OUR EVENTS FOR 2024
See below our list of events for 2024, when you have decided which event you are interested in, please click on the link below the event to access more information.
Early Bird Trips
Running from April until June, our Early Bird Trip is always popular. Join us as we cruise along the river in the early hours of the morning looking and listening for the many species of bird that we are lucky enough to live and nest along our beautiful riverbanks. This year for the first time we are pleased to be offering some of our trips in collaboration with The Wildlife Trust and donating 50% of the proceeds of those designated trips to them. Click on the link below to find out more
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Houghton Mill Trip
Join us for a wonderful boat trip to Houghton Mill, followed by a tour of the mill. The trip will leave the quay in St Ives heading under St Ives Bridge towards Hemingford Lock and on to Houghton. The trip includes a tour of Houghton Mill and will be led by one of their volunteer guides, returning to the quay at the end of the day. This trip is run in conjunction with the National Trust and is proving a popular for everyone. National Trust members look for member prices.
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Crafty Cruises
Working in collaboration with The Snug Micro Pub located in The Free Church Passage, St Ives we are pleased to offer a beer tasting experience with a difference. Starting at The Snug for your first drink and an opportunity to improve your knowledge about craft beers. You will the. join us for an hour cruise tasting selected beers and soaking in the beutiful surroundings of the river and surrounding area before returning to the quay. Returning to The Snug for your final beer and a seat at a prebooked table to complete the experience.
The Manor
Hemingford Grey
The Manor was built in 1130 and is believed to be the longest continually inhabited houses in the UK. It was lived in by Lucy Boston the famous children's author from 1939. Join us for a cruise from St Ives followed by a tour of The Manor, enjoy this wonderful house and gardens situated in the beautiful Ouse Valley.
Mindfulness Trips
Join us for an evening of relaxing contemplation along the River Great Ouse. Experience the calming effect of an evening cruise whilst travelling in one of our Electric Riverboats. Poetry and meditation will be provided by Dee, Mindfulness Coach and we may even get to see a sunset....
Evening Bat Trips
Why not join us for an evening adventure of bat detecting, owl spotting and maybe some astronomy. The river is a magical place in the twilight. This year for the first time this trip is being run in conjunction with the Wildlife Trust and will have a Wildlife Trust volunteer as your guide, sharing their knowledge. 50% of your trip cost will be donated by us to The Wildlife Trust.