Private Tour
Day Boat Hire
Overview
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6 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Before you know it, you’re tootling along 17 miles of quiet, lock-free water like a true captain on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.
• Six hours and 30 minutes
• 10 am – 4:30 pm
• Maximum of 10 passengers
• Includes a short tuition on handling and safety
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
DAY BOAT HIRE CONDITIONS
Skipton Boat Trips reserves the right to decline a booking or to refuse to hand over the boat to any person who, in their opinion, is not suitable to take charge. In such cases, the hire fee shall be refunded in full and no liability be outstanding on either party. The named hirer in charge of the boat must be over 21 years of age (proof of age may be required).
Skipton Boat Trips reserves the right to repossess the boat at any time where a serious accident or damage has occurred or in the opinion of Skipton Boat Trips is likely to occur because of the unsuitability of the hirer’s behaviour or boat handling ability. In such cases, Skipton Boat Trips shall not be liable to make a refund.
It is the hirer’s responsibility to control the general behaviour of those in their charge.
Availability: The boat is available from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Accommodation: The maximum number of passengers and crew shall not exceed 10.
Instruction: Prior to departure, instruction will be given on boat handling, water safety, and the safe use of the boat’s equipment
Accidents: Whilst your boat is insured, you have charge of the boat and are responsible for its safe navigation. No minor may take control of the helm without the supervision of an experienced adult. In the case of any accident or damage to your boat, it is your responsibility to find out the name of the other boat and its owner or person in control, their address, and telephone number to report the facts as soon as possible to the hire base.
Serious accidents: Skipton Boat Trips will not be responsible for any death or personal injuries save in so far as it results from proven negligence.
Delays: No responsibility will be accepted by PBT for loss of time or expenses occasioned through accidental damage to the boat whilst in your charge. No liability can be accepted for loss, damage or expenses that occur as a result of any defect or breakdown unless it is proven to have been caused by Skipton Boat Trips negligence. Please report any defect or breakdown as soon as possible to the Wharf Office, which will act as speedily as possible to rectify the problem. Do not attempt any repair without checking with the Wharf Office first.
Security deposit
A deposit of £50.00 will be required on the day of hire. Skipton Boat Trips reserve the right to withhold all of this deposit if:
The boat or any equipment is damaged or missing.
The boat is returned soiled.
The boat is not returned at the agreed time. Late return charges £25.00 for the first 30 minutes. Then £50.00 for every hour or part thereof.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Boat hire for up to 10 passengers.
No food or drinks are included in this trip, but you are more than welcome to bring your own.
What To Expect
This canal trip is a peaceful way to explore Skipton’s lush green dales at your own effortless pace, with nature so close that you can reach out and touch it. We launch your small group with all the skills you need to keep your family and friends safe and happy on your day-long Skipton canal trip. Your boat comes with all the home comforts you expect, like a cooker to serve up picnics, comfy seats to admire the scenery from, and a proper flushing toilet. While you’re cruising through our serene countryside, we’re always ready if you need help or just some friendly advice on your perfect day in Skipton. About the Boat Day Boat hire includes a short tuition on handling and safety and all you need to know for your day out. Don’t worry – it’s really not hard to become a Day Boat captain! Our luxury Day Boats come equipped with four burners, grill cooker, a whistling kettle, sink, flushing toilets, speakers and comfy seats. **Please note, crockery, cutlery, pots & pans, extra cooking utensils will not be provided. Our boats are built with easy access in mind.
Options
Pricing 2019
The boat carries up to 10 passengers, and pets are welcome.
Reviews
67 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Awesome!
rebeccat5789,
Aug 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really great day out and would definitely do again. Lovely staff who were really friendly. Once you got the hang of it, it was really fun although some of the locks were really hard to open and the needed to 3 of us.
Disappointed
lynne g,
Oct 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Disappointed The heater didn't work ,the radio didn't work Surely the boat should of been checked over and all in working order before we took it out The weather wasn't good so we were all wet and very cold on our return
A fun day out
leecU2575WH,
Sep 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great day for all the family we all had a go at steering the boat, a bit tricky at first but you soon get the hang of it. The boat company were very good at explaining everything, we will be doing it again soon.
Brilliant day, would def recommend
Navigator29435508071,
Jul 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We arrived to be great by a really lovely and very helpful instructor who had alot of patience’s with me. After we had completed our instructions we set off. The boats weren’t to hard to control. The weather wasn’t the best but it didn’t spoil our fun! We decided to take a picnic. The boats were kicked out with a portable table and cutlery which made it even easier for us to enjoy our day. On our return, they were on hand to help us steer the boats into the assigned moorings and luckily we did so well we got a great cheer from all the people from the pub watching us.
Fun on the canal
Dale S,
Sep 27, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fantastic, my sister and I are from the United States. I owned a pontoon boat rental service in Michigan. This was a great experience, and I would recommend anybody with a little bit of boating experience can figure it out the canal system is a very unique system that the United Kingdom has, if you like to boat then everybody should experience it. Very tranquil and relaxing.
A good day out
johnsH1296GT,
Aug 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A brilliant experience for the whole family. Teenagers got on board thinking it was a boring way to travel- till………We came to the first gate …after that they were fully engrossed in steering, manoeuvring and opening gates. My daughter was apprehensive about her dog but he was engrossed to watch ducks swans and wildlife along the banks !!
Great experiences!
mariax977,
Jun 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Weather is nice, and the time spent on boat are really happy! We learned how to control the boat, how to open and close the bridge, great fun! Highly recommended!
The best time!
pollyr658,
Mar 27, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic family day on the water celebrating two birthdays! We were a group of 8, 3 generations and 3 dogs - and all had such fun! The boat was clean and in great working condition. The induction at the start was really reassuring and thorough- I’d definitely recommend watching the video on their website beforehand too if you’re a first timer. We brought a picnic with us, but there is also a stop off at the half way point with a very friendly pop up trailer with the loveliest staff selling hot/cold beverages and food! A few pubs too! You’ll definitely surprise yourself how quickly you’ll pick up the skill if you’re a first timer - it was cool how hands on you’d get with the swing bridges too! Everyone on the canal was really friendly and the scenery was gorgeous! Overall, it was a really fun day out! Thank you Skipton Boat Hire 😊
Cruise the Cut
Hughmeenit,
Feb 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you're a fan of the narrow boat programs on TV and YouTube, then a visit to Skipton for a taste of narrow boating should be on your to-do list. We visited in early February, very much in the off season, and we were able to enjoy a lovely 30-minute cruise for only £4 per person. Truly a bargain for such a unique experience. Our boatman, Pete, was a great fellow and capable Skipper. At three times the price I would have still done it and still raved about it, but for a paltry £4, the price of a pint of beer, you get bragging rights to say you cruised the Leeds and Liverpool canal. Just great!
Great experience on a canal boat
JJen12,
Dec 6, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun day out for family and an opportunity for the young ones to help with locks and we also did this another day as a friend group , both days were fun , a good insight to doing a longer trip
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