ERASMUS
Named after a famous Dutch philosopher, the M.V. Erasmus is a very smart and versatile Thames party boat. Recently refitted to the highest standard, she is unique on the Thames offering the contemporary modern atmosphere of a top London Bar enhanced with the professional friendly service found on all our boats. Offering 3 levels, with open decks both fore and aft, 2 well stocked reasonably priced bars and a dance floor, she is the ideal venue for parties and celebrations.
She has among the largest open deck space of any boat on the Thames making her ideal for those pleasent summers evenings. And when the weather is being typically British the cabins are all fully heated with comfortable fully upholsterd chairs and a mixture of deep pile carpets and wooden flooring throughout. She seats up to 132 guests in the light lower saloon with a further 56 on the upper floor, but can hold very comfortably 340 using all decks.
As you will see from her charter rates we are offering a discount if you have up to 150 guests, another rate for up to 250 and then the cost for the full boat. Generally with parties of up to 150 only one bar will be open, but all decks will be accessible throughout. This is a great boat for Barbeques but uniquely for a boat of this size you do not have to have catering. It is a Thames party boat!
She makes the perfect venue for any type of event. Disco Cruises, Thames parties, balls, press receptions, film shoots, product launches, seminars, dinner dances, sight-seeing, lunches, weddings or for those who simply wish to celebrate. The Erasmus can cruise from Putney to beyond the Thames Barrier, with a variety of boarding points along the way - please note tidal restrictions may apply.
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Hollie Smith
13-Feb-2008
All guests aged 18-80 had a wonderful evening-Alice and myself couldn\'t have asked for a better 18th, a big thankyou to everyone!
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Dami Majekodunmi
25-Jan-2008
Thank you for your help in planning my 21st over the last few months. The night was a complete success. Everyting was where it was meant to be and how it was meant to be. The boat and the staff were amazing, the DJ amazing, the food amazing and the decorations.
Becky Goatham - Comma Oil & Chemicals Limited
25-Jan-2008
Just a quick note to say a very big thank you to everyone to helped in the organisation of our venue last saturday. Everybody really enjoyed themselves - the boat, the food , casino , and the entertainment., most of all the staff - they were incredibley helpful and very nice people so again please pass on our thanks to everyone concerned, everybody all loved. it.
Anne Smithies - Garden Law
4-Dec-2007
I would like to thank you and the whole crew of The Erasmus for such a wonderful time on Saturday. It truly was a magical experience and a wonderful way to celebrate our son\'s wedding day. The Erasmus is such a beautiful boat with its coloured lights, plush interior and large windows. The boat looked extremely pretty decorated for Christmas and, with the tables laid for silver service, looked most inviting as we boarded. It was especially beautiful boarding from Waterloo Pier. The walk way was lit with pretty blue lights and then, when we got to the end of the pier, we saw the Erasmus nestling and inviting with its blue and pink lights. The cruise took us to the Thames Barrier and then, on the way back, we had the pleasure of passing the Houses of Parliament. London on the Thames at night is most spectacular and probably the most unique setting in the world. With the boat\'s large windows it was easy to appreciate the amazing flood lit scenery along the Thames. It was expecially exciting sailing under Tower Bridge. The crew looked after us very well and made us feel most special. Anita is to be especially commended for her smooth running of our cruise. Please convey our thanks to her and the rest of the team. The food, wine, champagne and service were excellent. Please thank the chef and his team for the delicious food which was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. The wide ranging menu meant everyone could choose what they wanted and there was plenty for everyone including the vegetarians. Your sound technician is to be commended for looking after our sound requirements. From start to finish we had a great sound experience which added immensely to the enjoyment of the cruise. My sister and brother played a lively collection of clarinet duets (such as Moon River - which was most appropriate!) which was then followed by a duo who sang an extremely well put together medley of songs for us to dance to - a most talented pair who had worked hard to prepare for the evening. There was nothing but praise for the cruise from our guests. One comment was that on boarding a couple arrivng at the pier were looking for their boat for their evening cruise. One of the couple said \"Is that (the Erasmus) our boat?\" The other said \"No, that is for VIPs\" \"Well she said \"That is exactly how I felt tonight\". And that is exactly how I felt and I will never forget it. Thank you Gemma for organising the cruise and for your patience with our endless questions. It all came together on the night achieving excellence. Kind Regards Anne Smithies
Janice Galvin - Royal Household Football & Social Club
22-Oct-2007
The Royal Household Football & Social Club chartered the Erasmus on 22 September 2007, and all of our 250 guests were well looked after and had a really enjoyable evening dancing the night away. Your suggestion of having a mini fish and chip supper, as well as the funky DJ really made the evening a success, and I would definitely recommend this boat to anyone who wants to make a big impression, but doesn\'t want to spend a fortune. Thanks to all the crew for a brilliant and memorable night.
Anne Ellis - Absolute pleasure boats Ltd
22-May-2007
Thank you for the invitation to come & have a look at the Erasmus after her refit. She looks really lovely, still the best boat on the River! The lighting is amazing. Decor done to a high standard. We wish you all the best with her Regards, Anne & Ron Ellis