Collecting Tickets
You will be able to collect your tickets from Morston Quay, which is where our boats depart from.
All our boats are white and blue and our staff will also be wearing blue. Look out for our signage on the quayside.
You pay for your tickets when you collect them on the day of your boat trip. At this current time we do not take credit cards but we're working on it, so please bring cash.
Frequently asked questions
All well behaved dogs are always welcome! Please be considerate of other passengers who may not be keen on dogs.
All of our Boats are open top, so always best to come prepared
We currently are only running from March to October, however it is always best to check with us as things can chan year to year.
To book please call 01263 740625 or via email johnbeanboattrips@gmail.com. We usually take bookings up to a month in advance earlier booking will be considered.
We do have access to a card machine, however these are run by phone signal and not always reliable, so bringing cash is also advisable.
For bookings of 5 and under -
we will save your seats for you to turn up and pay on the day. (If you can't make it for any reason all we ask is you let us know as soon as possible)
For bookings of over 5 - We will ask for a deposit to confirm your booking before the date of your trip
You pay for your tickets on the day when you collect them from Morston Quay (Full instructions will be given upon booking)
The boats depart from MORSTON QUAY ~ NR25 7BH. Situated on the A149 Coast Road between Blakeney and Wells next sea, further details on finding us in our contact page
All our boats are white and blue and our staff will be wearing blue also look out for our signage and Blue flags on the quayside
The MCA regulations state that we have to carry life rafts and life jackets on board. Life jackets only have to be worn in an emergency
No - sorry the boats are not big enough for toilets, there are however toilets on Morston Quay and on Blakeney Point
No - sorry the rate is the same as for adults
Yes - we go all weather if it is safe to do so. Very occasionally we do have to cancel if it's too windy
No - but we advise sensible clothing to suit the weather (its always a bit cooler on the water!) Sensible footwear is also advised as the quayside and Blakeney Point both have uneven surfaces and are tidal areas
Yes - there is a big National Trust car park next to the quayside just a short stroll to the boats. ("Pay and display" but free to National Trust members)
Yes - the Coast Hopper bus stop is in Morston village, about 5 minutes walk to the quayside
A seal trip on its own lasts for around one hour.