ChesterBoat

01/09/2024

We promised not to mention Christmas again until at least September, but today is 1st September, sooo...

We just wanted to let you know that Father Christmas will be back onboard this December, and bookings are now open! Our very special guest from the North Pole will be landing on the Lady Diana with a sack full of festive books for the children, and the ChesterBoat elves will be on hand with refreshments, songs, and activities. 🎄🎅🚢

Now we've got that out of our system, we'll zip it about Christmas (for now). 🤐

Advance booking is essential: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/santa-special-cruise/

26/08/2024

Uh oh! We've had some problems with our online booking platform this afternoon. We're waiting for the experts to fix it, but if it's not working tomorrow you can give us a call (after 9AM) or an email, and we can take your booking that way.

21/08/2024

Bank holiday ahoy! Thinking of joining us this weekend? Here's the important info...

⚓ Half-hour cruises sail every 30 minutes from 11AM to 5PM. Pay on boarding, or book an open ticket online to save 10%.

⚓Two-hour cruises are sailing at 12PM and 2.30PM on Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday. Booking in advance is recommended as cruises can fill up.

⚓ Dogs on leads are welcome onboard!

⚓ Children under 5 sail for FREE!

Book online: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/sightseeing-cruises/

16/08/2024

What happened?! We blinked and suddenly we're 4 weeks into the school holidays with only 2 weeks left...

That's still plenty of time to sail with us! Half-hour City Cruises sail every 30 minutes from 11AM on The Groves, and you can make a day of it by combining your cruise with a City Sightseeing open top bus tour. 🚢🚌

Under 5s sail for free, and tickets are cheaper when booked online: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/sightseeing/half-hour-city-cruise/

15/08/2024

📣 New dates added! 📣

Due to demand we have added extra dates for our 90s themed Party Nights Afloat cruises in October and November! Plus, all of our themed cruises for next year are available to book. Come and light up the River Dee with us this autumn and winter as the nights draw in. ✨🍾

Dates, info & tickets:

Make it a night to remember! Our party cruises are perfect for large or small groups - a birthday, a works social, a hen do - we love a good party!

14/08/2024

Did you know that this week is ?! If you're thinking of privately hiring a boat for your special occasion, a delicious afternoon tea is the perfect accompaniment to the lovely River Dee scenery. ☕🍰🥪

13/08/2024

Despite the rain our crew are still smiling and ready to welcome you aboard until 5PM! But which one of them has been singing? ☔️🌧️

10/08/2024

An all ladies crew on the Lady Diana two days in a row! ⛴️

09/08/2024

It's 5 o'clock on a Friday and we're getting the boats ready to welcome our evening guests aboard. What better way to start the weekend than a cruise on the River Dee? Cheers! 🥂🍻

08/08/2024

Boat trips aren't just for sunny days! 🌤

Don't forget that all of our boats have spacious indoor areas, where you can enjoy the river views without getting cold or wet. Hot and cold drinks are available from the onboard bar, and you can bring your picnic to eat onboard. ☕

Sightseeing cruises info: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/sightseeing-cruises/

01/08/2024

What a fabulous start to August! Blue skies, calm water, and lots of smiling faces onboard. We’re back at 11AM tomorrow and we’ve ordered more sunshine ☀️⛴️

29/07/2024

While we normally love to meet (and pet) your four-legged friends onboard, please be aware that it’s going to be very hot this week, and I’m sure you’ll agree that your dogs would be happier napping in the shade at home.

If you’ve already purchased tickets and would like to come another day when your dog can sail with you safely, just let us know. 🐕🐩🐕‍🦺

28/07/2024

It’s going to be a warm one today! ☀️🌡️

It’s a sunny Sunday during the school hols so it’ll be fairly busy on the river - but don’t sweat, we’ve got plenty of room on our nice big boats!

Half-hour cruises sail every 30 minutes from 11AM, so just there’s always another one along soon if it’s busy by the time you arrive. Tickets are available on arrival or save 10% by booking online.

There are tickets available for two-hour cruises, but remember to book online as we may be sold out by the time boarding begins.

Tickets & info: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/sightseeing-cruises/

27/07/2024

We’ve finally been enjoying some of that elusive summer sunshine this week, with more promised for the week ahead!

Perfect weather for taking in the views from the open top deck of The Jackie - step aboard at The Groves every day from 11AM onwards. 🚢☀️

23/07/2024

Don't we look good on the front cover of Cheshire Life Magazine? Thanks Photography by Mark Carline for getting our good side!

20/07/2024

Great turnout and beautiful weather for the last of our Pie & Quiz Nights this summer! Well done to the winners and thank you everyone for sailing with us 🥧⛴️🍻

19/07/2024

Friday at last! We have a busy weekend ahead with our quiz night cruise, 90s themed party cruise, a birthday party, two corporate events, more hen parties than you can shake a stick at, plus all of our normal half-hour and two-hour cruises.

Who's getting onboard with us this weekend? 🚢🍾

Don't forget that tickets are cheapest when booked online: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/sightseeing-cruises/

12/07/2024

As we head into the middle of summer (despite what the weather is doing) our Two-hour Iron Bridge Cruises are sailing almost every day!

Bring a picnic, relax with a drink from the bar, and keep your eyes peeled for kingfishers as we glide through leafy Cheshire countryside.

Don’t forget to pre-book as sailing times vary and cruises can sell out: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/sightseeing-cruises/

05/07/2024

That's a wrap for our Thursday night cruises with Wine School of Cheshire this summer. We've had a fabulous time sailing around South America and Europe without ever leaving the River Dee!

Wine School will be back on the water in 2025, but in the meantime they have plenty of land-based tastings to look forward to: https://cheshire.wine/ 🥂🍷🍾

30/06/2024

Thanks for celebrating onboard with us Currans Homes, we had a great night! 🎉🍾

25/06/2024

🛶 This Sunday (30th June)! 🛶

One of the highlights of the summer on the River Dee - it's the Chester Raft Race! Pop down to The Groves to watch the rafts battle it out to the finish line, then head up to the Meadows for trophy presentations, food, and entertainment. This is always a fun event raising money for great causes.

Please note that our first sailing will be at 12PM instead of 11AM. 🚢

22/06/2024

Now we’re finally getting some June sunshine (better late than never) don’t forget that pre-booking is recommended for the Two-hour Iron Bridge Cruise as cruises can sell out, especially at weekends.

A fully stocked bar is available onboard - why not bring a picnic to enjoy with the fabulous views? 🥪🥂

Tickets & info: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/sightseeing/iron-bridge-cruise/

08/06/2024

Here we go again! It's Mamma Mia night on the Lady Diana and Mark Twain tonight. Let's face it - there's no beating belting a bit of ABBA on the dancefloor as you cruise up the River Dee. 💃🚢

07/06/2024

Congratulations to the Duke of Westminster and Olivia Henson who are tying the knot at Chester Cathedral this afternoon! 🤵👰

If they've inspired you to have your big day in the beautiful city of Chester, why not push the boat out with a cruise on the River Dee?

💍 Travel in style from The Groves to Eccleston Village Hall for your reception

💍 60-90 minute late afternoon cruise before the disco gets going - perfect if you're celebrating with our neighbours Old Palace Chester

💍 Cruises of up to 4 hours - have your cake cutting, buffet, speeches, first dance, and evening entertainment in a unique venue

💍 Private picnic boat hire for up to 8 people - ideal for elopements, tiny weddings, just married photos, or having the bridal party make a big entrance!

📷 Photography by Samantha Kay Photography

More boaty wedding inspiration: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/private-charter/weddings-and-civil-partnerships/

05/06/2024

We are very sorry (well, not that sorry) for mentioning Christmas when June has barely even started, but we just wanted to let you know that our Christmas Party Nights cruises are now available to book for December! These always sell out, so don't say we didn't give you absolutely loads of warning...

Now we've got that out of our system, we won't mention Christmas again until at LEAST September!! 🤐🎅🎄

Tickets & info: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/themed-cruises/christmas-party-nights-afloat/

04/06/2024

Looking back on the lovely sunny weekend we had on this wet & windy Tuesday... This group had a blast on Saturday, being serenaded on our private picnic boat 🥂☀

29/05/2024

We love this drawing that was left on The Groves! It was pretty damp by the time we found it but we think that adds to it ☔️🖌️🎨

25/05/2024

📣 Last minute availability next weekend! 📣

We're sailing back in time not once but TWICE - step aboard at 7.30PM on Friday 31st May or Saturday 1st June for 3 hours of 90s classics, from Britney to Whitney and everything in between. 🎶

Tickets & info: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/themed-cruises/party-nights/

24/05/2024

Half term ahoy! Half-hour cruises leave The Groves every day, every 30 minutes from 11AM - just right for keeping little sailors entertained 🚢

Tickets are cheaper when booked online: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/sightseeing/half-hour-city-cruise/

23/05/2024

Was this really only a few days ago?! Whether or not the sun makes a reappearance this weekend (🤞🤞🤞) we've got you covered - with an open top deck on The Jackie and covered areas on all boats, cold beers or hot chocolate available at the bar, we're ready to go in rain or shine. 🌦

What's On at ChesterBoat: https://www.chesterboat.co.uk/whats-on/