The Motor Boats Monthly Marine Hall in association with ybw.com

Whether you are a seasoned sailor or brand new potential fan of spending your leisure time on the water then dive straight into this area of show!

In a dedicated hall (hall 1), the boat and marine section of the show will include over 250 boats including: offshore cruisers, sports boats, power boats, rigid inflatable's, sailing dinghies, jet bikes, inland cruisers, river boats, traditional narrow boats, canoes and kayaks, it's the perfect place to find new craft - and a great chance to buy a whole range of accessories, from chandlery and engines to wetsuits.

Stroll around the Holidays Afloat area discover some great boating holiday destinations in the UK and Europe.

Climb on board the finest canal boats and river cruisers in the Inland Waterways area sponsored by Canal Boat including a number of show launches.

Take a look at the Florence, a new limited edition 58-foot cruiser stern narrow boat from Amber Boats (priced at an amazing £59,950!).

The New & Used Boat Co will be launching two ranges from luxury boat builder Aqualine Marine Ltd. The Dutch Barge - a 60ft by 12ft steel craft, capable of cruising coastal as well as inland waters, and a £64,950 58ft Cruiser stern boat, aimed at the entry level market.

Wilderness Trail Boats will be displaying their new Beaver 23, a trailable and towable narrowboat. The 23ft boat and trailer weighs approximately 2000kg and can be towed by a medium to large 4x4, enabling you to explore waterways areas that the average narrow boat owner can only dream about. Mooring costs can be avoided providing you have the space to store the boat.

Looking to buy a sport or cruising catamaran? The new V8 from Versusboats could be what you are looking for. Priced at a mere €35,000 plus VAT (ex yard), the V8 will be on show for the first time with mast up and sails on at the show.

Boats for everyone is the message from Bates Wharf as they showcase the Bayliner 285 with a top speed of 45mph, the new 245, 652 and 175.

Kruger Boats will be showcasing the Beta1, an open 5.04 sports fisher. The Beta2, a slightly larger cuddy version of the Beta1. The Premier, a top of the range model available as a fully enclosed family day cruiser or a semi-enclosed cuddy version. And the popular Delta and Alpha day boats.

Gibbs Marine will be showing the latest Regal, Atlantic, Linetti and Faeton models.

Taking centre stage on the Crownline stand will be the Aqualum 35 Flybridge Cruiser together with a selection of the company's range of 29 models.

Piper Boats will be showing their 2009 58ft Classic Narrowboat which starts from £69'950. Great value from one of the longest established and best respected British boat builders. If you are thinking of buying a Barge then visit the stand to discuss the Piper range from 39ft through to a massive 65ft x 13ft - ideal for both the live abroad and the long term cruiser. Piper Boats have also teamed up with Beta Marine to offer a 25% show discount on the range of Beta Greenline engines.

If canoe or kayaking has more of an appeal, visit The Canoe Village and discover a huge choice of canoes and kayaks for kids and adults from leading brands including Perception, Palm, Dagger, and Nova Craft. Get Advice on how to get started in this enjoyable family activity or give it a try on our indoor pool where free canoe and kayak "try it" sessions will be on offer. Other brands at the show include Desperate Measures, Pyranha,Sevylor and Ocean Kayak among many others.

Sea Otter (1007) will be showing the latest 2009 specification Sea Otter 41HSE with an ultra-low maintenance aluminum alloy hull and superstructure and The Quicksilver 640SD Weekend - on the most comfortable sports utility boats on the market.

And don't forget that the National Boat Caravan and Outdoor Show is the most exciting place to explore plenty of other products and ideas for the outdoors from the latest tow cars and 4x4s, motorhomes, tents, holiday homes, park homes and lodges to outdoor clothing and all sorts of holidays. So bring the whole family and make a day of it at the home of the great outdoors.