Package
options & extensions
The Hatherley Manor Hotel
If you have a long way to travel or want to spoil yourself and add an extra night to your holiday, then we offer pre-cruise hotel stays at our local partner hotel which is only a short drive from our home mooring.
The package includes a standard twin or double with on site spa access, dinner up to a value of £32 per person and a continental breakfast.
Parking is free of charge for your whole cruise if you take a hotel extension.
Hotel Extension Options
Hotel extensions are available for all our cruises. When you book a hotel stay you check out by 11am then it's only a short drive to us for checkin to your cruise!
Over 80% of our passengers choose the Plus package
Captain (Cruise only)
£Cruise Cost
Per Person Twin Sharing
£Cruise Cost
Per Person Single Occupancy
Parking £7 per car per night
Not got far to come? All of our 5 & 6 night cruises board in the early afternoon. If you have an easy journey to Gloucester and don't have concerns about getting to us on time without having to rush, then maybe this is the package for you. It includes the cruise only and parking is extra at the current daily rate.
Plus Package - Best Value
+£129
Per Person
+£150
Per Person Single Occupancy
Parking included
If you have something to celebrate or you just want to go all in, then take the Plus package. You get a pre-cruise stay at our partner hotel with dinner, bed and breakfast. Parking included at no extra cost and we also provide some free souvenirs!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the "Plus" package and the "Standard" package?
Both the plus and standard packages include your cabin on board, excursion entry fees if included in your cruise itinerary, food on the boat, unlimited tea and coffee, and house pour drinks from the bar. The packages relate to hotel upgrades and parking:
Standard Package: This includes the onboard amenities and services described above only. Parking is extra at a per-night charge.
Plus Package: This includes everything in the standard package but also dinner, bed and breakfast at our partner hotel (£32pp allowance on food items only for dinner at the hotel), parking during the cruise OR a taxi transfer from the hotel if you arrive by public transport, and a souvenir pack.
What do I have to pay and when?
Secure your booking with a 20% per cabin deposit. Balance payments must be paid in full 90 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 you allow dogs?
Non service dogs are not permitted on board. If you want to bring a service dog then please call us to discuss your needs on 01452 410411.
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.
I have already made a booking. Where can I get the boarding pack information?
Please go to our FAQ Page for boarding pack downloads and how to find us.
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