The Unique Weekend Break
2
Nights Long
32
Miles of Cruising
3
Included Tours & Excursions
Try Us Out!
The Unique Weekend Break runs in Spring and Autumn and is ideal if you want to fit in a short break around work, or for special event charters. Many people book this cruise to try us out, and then go on to book a longer cruise.
Highlights
A Weekend To Remember
This is a weekend break with a difference offering glorious views, waterways heritage, wildlife interest, and of course our usual top class hospitality.
Cruise from Gloucester down Britain’s first ship canal. Our Historic Docks have reminders that they once formed England’s busiest inland port, including a shipwright still repairing Tall Ships.
Stop off at the Slimbdirge Wetland Centre founded by Sir Peter Scott, the ‘Purton Hulks’ graveyard of 80 barge wrecks and the Cotswolds Canal Heritage Centre at Saul Junction.
There are glorious views of the lower Severn Vale all along the way. This is a perfect sample of our holidays which you might like to enjoy with friends.
Spring & Autumn only
This cruise is has limited sailings. Book today to avoid disappointment.
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
*Meal Times are 8.30 am Breakfast, 12.30 pm Lunch and 6.30 pm Dinner. Some cruises have lunch ashore during excursions which passengers must buy at their expense. The above itinerary is subject to change based on weather, tide and local conditions or events.
The MV Edward Elgar
All our cruises in England are on board the 4-star rated Edward Elgar hotel boat. With just 22 passengers and 5 crew, it provides a unique atmosphere whilst our crew look after everything.
98% of our passengers rate our service as "Good" or "Excellent" value for money. That's because we include:
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I have to pay and when?
Secure your booking with a £200 per cabin deposit. Balance payments must be paid in full 60 days before the cruise is due to depart.
I'm a single traveller. Do you have single cabins and single rates?
Yes. The Edward Elgar and Deborah only musthave twin cabins on board, but we do have single rates available on all cruises. Please note that to make a single booking, you will need to do so by phone by calling us on 01452 410411 as single bookings cannot be booked online.
All our scheduled cruises will have at least one cabin available at a single rate. Cruises departing in April and October will have two single-rate cabins on every sailing.
Is there parking & is it secure?
Yes. We have on-site parking at the boarding point in Gloucester which is covered, locked and has CCTV.
Parking is £7 per night on our standard package and included in the "Plus" package.
I have reduced mobility, is this suitable for me?
We have been inspected by VisitEngland and received an M1 mobility rating. This means we are considered to be suitable for older and less agile guests with sufficient mobility to climb a flight of steps but who would benefit from fixtures and fittings to aid balance. If you would like a full copy of our access guidance then you can find it here.
Do you allow children?
Our holidays are designed to be completely laid back and relaxed. We do not usually allow bookings with children as it is an adult only setting. However, if you charter the vessel in full for Christmas cruises, we do allow children but we ask that children are a minimum of 7 years old for safety reasons.
Do I need travel insurance cover?
Yes. It is very important in case you have to cancel unexpectedly. We do not sell travel insurance but we will provide you with details of travel insurance providers that can arrange suitable cover for one of our cruises. You can use any insurer and we don't insist you use our partner insurer. It is important you purchase coverage as soon as you have booked your holiday. Having travel insurance is a condition of travel with English Holiday Cruises. Here is the link to our partner insurer, Just Travel Cover.
What happens if I need to cancel? What are your terms of booking?
Please make sure you have familiarised yourself and everyone in your party with our terms of booking and cancellation policy.
Pricing and Availability
This cruise is SOLD OUT for 2022.
All 2024 Sailing Dates Availability
| Date | Cruise Type | Duration (nights) | Availability | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29/3/24 | Easter Ship Canal Explorer Cruise | 3 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 02/04/24 | Ship Canal Explorer Cruise | 3 | Chartered | Find out more | Unavailable |
| 05/04/24 | Canal Getaway Cruise | 2 | Chartered | Find out more | Unavailable |
| 09/04/24 | The Severn Bore Cruise | 4 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 15/04/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise (Reduced Rate) | 6 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 22/04/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise (Reduced Rate) | 6 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 29/04/24 | Classic Severn Cruise | 6 | Over 50% Sold | Find out more | Book Now |
| 01/05/24 | Paris to Epernay & Champagne | 6 | Last Few Cabins | Find out more | Book Now |
| 07/05/24 - New Date | Steam Trains & Morgan Motors | 5 | Over 50% Sold | Find out more | Book Now |
| 13/05/24 | Classic Severn Cruise | 6 | Last Few Cabins | Find out more | Book Now |
| 20/05/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise | 6 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 28/05/24 | Steam Trains & Morgan Motors | 5 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 03/06/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise | 6 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 10/06/24 | Classic Severn Cruise | 6 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 17/06/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise | 6 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 24/06/24 | Classic Severn Cruise | 6 | Last Few Cabins | Find out more | Book Now |
| 01/07/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise | 6 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 08/07/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise | 6 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 15/07/24 | Classic Severn Cruise | 6 | Almost 50% Sold | Find out more | Book Now |
| 22/07/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise (Reduced Rate) | 6 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 29/07/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise (Reduced Rate) | 6 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 05/08/24 | Classic Severn Cruise (Reduced Rate) | 6 | Last Few Cabins | Find out more | Book Now |
| 12/08/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise (Reduced Rate) | 6 | Sold Out | baqhFind out more | Book Now |
| 19/08/24 | Classic Severn Cruise (Reduced Rate) | 6 | Last Few Cabins | Find out more | Book Now |
| 27/08/24 | English Vineyards & Wine Tasting Cruise | 5 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 02/09/24 | Classic Severn Cruise | 6 | Last Few Cabins | Find out more | Book Now |
| 04/09/24 | Paris & Medieval France | 6 | Sold Out | Find out more | Book Now |
| 16/09/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise | 6 | Almost 50% Sold | Find out more | Book Now |
| 23/09/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise | 6 | Almost 50% Sold | Find out more | Book Now |
| 30/09/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise (Reduced Rate) | 6 | Over 50% Sold | Find out more | Book Now |
| 07/10/24 | Severn Vale Discovery Cruise (Reduced Rate) | 6 | Almost 50% Sold | Find out more | Book Now |
| 14/10/24 - NEW DATE | Ship Canal Explorer Cruise | 3 | Almost 50% Sold | Find out more | Book Now |
| 18/10/24 | Canal Getaway Cruise | 2 | Chartered | Find out more | Unavailable |
Enter your email to receive our newsletter
We value your Privacy
English Holiday Cruises LTd. Registered in England and Wales Company Number 05207004. Registered Address: Windsor House, Bayshill Road, Cheltenham, GL50 3AT. Please visit the Contact Us page for our correspondence address.
