River Cruises on the River Severn and Gloucester to Sharpness Ship Canal

The Severn Vale Discovery Cruise was first launched in 2023 and was the most popular cruise of the season. Packed with inclusive guided tours for those that want to be shown around our fantastic destinations.

Cruise Length: 6 Nights

Cruise Type: Round Trip from Gloucester

Cruising Area: Gloucester to Sharpness Ship Canal and River Severn

Dates: 2025 SOLD OUT. Multiple Departures  April to October  2026

Pre-Cruise hotel stay "Plus Package" available

The Classic Severn Cruise has been redesigned for those that want to explore each stop themselves. Ideal if for those that like discover the local destinations to their own timetable.

Cruise Length: 6 Nights

Cruise Type: Round Trip from Gloucester

Cruising Area:  River Severn

Dates: 2025 SOLD OUT.  Multiple Departures May to September 2026

Pre-Cruise hotel stay "Plus Package" available

The cruise is our only itinerary that cruises our entire range on both the River Severn and the Gloucester to Sharpness ship canal. Explore Worcester, squeeze into the narrow locks on the upper reaches and shoot the low bridge at Worcester. Discover the world's first ship canal and view across the estuary at our more remote moorings. Pick this one if you want to see it all in one cruise!

Cruise Length: 6 Nights

Cruise Type: Round Trip from Gloucester

Cruising Area:  Gloucester to Sharpness Ship Canal and River Severn

Dates:  2026 SOLD OUT

Pre-Cruise hotel stay "Plus Package" available

Set sail on the English Gardens Cruise and immerse yourself in the beauty of England's countryside whilst discovering some of its most stunning gardens. Features Spetchley Park, RHS Malvern Spring Festival &  Westbury Court Gardens.

Cruise Length: 5 Nights

Cruise Type: Round Trip from Gloucester

Cruising Area:   River Severn

Dates: Only one departure per season in May. Next departure is in 2026.

Pre-Cruise hotel stay "Plus Package" available

New for 2026!  This cruise features the destinations and tours consistently rated the highest by our passengers. Visit the Morgan Motor Museum at Malvern, travel on the Severn Valley Steam Railway and go for wine tasting at the gold medal winning Woodchester Valley Vineyard.

Cruise Length: 5 Nights

Cruise Type: Round Trip from Gloucester

Cruising Area:  River Severn

Dates:  Two departures in 2026 only

Pre-Cruise hotel stay "Plus Package" available

The Severn Vale is blessed with some fantastic award-winning vineyards. Cruise with us on this date and visit three vineyards - with tasting for everyone! Cruising on the River Severn and stopping at some of our favourite moorings. 

Cruise Length: 5 Nights

Cruise Type: Round Trip from Gloucester

Cruising Area:   River Severn

Dates: Two departures in 2026. Sold out 2025.

Pre-Cruise hotel stay "Plus Package" available

Take a relaxing three night break with us! Stops at Berkeley Castle, Slimbridge WWT and Purton Hulks Barge Graveyard. Also available for group charters.

Cruise Length: 3 Nights

Cruise Type: Round Trip from Gloucester

Cruising Area:  Gloucester to Sharpness Ship Canal

Dates: April and October each year.

Ideal for a weekend with family and friends! Two nights of cruising on the world's first ship canal with destinations suitable for every age including Slimbridge WWT and the Purton Hulks Barge Graveyard.

Cruise Length: 2 Nights (weekends)

Cruise Type: Round Trip from Gloucester

Cruising Area:   Gloucester to Sharpness Ship Canal

Dates: Early April and Late October every year.

Comfort on Board

Recommending to friends and taking multiple cruises! These passengers love the comfort offered on board.

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