Personalising a boat's decoration immediately gives an event a strong identity, whether it is a birthday, a wedding drinks reception or a company evening. But a boat is not a conventional reception venue, and certain rules apply.
Planning for these constraints with the partner operator lets you design a decoration that is both attractive and compatible with sailing.
Most operators accept light, removable decoration: table linen, small floral arrangements, table items, signage. As each boat has its own layout constraints, it is best to confirm what is possible beforehand rather than turning up with decoration you have already bought.
On the water, some decorative items can cause problems: fragile objects that could tip over, naked flames, items blocking exits or walkways. These restrictions are linked to safety on board and should be discussed with the operator before the event.
Setting up and clearing away the decoration must generally be done within the booked slot. This should be factored into the calculation of the length of the private hire, so that it does not eat into the time of the event itself.