Skippered Boat Trips
Electric Barge
Grand Union Canal adj, Sheldon Square, London W2 6NA.
Skippered Boat Trips
#1 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
Southern England has a rich network of historic waterways that have shaped its landscape, economy, and culture for centuries. This includes the iconic River Thames, a vital commercial artery since Roman times, and the Kennet and Avon Canal, completed in 1810, connecting the Thames at Reading to the Bristol Channel through picturesque countryside and historic towns like Bath. Other significant waterways include the River Medway in Kent, the Hampshire Avon in Salisbury, and the Wey Navigation in Surrey, one of Britain's oldest artificial waterways from 1653.
Skippered boat trips on UK rivers and canals let passengers relax and enjoy Britain’s waterways while an experienced skipper handles navigation. These cruises suit anyone who wants to experience canal travel without piloting the boat, including families, elderly visitors, corporate groups, and those seeking an easy outing with commentary on history, wildlife, and landmarks. Trips range from short city cruises, like Birmingham’s Gas Street Basin or Camden Lock in London, to longer excursions on the Grand Union Canal, Thames, Norfolk Broads, and Caledonian Canal. Skippers often share engaging stories about heritage, boatmen, bridges, and local wildlife such as herons and kingfishers. Themed trips include pub crawls, wildlife tours, photography cruises, and educational outings. Private charters are popular for celebrations, with groups bringing their own catering or arranging food onboard. Skippered boat trips offer an effortless and authentic way to enjoy the charm of Britain’s canal network.
Southern England Waterways's Best Skippered Boat Trips in 2026
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#2 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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#3 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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#4 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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Kennet & Avon Trust – Bradford on Avon
Beside The Canal Trust Café, Bradford Wharf, Bradford-on-Avon BA15 1LE.
Day Boat Hire and Skippered Boat Trips
#5 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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#6 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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#7 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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#8 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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Waterways Experiences
Nash Mills Recreation Centre, Red Lion Ln, Hemel Hempstead HP3 9TE
Skippered Boat Trips
#9 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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#10 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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#11 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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JGF Passsenger Boats
Cowey Sale, Walton Bridge, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12 1AR
Skippered Boat Trips
#12 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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London Eye River Cruise
Riverside Building, County Hall, Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7PB
Cafe, Day Boat Hire, Restaurant Boats and Skippered Boat Trips
#13 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
Cafe, Day Boat Hire, Restaurant Boats and Skippered Boat Trips
Chichester Canal Centre
Canal Wharf, Basin Rd, Chichester PO19 8DT.
Restaurant Boats and Skippered Boat Trips
#14 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
Restaurant Boats and Skippered Boat Trips
BMK Waterway Trust Electra
Campbell Wharf, Avebury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 4BG
Skippered Boat Trips
#15 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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The Baldwin Trust – Halseyon Days
Leicester Marina, Pinfold Road, Thurmaston, Leicester, LE4 8AS
Skippered Boat Trips
#16 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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#17 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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Basingstoke Canal Society – Woking
Saturn Trail, United Kingdom
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#18 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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#19 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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#20 Rated Skippered Boat Trips on the Southern England Waterways
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Wey & Arun Canal Trust
Canal Centre behind the Onslow Arms, High St, Loxwood, West Sussex, RH14 0RD