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Private Charters & Special Occasions

Relax. Breathe the fresh sea air. Clear your mind..unwind..let go and let us do the rest. For the past 18 years we have hosted weddings, employee outings, client appreciation parties, retirement parties, birthday celebrations and more. Call us today to plan a unique and memorable event aboard the M/V Thomas Laighton. Give us a reason, we'll give you the view!

*You may choose to charter the entire vessel or celebrate your event aboard one of our many scheduled cruises as a group!*

Private Charter & Group Rates:

*Exclusive Private Charter (Enjoy the entire vessel with your guests!)
Exclusive Rate: $1,350/hour

*Group Rates (Celebrate your event aboard one of our many scheduled public sightseeing cruises, dinner cruises, or party ships!)
Groups of 25 or more recieve $5 Off the Adult Price Per Person (Sightseeing Cruises & Party Ships Only)

You may choose from several catering options for your special occasion; from tasty boxed lunches and delicious drop-off party platters to exquisite cocktail hors d' ouerves and scrumptuous buffet dinners. Bar service options are also available. And best of all... we can accomodate any budget!

So come celebrate with us!



 

 

 

"Thank you for such an amazing Sweet 16! It was the best time aboard the ship. All of my friends had a blast! The decorations, food, drinks, and entertainment were great!"
RR

"What a great break from the office. A nice relaxing cruise with great food; and your staff makes it very easy to plan. My employees can't wait for next year!" -GM

For sample invitation wording, click here.

Public Cruises :
Sightseeing Cruise
(Isles of Shoals & Portsmouth Harbor Cruise)
Group Rate $20/person
Little known but historically crucial, the legendary Isles of Shoals, located 6 miles off our coast, are an intriguing archipelago of 9 islands steeped with history.

Lobster Clambake Dinner River Cruise
$55/person
Come dine aboard our Victorian style steamship. Join us as we cruise through the smooth waters of the Piscataqua River and Portsmouth Harbor, see the sun set over the Great Bay Wilderness Area.

River Cruise without dinner
Group Rate $15/person
Take the same cruise as above without dinner! Join us for the sights!

Party Ship (must be 21+ years)
Group Rate $12/person
21+ Cruises with Live Local Entertainment. Reggae, Rock, Local Bands and DJ's. Come party with us on the River!

 

Note: All prices include 8% NH meals tax.

Boxed Lunches
(available on all cruises including private charters)
Price
(per person)
$11.00/ person
$13.00/ person
$11.00/ person
Price
(per platter)
serves 25 people

$64.00

$64.00

$80.00

$70.00

$145.00

$105.00

$48.00

$75.00

$185.00

$43.00

$80.00

$43.00

$105.00

Hors d' ouerves Cocktail Style
(available on private charters)

Price
(per person)

$36.00

$33.00

$43.00

Buffet Dinners
(available on private charters)

PRICE
(Per Person)

$41.00

$35.00

$24.00

$21.00

$23.00

$32.50

 


Beverage Service
Sample beverage service options: cash bar, open bar, drink tickets, wrist bands, beer and wine only open bar, etc.
New Hampshire liquor laws prohibit guests and caterers from bringing any alcohol aboard the M/V Thomas Laighton. The Isles of Shoals Steamship Co. provides all alcoholic beverages. Bar tabs plus 18% gratuity must be paid at the end of the cruise. Special requests accepted.

Menu Choices

Boxed Lunches

Boxed Lunch #1

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Choice of sandwich, served on a freshly baked bulkie roll:
Roast Beef
Sliced Turkey
Ham & Swiss
Italian
Veggie Wrap

Served with:
Pasta Salad
Potato Chips
Large Cookie for dessert

Choice of Soda, Bottled Water, Coffee or Tea

Minimum 25 guests

$11.00 per person


Boxed Lunch #2

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Choice of sandwich, served on a freshly baked bulkie roll:
Roast Beef w/ Roasted Red Pepper Cream
Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken Breast
Turkey, Bacon, & Cheddar
Veggie Wrap

Served with:
Pasta Salad
Potato Chips
Fresh Fruit
Large Cookie for dessert

Choice of Soda, Bottled Water, Coffee or Tea

Minimum 25 guests

$13.00 per person


Boxed Lunch #3

Catered by Warren's Lobster House

Choice of sandwich on fresh baked roll:
Ham & Cheddar
Grilled Chicken
Chicken Salad
Tuna Salad
Fresh Vegetable Pita Pocket

Served with:
Potato Chips
Fresh Fruit
Large Chocolate Chip Cookie

Choice of Soda, Bottled Water, Coffee or Tea

Minimum 25 guests

$11.00 per person


Drop-off Party Platters

Smoked Salmon Filet Platter

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Served with Sliced Rye Rounds, Onions, Capers & Caper Mayonaisse

Serves 25 guests

$105.00 per platter


Mexican 7-Layer Dip

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Refried Beans, Sour Cream, Cheddar Cheese, Black Olives, with Tortilla Chips

Serves 25 guests

$48.00 per platter


Assortment of Finger Sandwiches (25)

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Tuna Salad, Chicken Salad, & Ham Salad

Serves 25 guests

$75.00 per platter


Assorted Sandwich Platter (25)

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Deli sandwiches served on Foccaccia & Ciabatta Breads

Serves 25 guests

$185.00 per platter


Hors D' Ouerves Cocktail Style

The Lighthouse Cocktail Style Menu

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Hors D'Ouerves- Stationary
Assortment of Imported Cheeses & Fresh Vegetables

Hors D'Ouerves- Butlered
Shrimp Cocktail
Spanikopita
Florentine Stuffed Mushroom Caps
Thai Chicken Skewers
Petite Crab Cakes w/ Fresh Basil Aoili
Spinach & Goatcheese Flatbreads

Fresh Coffee & Decaf
Assortment of Gourmet Mini Pastries

$36.00 per person
Served on Paper

China available for an additional $3.00 per person


The Piscataqua Cocktail Style Menu

Hors D'Ouerves- Stationary
Assortment of Imported Cheeses & Fresh Vegetables
Feta Dip w/ Toasted Pita Chips
Assorted Deli Meat & Cheese Platter w/ appropriate condiments
New England Clam Chowder
Red Bliss Potato Salad
Italian Style Meatballs
Buffalo Style Chicken Wings
Mini Spring Rolls w/ Sweet & Sour Sauce

Fresh Coffee & Decaf
Assortment of Homemade Cookies & Brownies

$33.00 per person Served on paper

China available for an additional $3.00 per person


The Admiral's Cocktail Style Menu

Hors D'Ouerves- Stationary
Assortment of Imported Cheeses & Fresh Vegetables
Smoked Salmon Filet
Sliced Tenderloin Platter with French Bread & Horseradish Cream

Hors D'Ouerves- Butlered
Shrimp Cocktail
Spanikopita
Sausage & Feta Stuffed Mushroom Caps
Chicken Satay w/ Peanut Sauce
Maple-glazed Scallops wrapped in Bacon
Carmelized Onions & Bleu Cheese Flatbreads

Fresh Coffee & Decaf
Assortment of Gourmet Mini Pastries

$43.00 per person served on paper

China available for an additional $3.00 per person


Buffet Dinners

The Captain's Fare Buffet Style Dinner Menu

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Buffet dinner:
Mixed Greens Salad w/ Balsamic Vinaigrette
Hand Carved Prime Rib of Beef Au jus
Herb Crusted Boneless Breast of Chicken w/ Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Oven Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes
Seasonal Fresh Vegetable
Dinner Rolls & Butter

Fresh Coffee & Decaf
Assorted Cookie & Brownie Platter

 

$41.00 per person Served on China


The Portsmouth Harbor Buffet Style Dinner Menu

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Buffet dinner:
Mixed Greens Salad w/ Zinfandel Vinaigrette
Baked New England Haddock
Chicken Cordon Bleu w/ Supreme Sauce
Rice Pilaf
Fresh Vegetables
Dinner Rolls & Butter

Fresh Coffee & Decaf
Assorted Gourmet Mini Pastries

 

$35.00 per person Served on China


Italian Buffet Style Dinner Menu

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Buffet dinner:
Caesar Salad
Chicken Parmigiana
Vegetable Stuffed Shells
Dinner Rolls & Butter

Fresh Coffee & Decaf
Mini Cannolis

 

$24.00 per person Served on Paper

China available for an additional $3.00 per person


Country BBQ Style Dinner Menu

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Buffet dinner:
Country-style BBQ Pork Wings
BBQ Chicken
Baked Beans
Potato Salad
Fresh Garden Salad
Cornbread

Fresh Coffee & Decaf
Assorted Cookie & Brownie Platter

$21.00 per person Served on Paper

China available for an additional $3.00 per person


Mexican Buffet Style Dinner Menu

Catered by The Galley Hatch Catering

Buffet dinner:
Warm Soft Flour Tortilla
Seasoned Chicken w/ Peppers & Onions
Seasoned Sirloin w/ Peppers & Onions
Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Salsa, Lettuce & Tomatoes
Dirty Rice
Refried Beans

Fresh Coffee & Decaf
Assorted Cookie & Brownie Platter

$23.00 per person Served on Paper

China available for an additional $3.00 per person


New England Lobster Clam Bake

Catered by Fosters Downest Clambakes

Prize winning New England Clam Chowder, Fresh Steamed Clams & Mussels
Choose: 1/8 lb Lobster with Hot Drawn Butter, BBQ Chicken or Vegetarian Entrée
Fresh Corn on the Cob, Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes, Roasted Onions, Rolls & Butter
Blueberry Crumb Cake
Coffee and Tea Station

 

$32.50 per person served on paper

800-441-4620 or 603-431-5500
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