Own a Boat VS Boat Club Membership?

Is joining the Boat Club Trafalgar value for money?

Many people dream of buying a boat, yet the practicalities or costs can be a step too far. Boat Club Trafalgar offers an affordable way to get afloat.

We have members who have previously owned a boat and have switched to the Boat Club. It saves them both time and money. We have members who want to start boating and get out on the water, yet are unsure whether buying a boat is right for them.

To help you decide which way to go, we’ve put together this cost comparison between buying and owning or joining Boat Club Trafalgar.

Boat Club Trafalgar

Boat Ownership

Typical annual cost
£8,520
£15,210+

This is not shared ownership, this is unlimited access to 12+ different boats as much as you like for a simple subscription. Cut your costs, remove the hassle, and simply enjoy easy boating with a Boat Club Trafalgar membership.

What's included in the membership compared to boat ownership?

Boat Club Trafalgar

Boat Ownership

Drystack storage
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Included
£6,800
Maintenance
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Included
£2,000
Depreciation (10%)
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Included
£5,500
Insurance
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Included
£550
Training & support
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Included
£360
Cost of Capital
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Included
£extra
Number of boats

12+

Boats
1 boat

We’ve eliminated as much of the cost as we can into one simple monthly payment. That means there are no unforeseen costs, just pay your subscription + fuel, it’s as simple as that…

How does our membership save you time compared to boat ownership?

Boat Club Trafalgar

Boat Ownership

Engine servicing
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We service
You service
Fuelling of boat
We fuel
You fuel
Boat Cleaning
We clean
You clean
Repairs
We repair
You repair
Boat launching
We launch
We launch
You launch
Insurance
Boat insurance
We insure
You insure
Discovering the Solent
We show you
On your own
Training & Support
We teach
We teach you
On your own
Misc boat works
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We sort it
You sort it

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Based on Boat Club Trafalgar Platinum Membership.

Based on second-hand Ballistic 6.8m RIB valued at £55,000.

Based on October 2024 prices.

And that’s all without extras such as safety and navigation equipment, or local harbour dues and launching fees.

See our guide to what’s involved with boat ownership.

At Boat Club Trafalgar, we’re all about saving your time and money while making sure you have the best time out on the water. We take care of everything from fuelling, to launching, giving you more time out. If you’re new to boating, we can guide you into new harbours, show you our favourite Solent destinations and much more. You’re not just a member, you join the Trafalgar family!

Unlimited boating

Why join?

XP80 paddleboarding

Boat Club Trafalgar is pioneering better ways for you to enjoy boating. It’s great value for money and it costs less to join the than to buy and run a boat.

Membership Plans

Luna - LS60

We offer a variety of affordable plans, to suit different styles of boating and personal requirements. Boat Club Trafalgar membership includes…

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Poseidon - Parker 690 Bowrider

We’ll jump aboard one of the fleet boats and head out for some some sea air, answering any questions you may have about membership boating along the way.

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