June on the Thames, privately
The longest evenings of the year, the city glowing until after nine, and a private yacht with no more than twelve guests. June is made for the river.
The month of long evenings
June brings the longest days of the year, with sunset after nine o’clock. On a private yacht that means time: a relaxed drink on deck as you board, a dinner that is never rushed, and golden light across the water as you pass Westminster and the South Bank.
It is also the start of the celebration season. Birthdays, engagements, graduations and summer reunions all fall in June, and with only your guests on board, the evening is shaped entirely around yours.
Unlike a shared party boat, there is no timetable to keep and no ticketed crowd. The route, the music, the menu and the guest list are all your own.
How the evening unfolds
Board in the sunshine
Arrive at a central London pier to chilled champagne, with the evening light still high over the river.
Dinner at golden hour
Dine in the saloon or on deck as the low sun turns the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye to gold.
Lights on the water
As dusk finally falls, Tower Bridge lights up for the gentle cruise home.
What people celebrate in June
Milestone birthdays and summer anniversaries. Engagement celebrations and proposals timed for sunset. Graduations, with family gathered to mark the moment. End-of-year team and client evenings before the summer break.
Choose Amour for a contemporary evening with panoramic windows, or The Windrush for heritage charm.
Book June early
June evenings are among the most requested of the year, especially Fridays and Saturdays, so we recommend enquiring as early as you can. The weather is usually kind, but both yachts have an enclosed saloon, so the evening goes ahead whatever the sky decides.
Planning further ahead? See our guide to a summer yacht party in London.
June questions
What time is sunset in London in June?
After nine o’clock for most of the month, so an evening charter enjoys daylight, golden hour and dusk in a single cruise.
How many guests can come?
Up to eleven guests on Amour and up to twelve on The Windrush. Every charter is exclusively private.
Can we have dinner on board?
Yes. From champagne and canapés to a seated dinner, catering is tailored to your guests and served by the crew.
How far ahead should we book for June?
As early as possible, particularly for weekends. Tell us your date and we will confirm availability straight away.
Is this a party boat?
No. A yacht party with us is a private charter: no shared deck, no tickets and no strangers. Just your guests, your music and a dedicated crew, with never more than twelve on board.
More of the summer
Reserve the river
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