5 minutes to book. Best day of our entire trip. Everything felt effortless from pickup to sunset.
Benson — at a glance
20 boats are available to book from Benson. The most common models are Caprice (4), Consul (3), Magnifique (2), Tango (2), Elegance (2) — 11 models in all. Built 1997–2018, 10.2–14.5 m long, 2–4 cabins, up to 10 guests.
The marina
Getting there
By air. The nearest airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 50 km from the base as the crow flies; Southampton Airport (SOU) is about 75 km. Transfer times by road are longer; most charter companies arrange a transfer to the base on request, and a taxi from the airport is the usual alternative.
Getting to the area, what to see ashore and a week's itinerary from here are on the Wellingford page.
Ports near Wellingford
Staines (18 boats · 48 km) · Bellanaleck (4 boats · 529 km) · Spean Bridge (26 boats · 647 km) · Poole (2 boats · 118 km) · All boats in United Kingdom
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of boats can I charter from Benson?
20 boats are available to book from Benson: 20 motor boats. The most common models are Caprice, Consul, Magnifique, Tango.
How many boats are based at Benson?
All 20 charter boats in Wellingford are based at Benson.
Can I take a boat out for just one day?
Yes — 20 boats here accept a single-day booking. A day rate is quoted for the specific boat and date, so pick your day on the boat’s own page and the price comes back live.
What is not in the price?
The figure is for the boat. Transit log, tourist tax and the APA are mandatory, set per boat, and paid at the base. Skipper, hostess, extra equipment and other services are optional and also settled at the base.
Why do some boats show no price?
20 of the 20 boats from Benson are on request — usually larger or crewed yachts, where the rate depends on the week and the crew. They are left out of every figure above.
How far is the airport from Benson?
The nearest airport is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), about 50 km away as the crow flies; Southampton Airport (SOU) is about 75 km. Transfer times by road are longer; most charter companies arrange a transfer to the base on request.