Skipton Canal Boat Cruise

A one-hour boat cruise down the Leeds and Liverpool Canal with comedian Dave Spikey

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Duration: 1 hour

This one-hour canal cruise will take you on a whistle-stop tour of Skipton with the award-winning comedian Dave Spikey, best known to audiences for his roles in 'Phoenix Nights', 'Bullseye' and '8 out of 10 Cats'.

As you sail down the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, Spikey will share anecdotes and fascinating stories relating to the region. You'll discover how important the canal was for Yorkshire throughout the Industrial Revolution. Food and drinks will be available for purchase onboard, and you'll be able to soak up views of the rolling Yorkshire Dales as you go.

Why visit

  • Luxury canal cruise of Skipton and the surrounding Yorkshire Dales
  • Insight into the history and heritage of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal
  • Knowledgable and humorous commentary by comedian Dave Spikey

What's included

  • One-hour boat cruise
  • Guide services

Restrictions

  • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the activity starts.

Additional information

Please note that a small donation to the RNLI charity box is kindly asked in return.

Infants aged 0–12 months can join for free and do not require a ticket.

A minimum of two participants is required to book the tour.

Tours run based on demand. Tours can accommodate a maximum of 56 participants.

Please note that dogs are allowed on the tour.

Location

Skipton Canal Boat Cruise
Skipton Wharf, Leeds, BD23 1LH
Please arrive at the meeting point, 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time, and collect your boarding pass from the office.

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