Day boat hire

Day boat hire for 2-12 people. All training included, no experience necessary.

Hire times are 9-9.30am on board, returning at 4.30pm (4pm in darker months.)

Please note that babies and children are to be included in the maximum numbers.

 

Book your own canal boat and escape for the day, with the freedom to stop for a towpath picnic wherever you wish.

  1. Choose your canal boat
  2. Book your date using the calendars below
  3. Check your email for confirmation and more details
  4. Arrive 9-9.30am with your picnic and a handful of your favourite people 🙂

Water Vole Day Boat

Up to 6 people, pet-free. A very quiet electric canal boat.

Water Vole from the front
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Dragonfly Day Boat

Up to 10 people & 2 dogs.

Dragonfly day boat
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Moorhen Day Boat

Up to 12 people & 2 dogs.

Moorhen day boat
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Kingfisher Day Boat

Up to 12 people & 2 dogs.

Kingfisher day boat from union wharf market harborough
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Day Boat prices

Feb, Mar, Apr & May

£150 weekdays excluding Bank Holidays

£165 weekends and Bank Holidays

May & Jun 

£165 weekdays excluding Bank Holidays

£220 weekends and Bank Holidays

Jul, Aug & Sep

£200 weekdays excluding Bank Holidays

£250 weekends and Bank Holidays

Oct, Nov & Dec

£165 weekdays excluding Bank Holidays

£220 weekends and Bank Holidays

 

Day boat gift vouchers

These are available in various denominations here.

 

Route followed by the day boats

Please note that day boats are not permitted through Foxton Locks, but you will have the opportunity to visit the locks on foot. There is more information on the route here.

What's on board your day boat?

A full list of the equipment found inside each day boat can be read here.