Photo: Mark Hodkin / Google MapsSeawork 2027 Hotels
Seawork 2027 runs 15 to 17 June at Mayflower Park, Southampton. 7,972 visitors (2026)
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Where to stay for Seawork 2027: the closest hotels to Mayflower Park are in Old Town & Town Quay and City centre & West Quay, with Ocean Village a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
Seawork, the European commercial marine and workboat exhibition, runs at Mayflower Park on the Southampton waterfront from Tuesday 15 to Thursday 17 June 2027. The organiser describes it as Europe's largest on-water commercial marine and workboat exhibition, and the 2026 edition drew 7,972 visitors and 522 exhibitors, with visitors from more than 60 countries. Much of the show happens on the water: purpose-built pontoons right outside the exhibition halls host over 70 vessels and a floating plant. For Seawork hotels the main choice is between the Old Town and Town Quay area around Mayflower Park, the city centre near Southampton Central station, which has a free organiser shuttle to the show on exhibition days, and the airport area a few minutes north by train. This page shows live hotel rates near Mayflower Park for your dates, so you can compare Southampton accommodation for Seawork independently of the organiser's own accommodation partner.
Popular areas for attendees: Old Town & Town Quay · City centre & West Quay · Ocean Village · Southampton Airport.
- Southampton hotels for Seawork sorted by distance to Mayflower Park, from the Old Town and Town Quay to the city centre and the airport
- Live rates for 15 to 17 June 2027, with check-in and check-out dates you can change for build-up days, the Seawork Awards evening or Speed@Seawork
- Free cancellation rates shown where the hotel offers them, useful while your stand or meeting plans firm up
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus a team or exhibitor group quote within 24 hours via our enquiry form
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 15 June to 17 June 2027
- Venue
- Mayflower Park
- City
- Southampton, United Kingdom
- Airport
- SOU
- Attendance
- 7,972 visitors (2026)
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Hotels near Mayflower Park for Seawork 2027
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Rates shown for a 3 night stay, Mon, Jun 14 → Thu, Jun 17, arriving the day before the fair opens, or choose your own dates above.
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How do you get to Seawork?
From Southampton Airport (SOU)
- The organiser puts Southampton Airport a 10 minute taxi journey from Seawork, and taxis pick up directly outside the arrivals door
- Southampton Airport Parkway station is 99 steps from the terminal, and the airport lists a fastest train time of 7 minutes to Southampton city centre
- The Uni-link U1C bus runs from the airport to the city centre and the Waterfront; the airport puts bus journeys to the city centre at about 35 to 40 minutes
- Bournemouth Airport is the other nearby option, which the organiser puts at a 45 minute journey from Seawork
By rail and road
- Southampton Central is the closest station, about one mile from Mayflower Park according to the organiser
- A free organiser shuttle bus runs between Southampton Central and Mayflower Park on exhibition days from 08:15, from a stop by the entrance to Platform 4
- Southampton Airport lists a fastest train time of 69 minutes from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkway, a few minutes from the city centre by train
- By road, leave the M27 at junction 5 from the east, or at junction 3 for the M271 from the west, then follow the AA signs for Seawork at Mayflower Park
How do you get around during Seawork?
Getting to Mayflower Park each day
- Mayflower Park sits on the waterfront by Town Quay at the edge of the Old Town, so hotels in that area are the closest to the halls and pontoons
- From city centre hotels near Southampton Central, the free shuttle saves the one mile walk; the organiser's FAQ says the last shuttle leaves Seawork at 17:45
- There is no on-site parking apart from Blue Badge spaces, reached through the Herbert Walker Avenue entrance; everyone else uses nearby paid car parks listed by Southampton City Council
- The Uni-link U1C bus links the airport, the University and the city centre with the Waterfront
Around Southampton
- There is no cashpoint at Seawork; the organiser says the closest is in West Quay Shopping Centre
- Hotels near Southampton Airport suit visitors who fly in or drive on the M27, with trains to the city centre in a fastest 7 minutes
- Staying in the city centre or the Old Town keeps you close to the waterfront for evening events after the show
- Seawork is largely outdoors and on the water, and pontoons move more in strong wind, so bring a waterproof layer and sensible flat shoes
Do you need a visa for Seawork?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- British and Irish citizens do not need a visa or an ETA
- Most visitors who do not need a visa, including nationals of European countries, the USA, Canada and Australia, must hold a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before they travel
- An ETA costs £20, lets you visit for up to six months at a time and lasts two years or until your passport expires, whichever is sooner, for as many trips as you like
- You usually get an ETA decision by email within a day, but it can take up to three working days, and you must wait for the confirmation before you travel
eVisa / visa required
- Nationals who are not eligible for an ETA need a Standard Visitor visa to attend Seawork; check your nationality on GOV.UK
- A Standard Visitor visa costs £135 for up to six months, and the earliest you can apply is three months before you travel
- Business visitors may attend meetings, conferences and trade fairs to promote their business, but may not sell things or take up paid work
- The organiser does not mention a visa letter service on the pages we checked, so contact the Seawork team early if you need a supporting letter
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for your whole stay, the same one used for your ETA or visa
- Your Seawork badge QR code or registration confirmation and your hotel booking, in case the Border Force officer asks about your visit
- A letter from your employer setting out the business purpose of the trip and who is paying for it
Entry and visa rules change; check current requirements on GOV.UK before you book.
First time at Seawork?
- Entry to the exhibition is free: register online in advance, and if you have been before, sign in to your existing profile instead of registering again
- Your badge QR code arrives by email two weeks before the show; bring it on your phone or in the Seawork app, print your badge at the kiosks on arrival, then use Fast Track entry
- Opening hours are 09:30 to 17:30 on Tuesday 15 and Wednesday 16 June and 09:30 to 16:00 on Thursday 17 June
- Children under 16 may attend with an adult, students are welcome, and only guide and assistance dogs are allowed
- Electric wheelchairs and mobility scooters cannot go onto the marina, and tides or strong winds can restrict pontoon access for wheelchair users at times
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Evening events can shape your stay: the organiser lists the Seawork Awards on Tuesday 15 June from 17:30 to 19:30 and the Cardboard Boat Regatta on Wednesday 16 June at 17:30
- Speed@Seawork is listed for Monday 14 June, the day before the exhibition, so check its location on the Seawork site before you book an extra night
- The conference sessions and business briefings are free and run across all three days, and you can pre-book sessions on the website or the app
Seawork travel FAQs
When is Seawork 2027?
Seawork takes place 15 June to 17 June 2027 at Mayflower Park in Southampton, United Kingdom.
Where is Seawork held?
Seawork is held at Mayflower Park in Southampton, United Kingdom. The nearest airport is SOU.
When and where is Seawork 2027?
Seawork 2027 runs from Tuesday 15 to Thursday 17 June 2027 at Mayflower Park, Southampton SO14 2AN. Doors open at 09:30 and close at 17:30, or 16:00 on the final day.
Where should I stay for Seawork?
Hotels in the Old Town and around Town Quay are closest to Mayflower Park. City centre hotels near Southampton Central have the free organiser shuttle on show days, and hotels near Southampton Airport are a short train or taxi ride away.
Is there a shuttle bus to Seawork?
Yes. The organiser runs a free shuttle between Southampton Central station and Mayflower Park on exhibition days, starting at 08:15 from a stop by the entrance to Platform 4. Event Escapes does not operate it.
Is Seawork free to attend?
Yes. The organiser says entry to the exhibition is free to all visitors, and you register online at seawork.com. Booking a hotel does not register you for the show, so register separately.
Does Seawork have an official hotel partner?
The organiser works with Event Express for accommodation. Event Escapes is independent and not affiliated with Seawork; we show live rates across many Southampton hotels so you can compare.
Can you help with Seawork accommodation for a team?
Yes. Send us your group size and dates through the enquiry form and we will reply with a team quote within 24 hours. You can change the check-in and check-out dates in the hotel search to match your schedule.
Register for your attendee badge
Your entry badge is separate from your hotel. Get it from the official Seawork portal before you travel. We handle the travel; the event handles the badge.
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Which hotels are closest to Mayflower Park?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 1 November 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Mayflower Park
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Inn Southampton West Quay★★★ | 0.4 km | ~7 min walk | £223 |
| The Star Hotel★★★ | 0.5 km | ~8 min walk | £89 |
| Premier Inn Southampton City Centre★★★ | 1.3 km | ~6 min ride | £101 |
More hotels close to Mayflower Park
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leonardo Royal Southampton Grand Harbour★★★★ | 0.2 km | ~3 min walk | £381 |
| room2 Southampton★★★★ | 0.6 km | ~10 min walk | £307 |
| Harbour Hotel Southampton★★★★★ | 1.2 km | ~6 min ride | £304 |
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