Family Open Day - Saturday 17th August

Enjoy a day of sharing, creating memories and taking part in a variety of enjoyable activities. Open to all. All funds raised go towards supporting the work of Peter Le Marchant Trust

Pirate themed canal boat trips - book on the day

Pedaloes

Crafts

Bouncy Castle

Coffee and Food Vendors

Ice Cream Van

Plus lots of FREE activities!

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Santa's Sleighboat 2024

Running for its 8th year! Meet Santa and his elves on our festive canal boat and enjoy an enchanting journey along the Grand Union Canal. Ticket includes: mince pie/cake & drink Each child will receive a present An unmissable Christmas treat for the family. All proceeds go to supporting the work of the Peter Le Marchant Trust
Colours of Autumn - October 2024

Celebrate the colours along the waterways this October half term, with our special family 2½ hour canal boat trips. Tickets include on-board activity packs and crafts suitable for our younger passengers. Enjoy the wonderful scenery from the unique vantage point our boat offers. Perfect for the budding photographer!
Our stunning community garden

Check out the stunning photos of our garden, beautifully maintained by our incredible team of volunteers! 🌿 We recently welcomed the Loughborough In Bloom judge to our garden as we get ready for our ranking. A huge thank you to our dedicated gardening team for their hard work and passion. The garden looks absolutely amazing, and we couldn't be prouder!

Tailored Cruises Aboard Jubilee - Autumn 2024

Looking for a unique, comfortable, and unforgettable autumn experience for you and up to five guests? Select from our exclusive dates for a serene 2-hour private cruise aboard our luxurious, accessible narrowboat, Jubilee. Unwind with our skipper and crew and enjoy a range of bespoke extras. Ideal for couples, families, work teams, and friends, this is your chance to savour a relaxing journey with flexible departure times, tailored to your schedule.
Santa's Sleighboat 2024

Running for its 8th year! Meet Santa and his elves on our festive canal boat and enjoy an enchanting journey along the Grand Union Canal. Ticket includes: mince pie/cake & drink Each child will receive a present An unmissable Christmas treat for the family. All proceeds go to supporting the work of the Peter Le Marchant Trust
Colours of Autumn - October 2024

Celebrate the colours along the waterways this October half term, with our special family 2½ hour canal boat trips. Tickets include on-board activity packs and crafts suitable for our younger passengers. Enjoy the wonderful scenery from the unique vantage point our boat offers. Perfect for the budding photographer!
Festive Sewing Sessions -15th October 2024

Relax! Enjoy a 2½ hour guided sewing session about our boat. Learn how to embroider using a hoop whilst taking in the picturesque views along the canal. All materials supplies, including hoop, thread and materials. Various festive designs - choose on the day. Only £17 per person.
Pirate Boat Trips - August 2024

Grappling hooks at the ready - the pirates are back for 2024!! Come and join us along the waterways this August with our special one hour pirate themed canal boat trips. Only £12 per person. These trips are very popular - please book early to avoid disappointment!
Mindfulness & Yoga Along the Waterways - 25th June 2024

Relax! Take in the beautiful scenery during a 2½ hour journey along the canal and enjoy a session with our experienced Yoga teacher. Refreshments included. Only £12 per person.
Mindful Sewing Sessions - June and July 2024

Relax! Enjoy a 2½ hour guided sewing session about our boat. Learn how to embroider using a hoop whilst taking in the picturesque views along the canal. All materials supplies, including hoop, thread and materials. Various designs - choose on the day. Only £17 per person.
Traditional Canal Art Along the Waterways - 29th August 2024

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Heritage of the Waterways - 24th September 2024

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Wellbeing Community Trips 2024

Relax, take some time out and enjoy the beautiful scenery along our local waterways. We're delighted to announce that our Community Wellbeing trips are back! We're offering 2½ hour journeys, as well at our 4-hour trips, These trips are open to individuals and small groups.

Ready to board?

Day trips are available from March until the end of October, and run 7 days a week on our fully accessible broad beam boats, Symphony or Serenade. Prices are £16 per person, with a minimum hire fee of £224.
Make a Booking

Book your day trip by using our calendar and completing the online form with your suggested available dates
Self-hire holiday boat

Jubilee is ideal for families and groups wanting the freedom to meander along the canals at their own pace. It is available for holidays throughout the year.
Santa's Sleighboat 2021 - SOLD OUT!

Running for its 5th year! Meet Santa and his elves on our festive canal boat and enjoy an enchanting journey along the Grand Union Canal. Ticket includes: mince pie/cake & drink Each child will receive a present An unmissable treat for the family, this Christmas. All proceeds go to supporting the work of the Peter Le Marchant Trust
Prices

2024 prices for our day trips and holidays
Symphony

Symphony is one of our broad-beamed boats which we use for our day trips.
Santa's Sleighboat 2022 - SOLD OUT!

Running for its 6th year! Meet Santa and his elves on our festive canal boat and enjoy an enchanting journey along the Grand Union Canal. Ticket includes: mince pie/cake & drink Each child will receive a present An unmissable Christmas treat for the family. All proceeds go to supporting the work of the Peter Le Marchant Trust
Santa's Sleighboat 2023

Running for its 7th year! Meet Santa and his elves on our festive canal boat and enjoy an enchanting journey along the Grand Union Canal. Ticket includes: mince pie/cake & drink Each child will receive a present An unmissable Christmas treat for the family. All proceeds go to supporting the work of the Peter Le Marchant Trust
A passion for boating?

We rely on a team of incredible volunteers to keep shipshape - could you be our next crew member? Explore our available roles today!
Our Team

Volunteers are instrumental in supporting the work of the Peter Le Marchant Trust. We also have a team of core office staff who are dedicated to providing the best experience possible for our visitors.