Historic Canal Cruise

We invite you to try something completely different – a staycation cruise aboard England’s biggest hotel boat to experience the amazing heritage and scenery of the Gloucester to Sharpness Ship Canal.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Day 1         Pick-up from home and travel by coach to Gloucester. There will be around three hours to visit the Cathedral and historic docks. Boarding at 18.00 and dinner. Moor overnight in Gloucester.

Day 2         9am sail for Frampton Upon Severn. Visit to Berkeley Castle with guided tour. Moor in Frampton overnight.

Day 3         8am sail for Purton Barge Graveyard. Tour of the Purton Hulks followed by an afternoon visit to WWT Slimbridge. Back on board enjoy the Captain’s Cocktail Party, dinner, and live entertainment. Moor in Slimbridge overnight.

Day 4         9am sail for Saul Junction to visit the Cotswolds Canal Heritage Centre. Lunch on board. Disembark early afternoon and return by coach to Sussex.

We are unable to accommodate single travellers on this holiday

Travel Insurance £24.00pp

MV Edward Elgar

Rated 4-star by Visit England, this hotel boat is 88 feet long and has a comfy saloon and bar. She cruises at a gentle pace, enabling you to watch the countryside rolling by from the panoramic windows or, in fine weather, from the upper viewing deck. The twin-bedded cosy cabins are on the lower deck. Food is traditional British, elegantly presented and using locally sourced ingredients, and wine is included with dinner. There is a jolly atmosphere on board, and the experienced and enthusiastic skipper and crew will make your holiday both memorable and fascinating.