Thames Rockets: Jingle Bell Blast

at Thames Rockets: London Speedboat Tours

London Available until Tue 23 Dec

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Spend Christmas in London & experience the #1 rated best attraction in London on TripAdvisor for over 10 years running!

  • Experience a high-octane Christmas thrill aboard Thames Rockets speedboats (up to 35 mph, 880 hp)
  • Carol singing cruise past twinkling landmarks like the London Eye, Houses of Parliament, Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, The Shard, Tate Modern, Globe, HMS Belfast, Cleopatra’s Needle, St Paul’s, Tower of London & more
  • Enjoy the signature Thames Rockets festive medley and a “sleigh-style” dash through docklands and Canary Wharf
  • Santa’s helpers on board lead carols, distribute festive cheer—and on weekends, Santa himself might drop by for photos and treats!
  • Comfortable life-jackets and warm jackets provided; guests remain dry, though winter spray is possible

Jingle Bell Blast with Thames Rockets:

  • Dates: 1st – 23rd December 2025 (select dates throughout December)
  • Duration: 50–60 minutes of festive high-speed fun
  • Location: Departing from London Eye Pier (Westminster Bridge Road, SE1 7PB)
  • Suitable for: Ages 1–99; under 15s must be accompanied by an adult
  • Tickets include: Ride on a super-slick speedboat, carol singing, festive playlist, seasonal commentary, Santa’s helper entertainment
  • Please note: No Christmas hats provided; life-jackets and warm gear supplied; waves and spray possible.

Enjoy one of the best Christmas events in London on a super-slick sleigh ride with Thames Rockets

A time of goodwill to all, festive firesides, twinkling tree lights and of course, Christmas cheer!

It’s also the time of year Thames Rockets revs up for one of its most exciting, super-sleigh ride adventures. You’ll be invited onto one of their super-slick speedboats – good enough for old St Nick himself!

You’ll be carol singing all the way through yuletide London on this whizzy, wintery wonder-ride, whilst one of Santa’s helpers ensures fun is had by all, old and young alike! See the sights at this most special time of year. Who knows… it may even snow just for you!

See the sights of London at this most special time of year. Who knows… it may even snow just for you!

Speed past London's most famous landmarks including:

Then the real centrepiece happens - with an exclusive Thames Rockets Christmas medley, you’ll ‘fly’ through Canary Wharf just as if you were on Santa’s sleigh! 

There really is no other way to get into the Christmas spirit in London this festive season. Are you ready?

Location

Thames Rockets

Boarding Gate 1,
The London Eye Pier,
London,
SE1 7PB
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Pick-up points

Departs from London Eye Pier (SE1 7PB)

More Info
When is the Jingle Bell Blast taking place?

The Jingle Bell Blast will be running on most dates from the 1st to the 29th of December 2023. 

Will I get wet on the Jingle Bell Blast?

Thames Rockets do not operate a ‘get wet’ water experience, however, in windy conditions it is possible for spray to blow across the decks and if it rains the boat is open to the elements. Thames Rockets provide waterproofs and (weather permitting!) all passengers leave as dry as they arrived.

How fast are Thames Rockets?

The RIB speeds up to 30Knots, equivalent to 35mph!

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