Plan a visit
Gather your friends, family, colleagues or local interest group for a guided tour of Massey Shaw.
Where to find us
The best way to experience such a unique vessel is by stepping on board and exploring!
Massey Shaw is moored in West India Dock and is easily reachable via public transport or by car.
Full instructions on how to get here can be found on our contact page.
Accessibility
Due to the age and location of the vessel, we’re unable to offer wheelchair accessibility on board and we advise ALL visitors to read our accessibility considerations before booking to ensure we can meet your requirements. We will do all we can to ensure visitors can enjoy Massey Shaw.
View access considerations
Visit enquiry
Submit your details into the form below to enquire about visiting Massey Shaw. A member of our team will be in touch as soon as possible.
If you do not hear from us, please email info@masseyshaw.org
Opening times
We normally open for visitors between March until November.
Open times are from 11am until 3pm
If you would like to visit at another time, please fill in the form and state the time in the message field.
Refreshments
We provide refreshments on board as part of your visit. This includes tea or coffee, soft drinks or water, and biscuits. Additional catering is available at an appropriate cost.
Toilet facilities
Massey Shaw still has the original pump action toilet installed on the vessel and when underway this is the only toilet on board. When moored, additional toilet facilities are available, including disabled toilets thanks to our links with the Docklands Scout Project.
Tour App
Additional languages
Our tour guides speak English only however we do have an information sheet which can be made available in additional languages. Please inform us at least one week before your visit.
Donate or subscribe today
Donations and subscriptions provide both financial stability to the charity and help ensure we can continue to operate Massey Shaw into the future!
Monthly donations
Help to stabilise our cash flow with a monthly donation to the Society.
One-off donations
Donating individually is a quick and simple way of supporting the Society
Adult subscription
Adult membership is only £3 per month and provides financial support to our projects
Concession membership
Over 65 or under 16? Join as a concession and pay a one-off yearly subscription.