FAQs
All our cruises cater for Gluten Free, Vegetarians, Vegans. If you have a specific dietary requirement then please let us know at the time of booking.
Well behaved dogs are welcome on private cruises only.
Of course, we just ask you to consider others when setting up decorations.
The boat will sit 12 people.
Buoyancy aids are available on request. Just speak to the skipper when boarding the boat. But I wouldn’t worry you’ll never be more than 10 feet away from dry land.
We currently don’t offer self drive boats. All our cruises come with a skipper who will navigate the waterways on your behalf.
Our departure point is located at The Slipway Bar & Restaurant, 48 Crabtree Lane, Burscough, L40 0RN
Unfortunately we don’t offer wheelchair access to our boat.
There is a set of steep steps down into the boat.
There is ample parking available at The Slipway Bar & Restaurant. Please register your car registration inside the pub for free parking
This is dependent on the length of the cruise. Please check the individual cruise for further detail
Yes, all cruises start from and return to the locations specified in your booking confirmation unless otherwise agreed with the Captain.
The earlier the better, especially if you are limited to certain dates. Just give us a ring, email us, or go online to check the availability of your chosen period and boat.
For private hires it’s just you and the skipper (usually Marc). For public hires there will be a maximum of 12 people on board plus the skipper
For private hires you are more than welcome to bring your own food and drink onboard.
Yes there is a toilet onboard.
The boat can be fully enclosed to ensure you don’t get wet
Of course, there is plenty to keep them entertained. Wild animals and birds in their natural surroundings. The skipper will always need some help operating the swing bridges.