Finishing touches made to Jersey Boat Show
The finishing touches are being made to the annual Jersey Boat Show, organisers have said.Events and project support manager Kim Drean said ahead of the event's launch on Saturday, she was "looking forward to welcoming islanders to experience the best of Jersey's maritime community".The 2025 show feature professional flyboard rider James Prestwood and exhibitions from the Royal Navy. Ms Drean said: "We're now putting the finishing touches on arrangements. There'll be lots to keep people entertained on land, as well as on the water."
The organiser also said more than 30,000 people were expected to attend the free event, which will be held at the harbour in front of Albert Pier.The Jersey Boat Show has been organised by Ports of Jersey, working alongside local event specialists, 3D Events.
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