ONCE again thousands of people flocked to the Barclays Jersey Boat Show last weekend.
In a statement, Ports of Jersey said thanks to some good weather, more than 30,000 people are estimated to have attended across the three-day event, meaning it keeps its crown as the largest free community event in the Channel Islands.
On behalf of Ports of Jersey, Harbourmaster Captain Bill Sadler, said many of this year’s exhibitors were “really pleased” with the turnout.
“The Boat Show has become a firm favourite in many people’s calendars, as there really is something for everyone,” he said.
“There was a real sense of community in and around the arena, with so many people on the estate over the weekend enjoying themselves, highlighting what the Harbour is capable of.
Captain Sadler added his thanks for all those who worked behind the scenes.
“I know we always say it, but it was an amazing event that couldn’t happen without a lot of hard work behind the scenes before, during and after the event,” he said.
“Having people jumping out of planes, the amazing flyboarder doing tricks and taster sessions on powerboats all in the Harbour, while business as usual continued, takes a lot of coordinating to ensure that everyone remains safe, and the teams at the Harbour played a vital role in that.
