P&O Cruises teams up with Jason Manford for series of comedy shows at sea

P&O Cruises has partnered with Jason Manford to bring Manford’s Comedy Club to 35 sailings on Iona and Arvia this year.

Each of the ticketed, adult-only shows will take place in the Limelight Club and feature a line-up of comedians curated by Manford.

Manford’s Comedy Club will be available to book on a range of European voyages between May and October, with a total of 70 comedians set to perform in 140 shows across the season.

A P&O Cruises spokesperson said tickets will be available for a “nominal charge” which is not commissionable to agents. 

Two highlighted itineraries featuring the comedy show are the seven-night Norwegian fjords on Iona on July 4, costing from £849, and the 14-night Spain and France sailing on Arvia on August 16, leading in at £1,229.

Both are round-trip voyages from Southampton and prices are based on two sharing an inside cabin.

Carnival UK & P&O Cruises president Paul Ludlow said: “We are delighted to be partnering with Jason Manford to bring Manford’s Comedy Club on board Iona and Arvia.

“Working with one of the UK’s best‑loved comedians allows us to offer our guests something truly special, which further strengthens the entertainment we offer on board.”

Manford added: “I’m thrilled to be teaming up with P&O Cruises in 2026 to take Manford’s Comedy Club on the road – or rather, to sea!

“Across 35 cruises to France, Spain, Italy and the Norwegian fjords, 70 comedians handpicked by me will perform 140 shows, giving guests the chance to experience top-tier live comedy as part of their holiday.”