Here’s everything you need to know before you come to sea, including a few important rules and safety guidelines to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. We’ll keep it as brief as possible, but recommend reviewing the details below before your trip. This way, you’ll be fully prepared and can make the most of your time with us!
Sat Nav postcode: DT6 4HA What3Words Lime.Scream.AwakeWe are based on the passenger pontoons by the bridge right in the harbour – look out for our flags
The best and easiest parking is in the long stay car park just as you enter West Bay from Bridport.
West Bay Road Car Park – DT6 4EW
It’s then just a 4-6 minute walk to the harbour – look out for our flags.
PLEASE ARRIVE 15 MINUTES BEFORE YOUR TRIP TIME so we can get you kitted up and ready for your departure time.
Late arrivals can’t be guaranteed a trip.
Our RIB is open to the elements, we go out in most weathers, including the rain.
Clothing must be worn underneath lifejackets for hygiene purposes, no naked bodies please!
Footwear isn’t essential – but no heels or muddy shoes please!
It’s always colder at sea, even in the summer jacket/jumper/hoodie is ideal for the longer trips.
A windproof/waterproof jacket is advised.
Our trips are not suitable for:
– Pregnant individuals
– Anyone with current or past conditions affecting the neck, back, spine, hips, knees, or similar areas
– Anyone with other medical conditions that could make them unsuitable as a passenger
Please note: Riding on a RIB involves exposure to force, shock, load, and compression, which may not be suitable/safe for everyone.
LBRC operate a strict no alcohol policy. Any passengers thought to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol will not be allowed to board the boat.
Please contact us if you have any questions regarding suitability to travel.
Minimum age for all trips is 5 years, with an adult, in flat calm seas.
Age limit may increase based on wind and wave conditions at the Skipper’s discretion.
Passengers are informed of this policy when booking.
The Skipper’s decision is final.
Children aged 5–11 are included in this policy to minimise risks of back, spinal, or shaking injuries.
A child is considered anyone 11 years or younger.
All children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
It is mandatory for all passengers to wear a lifejacket on board our RIB.
Crew will issue and fit all lifejacket.
Any person inflating their lifejacket outside of an emergency or instruction from the Skipper will be charged a £20 rearming fee per jacket.
Your skipper will deliver a full safety briefing before your trip departs.
Passengers must remain seated at all times during their experience.
We go to sea in most weathers, including the rain so bring your waterproofs!
It’s the wind that stops play for us.
Trips are subject to weather and sea conditions.
LBRC reserve the right to postpone or cancels trips if conditions are deemed unsafe.
If your trip is cancelled due to weather or sea state, we will either rebook or refund you.
Bookings can be made by telephone, email or via our website. Bookings are confirmed on receipt of full payment.
Tickets can be purchased individually, or you can hire an entire vessel for an exclusive experience (Private Charter). Each boat has a maximum capacity of 12 passengers.
Payments are accepted by BACS, by debit/credit card, online via our booking page or cash in person.
For charters only
There is a £100 deposit required to secure the booking.
The above deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE, unless, WE (LBRC) cancel your booking due to sea conditions.
The cancellation policy will be detailed in your booking confirmation email.
All prices quoted on our website are for trips and charters leaving West Bay Harbour. All trips and charters leaving from any other location will incur a mobilisation fee.
Free cancellations & date changes: Allowed up to 48 hours before the tour (pending availability).
No refunds: For cancellations made within 48 hours of the tour or once the tour has started.
If LBRC Cancels: We reserve the right to postpone or cancel trips if conditions are deemed unsafe.
In the event of cancellation, of any trip, we will notify you at the earliest opportunity and offer either a rebooking or refund.
Private Charter Cancellation Policy
Refundable deposit if cancelled with at least 5 days’ notice.
Deposit forfeited if cancelled with less than 5 days’ notice or if you miss the departure.
You’ll be on an open boat, while our aim isn’t to get you wet, we can’t promise a completely dry ride.
Lockers under the seats are available for small backpacks.
Lockers are not guaranteed to be fully watertight.
We advise against bringing valuables onboard.
LBRC is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items.
Unfortunately, no animals are allowed on board the RIB—for their safety and yours.
No one has ever been sick.
The science is that the RIB moves too quickly for the inner ear to detect the motion.
The boat stops at points during the trip, but not for long.
Click here to view our Access Statement
Wherever and whenever possible, LBRC will do its best to give YOU access to the water, unfortunately, due to the nature of Nature, this isn’t always going to happen! This PDF will cast some light onto accessibility of your time on the water with us, from arrival to departure. Please take the time to consult this document and DO NOT HESITATE to contact us should you have ANY queries.
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