Highlights at Queen Anne's Battery: News and updates for our customers

Let’s start with a huge thank you from all of us here at Queen Anne’s Battery. As cherished and dedicated berth holders, we hope our services and facilities have exceeded your expectations over the past year. It’s been a joy to see you making the most of your time here, finding sanctuary with your vessel both in the marina and at sea with family and friends.

Despite the inconsistent weather this season, it was inspiring to see so many of you embracing the elements and making the best of it. A special thank you to everyone who attended or participated in our events—our Summer BBQ & Lawn Party was a particular highlight. The sun really does shine on the righteous!

Partnering with RWYC

It’s been a pleasure continuing our partnership with the Royal Western Yacht Club (RWYC) this year, hosting events like the Devon Yawl Nationals, 4000 Dinghy Championships, Plymouth Race Week, and the Final Fling. These visually spectacular events have become staples in our calendar, and we hope to welcome them back next year.

Don’t forget about the tailored RWYC Berth Holder Membership, designed specifically for our berth holder community. Contact us to find out more.

Winter Preparations

Winter is almost here, and our team has turned its attention to shoreside requirements and site maintenance programmes. As we gear up for the 2025 season, there’s plenty to reflect on from 2024:

Our Team

This year, we welcomed several new faces:

• Isabel, Johnny, Trevor, and Mark joined us over the summer, bringing energy, hard work, and wonderful memories for us all.
• Andy started as our dedicated Maintenance Operative at the beginning of the 2024 season, helping ensure everything runs smoothly.
• In October, Oliver joined as our new Marina Operative. He’s eager to meet everyone and become a friendly, familiar face around the marina.

All these additional hands have really helped our core team focus on enhancing your experience and maximising the benefits of your berthing package.

You can learn more about our team on the Meet the Team board in the marina office or on our website.

The Site

It’s been a fantastic year for investment at Queen Anne’s Battery, with improvements including:

• Refurbished and additional communal seating areas
• New on-site tenants, including the introduction of The Lower Deck café
• Pontoon and electrical repairs, alongside improvements to Wi-Fi infrastructure
• Car park enhancements: additional spaces, line painting, dedicated walkways, and disabled access points
• A dedicated mast storage area in collaboration with Allspars, our on-site riggers
• Refurbished building exteriors, including walls, stairways, decking, and guttering

Events Focus

We’ve shared some great moments this year, with highlights like The British Firework Championships, where we had front-row seats and excellent facilities to enjoy the spectacular display.

Looking ahead, 2025 promises an even more exciting events calendar, including:

• The return of our popular Trolley of Treats throughout the year
• Plymouth Race Week, hosted by RWYC.
• RWYC Berth Holders Membership & Cruising Club activities
• Meet the Manager sessions
• Our Friends of QAB Season Opener (April) and Summer Solstice Party (June).
• Learn to Row courses with the on-site Coxside Pilot Gig Club, proudly supported by MDL Fitness.
• And much more, including Plymouth Armed Forces Day, British Firework Championships, Plymouth Seafest, and Plymouth Pirate Weekend!

Keep an eye on our Facebook page for the latest updates.

Otium Partners

We’re working hard to secure more discounts and offers with local businesses to benefit our berth holders. Stay up to date by checking our social media pages. If you’re not receiving our emails, log into MyMDL and update your preferences to ensure you don’t miss out.

This year, we’re excited to include a special bonus in your renewal: complimentary Peak Membership to our on-site MDL Fitness 24/7 gym! Enjoy full access to this fantastic facility as part of your annual berthing package. For more details and to get your joining instructions, please contact the Marina Office.

Looking Forward

Investment in Queen Anne’s Battery remains a top priority. Over the coming months, we’ll be working hard on maintenance and enhancements to ensure the marina is ready for another season of smooth and enjoyable sailing in 2025!

Queen Anne’s Battery is quickly becoming a vibrant hub for all kinds of leisure activities. Whether you’re boating for pleasure or commercial use, regatta racing, diving, jet skiing, yacht chartering, rowing, dining, spectating, staying overnight in a touring van, working out at the gym, or simply enjoying a scenic dog walk with breathtaking views, there’s something for everyone to enjoy here.

Thank you for being part of our Queen Anne’s Battery community. We look forward to an even better year ahead and can’t wait to spend time with you in 2025 and beyond.

Warm regards from the Queen Anne's Battery Team.

Read about our group investment here.