Skipton Boat Trips Tickets
One hour of Yorkshire views and funny commentary
Skipton, North Yorkshire
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See Skipton from the water on a one-hour canal cruise with countryside views, local history and recorded commentary from comedian Dave Spikey. It is an easy way to add something different to a family day out without needing to plan for a full day.
This public trip runs along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal aboard Cobbydale, with covered seating and onboard facilities. You will hear stories about Skipton and the canal’s role in Yorkshire’s industrial past, with a lighter, more humorous style than a standard guided tour.
Trips run daily from March to November, with several sailings through the day. Book ahead, choose your time slot and arrive 15 minutes before departure to collect your boarding pass.
Looking for more family-friendly water-based days out? Browse our tours and river cruises page.
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Typical Visit Times 1 - 2 hours
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What's Included in your ticket
Adult, Senior and Child tickets are available for this one-hour public canal trip. The official operator lists Adults as ages 13+, Seniors as ages 65+ and Children as ages 1-12.
Your ticket covers one scheduled one-hour cruise aboard Cobbydale, with recorded commentary by Dave Spikey. Sailings usually run at 12pm, 1:15pm and 2:30pm, with 10:45am and 3:45pm departures running in high season and subject to weather.
Food and drink are available to buy onboard, but they are not included in the ticket price. You must arrive at least 15 minutes before departure to collect your boarding pass.
Includes:
One-hour public canal cruise in Skipton- Recorded commentary by Dave Spikey
- Views along the Leeds and Liverpool Canal
- Seated cruise aboard Cobbydale
- Onboard toilet access
- Dog-friendly entry on this one-hour trip
Excludes:
Food and drinks from the onboard bar- Parking charges in the public Coach Street car park
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This one-hour canal trip is a simple way to see Skipton from a different angle. You can settle into your seat, enjoy the Yorkshire Dales scenery and follow the route with recorded commentary that mixes local history with jokes and stories.
It suits a wide age range, with child tickets available from age 1 and adult tickets from age 13. The shorter duration also makes it easier to fit around lunch, shopping or another attraction in town.
You will travel on Cobbydale, a traditional wide-beam canal boat used for the public one-hour trips. Onboard facilities include seating, a toilet and food and drink available to buy during the cruise.
If you are planning a day in town, the wharf location is close to central Skipton and an easy walk from the station. Book your preferred sailing and arrive 15 minutes early to collect your boarding pass.
See more nearby ideas on our Skipton days out page.
This is not a live guide talking through a microphone for the full hour. The trip uses recorded commentary from comedian Dave Spikey, combining local history and canal facts with a lighter tone.
The cruise lasts one hour, so it works well as part of a wider day out in Skipton. You can pair it with lunch, shopping or a walk around town without needing to set aside a full day.
Trips start and finish from the Skipton wharf office on Coach Street, close to the town centre. It is also within walking distance of Skipton railway station and nearby public parking.
Toilets
Onsite Parking
Food Available
Dog Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Please see website for more details
- One-hour public cruises run daily from March to November.
- Arrive 15 minutes before departure to collect your boarding pass.
- Dogs are welcome on this trip, with an optional donation to the RNLI charity box.
- The cruise uses recorded commentary from Dave Spikey.
- Large groups are advised to book well in advance.
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Last Updated: 13:20 27/04/2026