Festive Sax on a Saturday with Alex Rimell – Saturday 12 December - £35 per person
A one-off Christmas Special, live Saxophone from Alex Rimell including Christmas favourites, mulled wine, mince pies, and a magical afternoon river cruise on the Norfolk Broads.
Step aboard Cordon Rouge for a special festive edition of Sax on a Saturday, featuring live saxophone from acclaimed Norfolk musician Alex Rimell. Wrap up warm, bring your Christmas spirit, and enjoy two hours of live music, festive favourites and beautiful winter scenery as we cruise along the River Bure from Wroxham. With a warming glass of mulled wine and a mince pie to enjoy, this is a wonderfully relaxed way to celebrate the season with friends, family, or someone special. Christmas jumpers are positively encouraged! Saturday 12 December 2026 | 3:00pm – 5:00pmThe Experience
A Little Christmas Magic on the Water
There’s something special about a Saturday afternoon in December, particularly when it comes with live music, a warm drink, and a festive atmosphere. and a festive atmosphere.
Join us aboard Cordon Rouge for two hours of seasonal sounds as Alex Rimell brings his distinctive saxophone style to a selection of festive favourites, soulful classics, and familiar feel-good tunes.
Settle into the comfort of our passenger boat with a complimentary glass of mulled wine and a mince pie as we cruise through the winter landscape of the Norfolk Broads. As the afternoon draws towards evening, enjoy the changing scenery and reflections across the water, accompanied by live music and a little Christmas cheer.
Whether you’re catching up with friends, enjoying a festive afternoon with family, or starting your Christmas celebrations early, Festive Sax on a Saturday offers a seasonal experience with a difference.
And don’t forget your Christmas jumper. The more festive, the better!
Meet Alex Rimell
Bringing the Sound of Christmas to the Broads
Norfolk saxophonist Alex Rimell is known for his vibrant live performances, blending smooth saxophone with chilled house, soul, and contemporary classics.
For this special December edition of Sax on a Saturday, Alex will add a festive twist to his signature sound, performing a selection of Christmas favourites alongside uplifting and familiar tunes.
Expect an enjoyable mix of smooth saxophone, seasonal melodies, and feel-good music, creating the perfect soundtrack for a winter afternoon on the water.
Cruise Dates
Saturday 12 December 2026
Departure: 3:00pm
Return: Approximately 5:00pm
Duration: 2 hours
Departure Point: Wroxham Marina
Boat: Cordon Rouge
Boarding begins approximately 15 minutes before departure.
Advance booking is essential, with capacity limited to just 60 passengers.
Your ticket includes:
- Two-hour river cruise
- Live saxophone entertainment
- Complimentary mulled wine and mince pie
- Festive music and seasonal atmosphere
Date | Departure Time | |
|---|---|---|
12th Dec 2026 | 03:00 pm | Book Date |
About Cordon Rouge
Your Festive Sax on a Saturday takes place aboard Cordon Rouge, providing a comfortable and relaxed setting for a festive afternoon on the Norfolk Broads.
With spacious indoor accommodation, outdoor viewing areas and panoramic river views, there is plenty of opportunity to enjoy the entertainment, socialise and watch the winter Broadland landscape pass by.
Cordon Rouge also features a fully licensed onboard bar, serving a wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the cruise.
With space for socialising and dancing, Cordon Rouge provides a refreshingly different setting for Christmas gatherings with friends and family.
FAQs
The cruise departs from Wroxham Marina at 3:00pm on Saturday 12 December 2026, returning at approximately 5:00pm.
Approximately 2 hours.
Your ticket includes a two-hour river cruise, live saxophone entertainment from Alex Rimell, a complimentary glass of mulled wine, and a mince pie.
Alex will perform a mix of festive favourites, soulful classics, and familiar feel-good tunes, bringing a seasonal twist to his signature live saxophone style.
Absolutely! Christmas jumpers and festive outfits are very welcome. Whether you prefer an understated seasonal style or something a little more colourful, we would love to see you embrace the Christmas spirit.
Yes. Cordon Rouge has a licensed onboard bar serving various alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks throughout the cruise.
Seating is unreserved and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Absolutely. Guests are welcome to dance and enjoy the music throughout the cruise.
For everyone’s comfort and safety, we ask that dancing remains sensible and considerate of other passengers. Dancing on seats or on the cabin roof is strictly prohibited.
Our crew may politely ask guests to modify their behaviour if necessary.
Yes. Festive Sax on a Saturday is ideal for couples, friends, family gatherings, and small groups looking for a relaxed Christmas experience.
Yes. Parking is available on-site at Wroxham Marina. Parking fees apply.
Make Your Saturday a Little More Festive
Swap the Christmas shopping for an afternoon of live saxophone, mulled wine, mince pies, and seasonal cheer on the Norfolk Broads.
Gather your favourite people, dig out those Christmas jumpers, and join us aboard Cordon Rouge for a special festive edition of Sax on a Saturday with Alex Rimell.
Saturday 12 December | 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Live Sax | Festive Favourites | Mulled Wine & Mince Pies