Self-Drive
Motor Boats
Available on a first come first served basis.
Our Motor Boats are perfectly designed to ensure a stable and enjoyable trip out on the river. They are easy to use and with only a little instruction, you will be able to go off and explore the Avon at your leisure.
Tickets available in person on the day. No pre-booking available.
Pricing
- 30 minute hire
-
Maximum 5 people
Including Children and Babies.
Up to 5 people
£35.00
+ Deposit
Refundable Security Deposit per boat. Refund subject to terms and conditions.
£30.00
1 Hour Hire may be available in quieter parts of the season for £55 for 1 hour plus deposit.
Motor Boat Hire Details
Hire Details:
- Available on a first come first served basis only (Queue system will be in place on busier days).
- Maximum 5 passengers.
- Maximum hire duration is 30 minutes.
- Throughout the hire process please be patient and listen to all instructions given by staff.
- Drivers must be 18 or over - (We operate a think 21 policy and may ask for ID).
- We regret all male and all female groups are not permitted to hire a motor boat. The operator reserves the right to refuse the hire of any boat, at their absolute discretion.
Dog Friendly
Boat Hire
Open
7 days a week from 10 AM - 4 PM
Family
& Couples Activity
Where to find us
Swans Nest Boathouse,
Swans Nest, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 7LS.
(Booked Trips, Small Boat Hire, Head Office)
River Frontage next to the Royal Shakespeare Theatre,
Waterside, Stratford Upon Avon, CV37 6NA.
(Public River Cruises)
Please Note – Children must be accompanied by someone who is at least 18 years old.
All children under the age of 16 and non-swimmers must wear a lifejacket, supplied free of charge.
Lifejackets and buoyancy aids are available to all who wish to use them.
Groups – We regret all male and all female groups are not permitted to hire a motor boat.
The operator reserves the right to refuse the hire of any boat, at their absolute discretion.