A snapshot of the experience

Watch the sunset over Plymouth Sound on summer evenings

Set sail aboard Bounty for a relaxed evening on the water as the sun goes down over Mount Edgcumbe Country Park. Departing Mount Batten, we sail out towards Drake's Island and explore Plymouth Sound before dropping anchor at Jennycliff to watch the sunset with a glass of wine or a cocktail in hand.

An evening sail as the sun sets over Mount Edgcumbe

Out to Drake's Island and across Plymouth Sound

Drop anchor at Jennycliff for the sunset

Bring a glass of wine or a cocktail for the moment

Relaxed, unhurried time on the water

Skippered by the Bounty crew

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Further details

All you need to know

Departing Mount Batten in the evening, we sail out towards Drake's Island and explore Plymouth Sound before dropping anchor at Jennycliff to watch the sun set over Mount Edgcumbe. A relaxed, scenic way to end the day - sunset isn't guaranteed, but a good time is.

  • Skippered evening sail with the Bounty crew
  • Hands-on sailing if you'd like
  • Spinlock lifejackets for all guests
  • Free parking at Mount Batten

  • Warm jacket
  • Sun hat and sun cream
  • Water bottle
  • Trainers or shoes suitable for sailing
  • A camera
  • Something to drink for your sundowner

  • Full boat charter for a private group
  • Bounty & Hope Boat Club membership

We depart from the Mount Batten Centre in Plymouth, with free parking on site. Departure is in the evening, with times varying by season - exact details and a what3words location are sent ahead of your trip.

  • Duration: approximately 3.5 hours
  • Group size: a small group
  • When: evenings, Wednesday to Sunday; departure times vary by season, earlier in spring and autumn and later in midsummer
  • Children: under-16s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian; children's lifejackets suit ages 8–16 and we can't accommodate infants
  • Sunset: sunset can't be guaranteed, but a good evening is!
  • Weather: alternative date or full refund if we cancel for bad weather

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