About Skipton Boat Trips
Skipton Boat Trips offer a great way to explore the longest canal in Britain at 127 miles (204km)! The canal was originally used to transport stone, cloth, coal, and other cargo, but is now an excellent way to discover the area with the kids as the world passes by.
There is a brilliant and lively 1 hour, guided trip available that is fun whatever the weather, with recorded commentary from award winning comedian Dave Spikey, of 8 Out of Cats and Phoenix Nights fame. In between the jokes (and laughter!), you will hear lots of fascinating stories and points of interest about how the Leeds and Liverpool canal delivered the lifeblood of the industrial revolution through Yorkshire. A refreshingly different way to enjoy a whistle stop tour of Skipton.
If you are feeling a bit more adventurous, you can hire a luxury Day boat and be your own captain! You will be shown everything you need to know to keep the family safe and happy on your daylong trip, as a 30 minute lesson is included. The boat has plenty of home comforts including a fridge, cooker, and a flushing toilet! You'll be travelling along the 17 miles of (lock free) canal like a true captain before you know it! A restful way to explore the lush green dales of Skipton at your own pace.
Other trips are also available, including our very popluar Afternoon Tea cruise, Roast Dinner (sells out fast), Evening Fish and Chips Cruise and more.
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Educational and Entertaining Tours
With guided tours that are both informative and fun, families can learn about the rich history of Skipton and the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in an engaging way.
Family-Friendly Activities:
The trips provide a variety of family-oriented activities, including the chance to be your own captain on a luxury day boat, ensuring a memorable and hands-on experience for all ages.
Special Themed Cruises
We offer special-themed cruises like the Magical Santa Trips and Live Music Cruises, which add an extra layer of excitement to the canal exploration, making every trip a special occasion.
Facilities
Toilets
Onsite Parking
Food Available
Dog Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
Please see website for more details
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (1-12) : £6.50
- Adult (12-18+) : £10.00
- Babies and Toddlers (0-1) : Free
You can see all the prices below, and book available trips by going to the following links.......
Afternoon Tea: £27.50 except on Fridays, weekends, and bank holidays (£29.50)
Fish & Chip cruise (Evenings or Day Time): £27.50
Sunday Roast Dinner Cruise: £32pp
Drinks Ahoy Cruises: £35pp - Adults only
1-hour Boat Trip: Adults/Seniors £9.50 and includes tea/coffee & biscuits,
Christmas Dinner Cruise: £32.50pp
Magical Santa Trips (Weekends from November to December): £22.50,
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 1 - 2 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
FAQs
Contact Details
Waterside Court, Coach Street
Skipton
North Yorkshire
BD23 1LH
England
Tel: 01756790829
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