Day trip prices and booking
Great value trips on the Grand Union
Our prices include the services of the crew and a skipper. A “priority rate” applies for care homes, schools, youth groups and those arranging trips for people who are disabled or disadvantaged. We offer free introductory trips for children and young people with special needs.
Half day and evening trips last up to 4 hours. Full days are up to 7 hours, daylight permitting.
2026 PRICES
| Up to 12 People “Sheldrake 2” and “Close Shave” | Jan & Feb Nov & Dec | March & April Sept & Oct | May, June, July & August |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Rate | Winter | Spring & Autumn | Summer |
| Full day | £175 | £250 | £320 |
| Half day/evening | £120 | £175 | £220 |
| Priority Rate | Winter | Spring & Autumn | Summer |
| Full Day | £115 | £160 | £200 |
| Half day/evening | £80 | £105 | £135 |
| Up to 35 people “Sheldrake 3” | Jan & Feb Nov & Dec | March & April September & Oct | May – Aug |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Rate | Winter | Spring & Autumn | Summer |
| Full day | £335 | £530 | £660 |
| Half day/evening | £235 | £380 | £460 |
| Priority rate | Winter | Spring & Autumn | Summer |
| Full day | £230 | £320 | £405 |
| Half day/evening | £150 | £210 | £265 |
2027 PRICES
| Up to 12 People “Sheldrake 2” and “Close Shave” | Jan & Feb Nov & Dec | March & April Sept & Oct | May, June, July & August |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Rate | Winter | Spring & Autumn | Summer |
| Full day | £185 | £265 | £340 |
| Half day/evening | £130 | £190 | £240 |
| Priority Rate | Winter | Spring & Autumn | Summer |
| Full Day | £115 | £160 | £200 |
| Half day/evening | £80 | £105 | £135 |
| Up to 35 people “Sheldrake 3” | Jan & Feb Nov & Dec | March & April September & Oct | May – Aug |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Rate | Winter | Spring & Autumn | Summer |
| Full day | £350 | £560 | £690 |
| Half day/evening | £250 | £410 | £490 |
| Priority rate | Winter | Spring & Autumn | Summer |
| Full day | £230 | £320 | £405 |
| Half day/evening | £150 | £210 | £265 |
Complimentary taster trips for organised groups of young people.
Thanks to a generous legacy, we are able to offer free introductory trips for groups of children and young people. Click here for the application form.
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We are open for business throughout the year, but you need to book at least one month in advance of your proposed trip date. Late Spring and Summer dates book fast, so we recommend even earlier reservations for these to be sure of getting your preferred date.
Don’t miss out, book today!
Please complete the booking enquiry form or call our friendly bookings team on 01923 723819 (option 1) Mon-Fri 9 am-5 pm.
We hope we can find you a suitable date for your trip.
Sheldrake 3, which takes up to 35 passengers, is a favourite and gets booked up quickly, please contact Bookings or check our Social Media pages on Facebook, and Instagram, or Bluesky. for availability.
Our smaller boats, which take up to 12 passengers, Sheldrake 2 and Close Shave have much more space. Please contact us for dates.
Note: You need to book at least one month before the date of your trip.
We currently prefer payment by bank transfer – Bank account details are included on the invoice. At the moment we have no facilities to pay by card. Cheque payments are also acceptable.
Bookings are subject to these terms and conditions