The Rugby World Cup matches will be shown LIVE on the big screen TV on the Chinese feature stand in Solent Park. The matches kick off at 20.00 and the food and drinks stands around the Chinese feature will be open. The matches are free to see, but you pay for your own food and drink. You must have your boat show pass to get into the showground after hours. Note: the matches won’t be shown if it’s raining.

Friday 14th – England v South Africa
Saturday 15th – Ireland v Georgia
Thursday 20th – Wales v Japan
Friday 21st – France v Ireland

For the bikers among us, the Honda Ride Out on Tuesday is now FULLY BOOKED. If you haven’t booked by now, you’re too late.

On Wednesday 19th there’s a Pimms & Strawberries reception for BMF Members – from 18.00 to 20.00 in the BMF lounge by Gate F. Make sure you bring your 2007 BMF membership card/exhibitor’s pass for entry to the BMF lounge.

On Thursday 20th (in addition to the rugby) there’s also an evening at Jongleurs Comedy Club in Southampton. Doors open 19.00, last entry 20.00, show starts 20.30. The cost is £10 including a meal; choose from any of their £5.95 basket meals. Booking can be made either through Jongleurs central box office on 0870 787 0707 or through the venue on 02380 632917 (always quoting the Southampton Boat Show).
Anyone attending must be over 18 and if they are lucky to look under 25 they will require ID in form of passport or driving licence (it says here).

The SBS evening entertainment is sponsored by Boating Business, National Boat Shows and Assorti Ltd. For more information on each event, contact Andrea Williams at Assorti on 01753 705007or 07855 525976, or email sbs@assorti.co.uk