Why Clipper

Established in 1999 with just one boat, Thames Clippers now carry over 7000 passengers per day. Our company continues to expand as more and more people appreciate the advantages of river travel.

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Testimonials

  • Robert Lofthouse, Superbreak 9.7.09
    "The staff were very helpful and it was a wonderful way of showing my sons the sights of London. Plus I was amazed how quickly we were able to board and set off back to Waterloo after the Dinosaur show - I expected we would have to queue a lot longer."
  • Matthew Downs, Time Out 28.08.08
    "The novelty of the journey really hits home as you power alongside The O2 and get a view of the unique roof in all its glory. At the QEII Pier a canopied pathway leads you directly to the main entrance, a very fitting end to this most painless of journeys."
  • Paul Phear, Magic FM 06.05.08
    "If you have to travel to and from central London use the brilliant Thames Clippers service... it is a real treat."
  • Elisa Bray, The Independent 12.09.08
    "Matter may not be the most central of clubs but a ride on the Thames Clippers to take club-goers from pick up points along the river, is an attraction in itself."

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  • Andrew Gilligan, Evening Standard 27.02.09
    "Travel to work with the wind in your hair and the matchless spectacle of the world's greatest city before your eyes. Highly civilised service with seats for everyone, a good punctuality record and even a little counter selling tea and coffee."
  • Simon Hayes, The Wharf 31.08.08
    "Wharfers have found the service a godsend."
  • Alan Blunden, Fast Ferry International 12.05.09
    "Over the years Fast Ferry International has reported on five attempts to introduce commuter services on the River Thames. Thames Clippers is the first company to have succeeded - the right vessels at the right time and above all... the right people."
  • Nick Curtis, Evening Standard 07.04.09
    "Whenever it's possible to take a river boat I do. Recently I agreed to attend a five minute meeting just because of the commute on a Thames Clipper to The O2 and back."