Recorded-commentary cruise / SKIPTON

Skipton Boat Trips: one-hour canal cruise

See the Leeds & Liverpool Canal from the water on a one-hour public trip from Skipton’s Coach Street wharf. Recorded commentary by comedian Dave Spikey mixes canal history with humour, making this a seated change of pace after town walking. It is a sightseeing trip rather than the operator’s longer dining cruise.

Dalesman in the foreground and Cobbydale behind at the Skipton Boat Trips wharf — Photo: Dr Neil Clifton

Before you go

Book the departure that fits your day before planning lunch. Use the instructions on your confirmation to find the correct wharf; several boat businesses operate around the basin.

The practical details

Where to find it: Skipton Boat Trips, 3 Coach Street, Skipton BD23 1LH
Directions and arrival information ↗
Tickets and booking: Public one-hour trips normally run March–November, subject to demand and conditions. Check the live calendar for availability and the price on your chosen date. Meals on longer dining cruises are separate products; food and drinks on this trip are not an included restaurant lunch.
Access and getting around: Boarding involves four or five steps with handrails. Wheelchairs and walkers are stored ashore and passengers must manage the steps. The approach is cobbled and uneven; onboard toilets also have a step. Contact the operator at least 24 hours ahead about specific assistance.
Official access information ↗
Visiting with children: A one-hour trip suits children happy to remain aboard for that length of time. Ask about babies and any equipment before booking. The commentary is played through speakers; printed information is available on request.

Practical information checked 14 September 2026. Confirm anything essential to your visit with the venue.

Make it part of your day

Allow 1 hour, plus check-in for the visit, plus travel and breaks. This is a suggested planning allowance; opening times, access and availability may affect your plans.

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