Unveiling the First Beneteau Antares 12 in the UK at the Southampton Boat Show 2024
We are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated arrival of the first Beneteau Antares 12 in the UK! We are even more…
Bates Wharf
Bates Wharf is a UK boat dealer and marina operator with four locations including Chertsey (River Thames), Southampton, Eastbourne, and Poole. Founded in 1934, they sell new and used boats from brands including Beneteau, Azimut, Rand, and Bayliner, offering comprehensive marine services including brokerage, maintenance, and moorings.
Bates Wharf In The News
The Thames Valley Boat Show Supported By BoatLife Is Back
The Thames Valley Boat Show, sponsored by TBS Boats and organised in association with BoatLife and MDL, is back. The…
Show Partners Agree Best Show Yet
More than 70 boats from over 40 brands came together to produce an impressive display at the latest British Motor…
Premier Boat Shows
Premier Boat Shows Premier Marinas have three spring boat shows lined up to take place in April and May. The…
Bates Wharf Features
SIBS 2025: First look at 17 show debuts – Tell us your favourite?
PBR's Ed Hickling explores the Southamption International Boat Show to report on 17 show debuts. Plus, your chance to let…
Power-Up with SIBS PowerHub & Live Cockpit Stage
Power takes centre stage at Southampton International Boat Show 2025 with the new PowerHub, Cockpit Stage and thrilling on-water action,…
Boatlife 2024 Review
BoatLife 2024 Powered by Suzuki not only held its own against the backdrop of a challenging market, but the show…
Bates Wharf Tests & Reviews
Chris-Craft Corsair 34
Greg Copp paid the long-standing and distinguished American boatbuilders Chris-Craft a visit to check out their latest offering, the Corsair…
Bayliner Twin Test – CC5 CC6
Both the CC5 and the CC6 are boats I can recommend without qualification. I’ve seen them perform admirably in some…
Beneteau Flyer 7.7 SPACEDeck
The Beneteau Flyer 7.7 SPACEDeck is a high-quality, multipurpose sports boat – impressive both in terms of construction and in…
Fairline Targa 34 – Used boat test report
When it comes to buying a boat, there is a lot to be said for owning something that someone else…
Beneteau Antares 8
The helm has a commanding position and plenty of all-round visibility. This boat is built in true practical Antares minimalist…
Bayliner Element XR7
Bayliner Element XR7 Alex Smith investigates Bayliner’s answer to the ‘all-water’ party platform. What are we to make of…
Bayliner Element XL
… it is good to see Bayliner bucking the trend with a boat that works so hard to get things…
Bates Wharf Video Gallery
Exclusive Interview with Richard Bates of Bates Wharf talks with HMS
Richard Bates of Bates Wharf, talks about his personal story, the long history of Bates Wharf, their current brands and…
