Duty-free shop at Elizabeth Terminal

A new duty-free shop has opened inside Elizabeth Terminal. The facility, which is being run by Boatfayre, is providing an in-person shopping service for foot passengers.

Ferry passengers travelling on foot can now buy duty-free goods in the terminal after passing through security. Boatfayre has run a duty-free service for passengers arriving on visiting yachts for 21 years, and provides a wide range of liquor, beverages, tobacco and locally produced items.

Harbour Master, Captain Bill Sadler, said: “I’m pleased that we have entered into an agreement with long-term harbour business Boatfayre, to offer our foot passengers the opportunity to buy duty free goods before travelling on the ferry. The shop which used to be at the Terminal closed during Covid and we have been looking for an opportunity to open a similar service since then.

“This is one of a number of changes we are planning at Elizabeth Terminal to improve the experience for passengers.”

Managing Director of Boatfayre, David Williams, said: “We are pleased to be expanding our duty-free outlet, from passengers on visiting yachts that we have served for many years, to include ferry passengers.

“We will ensure that we offer a varied assortment of goods to suit travellers’ needs, and will soon be launching a dedicated website.”

The new shop opened today, Thursday 11 July.