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On The River Severn

MV Edward Elgar - 4 Star Hotel Boat

Rated 4-star by Visit England, our boat is the highest capacity hotel boat cruising the inland waterways of England. Discover what she has to offer and take a virtual tour.

2-6 Night Cruise Holidays in The Severn Vale

Whether you want a weekend break or a week long holiday, we've got an itinerary to suit you. All our cruises are round trips departing from and finishing in Gloucester's Historic Docks.

Hotel Extension Packages Arranged For You

If you have a long way to travel or would like to extend your holiday, we can book you in to our partner hotel in Gloucester. 70% of our passengers take an extension package.

Historic Destinations

When you cruise with English Holiday Cruises, you unpack once and we take you to a new historic destination every day.

Gloucester's Historic Docks

We are based in Hempsted, a mile from Gloucester's Historic Docks. All our cruises are round trips so you start and finish your cruise with us from here.

Less than 10 minutes from M5 motorway.
Secure parking available.
Rail and bus stations only one mile away.

The Heart of England

Sites of ancient battles, Norman Abbeys, barge graveyards... this region has a lot to discover. As well as Gloucester, our cruises have many destinations including:

Worcester Cathedral & Royal Worcester Porcelain Museum
Upton upon Severn
Stourport on Severn
WWT Slimbridge Wetlands Centre
Gloucester Cathedral
MV Edward Elgar by Worcester Cathedral

The River Severn & Gloucester to Sharpness Ship Canal

Sail on Britain's mightiest river and the first ship canal ever to be built in the world.

Experience cruising on some of Britain's largest waterways.
Cruise the Gloucester to Sharpness Ship Canal opened in 1827.
Over 90 miles underway on our longest cruise.
Moorings within a short walk of points of interest.
Fantastic wildlife and history at every turn.

The Staycation To Remember

No international travel required! Find the perfect UK river cruise.

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River Cruise Holidays

On The River Seine

In 2023 we have two six-night cruises on the beautiful barge Deborah. Featuring five star accommodation and a six night route along the River Seine including central Paris. 

Six Nights Long

Six-nights cruising the River Seine and River Yonne including cruising in central Paris.

11 Cabins

11 en-suite climate controlled cabins as well as an accessible cabin on the main deck.

5-star service

On board meals and drinks all included and shore-side excursions at no extra cost.

Travel Upgrades

Buy the cruise only and organise your own transport, or let us book all your travel as well as pre-cruise stays in Paris.

Available now

River cruising isn't just a holiday, it's an experience from a whole new perspective. Our passengers love it.

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 Almost 50% Sold Find out more Book Now
20/05/24 Severn Vale Discovery Cruise 6 Over 50% Sold 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 Last Few Cabins 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 Almost 50% Sold Find out more Book Now
15/07/24 Classic Severn Cruise 6 Available 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 Sold Out Find out more Book Now
12/08/24 Severn Vale Discovery Cruise (Reduced Rate) 6 Sold Out Find out more Book Now
19/08/24 Classic Severn Cruise (Reduced Rate) 6 Sold Out 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 Available 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 Almost 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 Available Find out more Book Now
18/10/24 Canal Getaway Cruise 2 Chartered Find out more Unavailable

Great For Groups

We provide charters for groups and trade as well as cruises for couples or single travellers. If you have a group of people you want to spend some time with, where better than right here in the UK? No one needs to drive and we do all the dishes!

Groups, Families & Reunions

Celebrate a special occasion, take a multigenerational holiday or get your special interest group together. We have the space and experience for you all to enjoy your time together.

Discounts

If you charter the entire boat, discounts are available in Spring and Autumn.

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Visit England Quality Assessed

We are independently assessed every year by Visit England and we are certified as a four star hotel boat to the Visit England criteria. Our boat, brochure and website are all assessed so you can be confident that our cruises are accurately described and of good quality.

Package Travel Financial Protection

In the ever changing world we live in, financial protection of consumer deposits is essential and a legal requirement under package travel regulations. As a member of Protected Travel Services (PTS), your money is held securely in a trust account managed by a third party. We do not have access to your money until after your holiday has been completed.

British Marine Full Member

As marine professionals who maintain a UK registered passenger vessel we are members of British Marine to keep ahead of legislation and safety on board our boat. We are inspected by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency and British Marine help us to look our for the interests of our company and customers for health and safety compliance.

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