A new experience card has been launched by Sutton Harbour Holdings plc offering exclusive discounts for marina visitors.
The initiative was devised by the company to help boost Plymouth’s waterfront economy by encouraging users of Sutton Harbour Marina to make the most of the nearby shops, restaurants boat maintenance facilities and visitor attractions.
A wide variety of local businesses have already signed up to the scheme including the National Marine Aquarium, restaurants Asia Chic, Souk, Rocco y Lola and Zucca; Gael Force Marine chandlers and Ship Shape boat cleaning, The card is available to resident berth holders and visiting boatowners who are berthed in Sutton Harbour Marina, Guys Quay Marina or West Pier Marina.
Charlotte Malcolm, Commercial Marketing Manager at Sutton Harbour Holdings plc and board member of the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership, said: “Plymouth’s waterfront is such an exciting, lively area of the city, and we want users of Sutton Harbour Marina to see just how much it has to offer. The experience card will benefit both the users, who will have access to exclusive discounts and special offers at a wide range of establishments across the Waterfront, and also the local businesses which will hopefully see an increase in customers coming from the marina.”
David Gibson, managing director of the National Marine Aquarium said: “The National Marine Aquarium is delighted to work with Sutton Harbour to promote Plymouth’s Waterfront as a destination, not only for leisure and tourism but also for business. The area has a huge amount to offer in both sectors and I have no doubt that anyone experiencing the diversity of what is on offer will be convinced that it is the ideal place to do business or to simply spend some leisure time.”
Stuart Cameron from chandlers Gael Force Marine added: “Gael Force are delighted to support Sutton Harbour Marina’s Experience card concept. We are already known for bringing value to Mariners and are happy to give the marina customers that little bit extra value and service than they were expecting. Although new to the Plymouth area we have long recognised that it is a gem in the South West and are keen to help spread the word”.
The Sutton Harbour experience card was officially launched on Wednesday (20 June) by local business owners supporting the scheme (pictured).
Sutton Harbour Marina is owned by waterfront regeneration company Sutton Harbour Holdings plc. It has been awarded five Gold Anchors by the Yacht Harbour Association for the high standards of its services and facilities.
