Rutland Water Cruises
Rutland Water Cruises
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Rutland Water Cruises enables visitors to enjoy the beautiful scenery from the water, amidst the sailors, anglers and water birds, whilst listening to detailed commentary highlighting points of interest, (hearing induction loop fitted in lower saloons). Our bar offers a selection of beers, wines, spirits, hot and cold drinks and snacks. Wheelchair accessible from Whitwell. We welcome quiet, well-behaved dogs and now offer Single tickets for those that want to walk or cycle from the North or South shores. COVID-19: We are operating in a COVID-19 secure manner, in accordance with all up to date UK government advice for the safety of our employees and customers. To fulfil these requirements, we ask that our customers also adhere to the most recent UK government and social distancing guidelines to keep us all safe.
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aqua_butterfly
Skegness, UK223 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
We just like boats and the weather was nice enough to sit on the top deck. It was very relaxing and if we had more time we would have taken advantage of being able to get off for an hour at Normanton.
It was nice learning a few facts from the commentary and Dave actually came around and got orders from the bar, do you didn't have to get up and get a coffee!
Would do another cruise.
3 hours in the car park is £4.
It was nice learning a few facts from the commentary and Dave actually came around and got orders from the bar, do you didn't have to get up and get a coffee!
Would do another cruise.
3 hours in the car park is £4.
Written 29 October 2023
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Ru_City
Leicester, UK3 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
We had the pleasure of going on the Rutland Belle, the crew were outstanding and Dave LFC absolutely made my day. He was very attentive and made sure my friend and I had a lovely time onboard. I even got a birthday shout out from the Captain.
We could not have picked a better day for it, the sun was out and the bonus is you can buy drinks on board. All I can say Prosecco and a cruise makes for a wonderful adventure. I could not recommend enough and hopefully you get the legend Dave LFC looking after you onboard. Thank you so much for making my day Dave!!!!
We could not have picked a better day for it, the sun was out and the bonus is you can buy drinks on board. All I can say Prosecco and a cruise makes for a wonderful adventure. I could not recommend enough and hopefully you get the legend Dave LFC looking after you onboard. Thank you so much for making my day Dave!!!!
Written 30 September 2023
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Sarah A
Lichfield, UK57 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
Lovely boat trip. Friendly, helpful and professional crew. On board commentary was interesting and relevant. Nice afternoon out.
Written 24 September 2023
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Nicola22
19 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
We visit every year for our wedding anniversary as we got married at Normanton Church and had some drinks and canapés on the Rutland belle in 2021. Staff are always so welcoming and we got a free drink this year which was so lovely of them. It’s a lovely trip across Rutland water, highly recommend
Written 9 September 2023
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Anne K
Leicester, UK111 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
Enjoyed a trip on the Rutland Belle yesterday. Very pleasant and the service and scone were both excellent. Full marks to David for looking after us well.
Written 15 August 2023
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XLB
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Couples
A fantastic cruise on a beautifully well presented vessel. She is a credit to her crew, who couldn‘t have been more helpful and friendly. The steward was particularly generous with his time in explaining to me all the work that was done every year in order to keep her in tip top condition. I was even afforded a glimpse of the extremely well turned out Gardner engine.
Written 9 July 2023
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ruthieca
Felixstowe, UK55 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
Took boat trip on Rutland Belle during visit. Trip costs £13 return and lasts 45 mins. The boat leaves from Whitwell on the North Shore and calls at Normanton on South Shore. Good information is provided highlighting points of interest and information. Refreshments are available to purchase on board. Staff really friendly and accommodating. Lovely scenery and would recommend.
Written 1 July 2023
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Danny A
6 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
Good way to experience the lake with commentary if you are interested. Didn't last very long though. The rip off parking costs are strangely not obvious on the website, not is the information about what to do at the stop off.
Written 2 June 2023
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827janets
Penzance, UK36 contributions
Apr 2023 • Solo
A very enjoyable, scenic trip on the Rutland Belle which proved very informative about Rutland Water. The staff were friendly and the boat comfortable and well equipped. All in all, a very enjoyable hour. Would recommend.
Written 19 April 2023
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tedgatti F
Lytham St Anne's, UK1,199 contributions
Oct 2022
A super boat trip with friendly and knowledgeable staff.
A not to be missed trip if you are in the area as it gives you a sense of the size of Rutland Water as well as a commentary about its history.
A not to be missed trip if you are in the area as it gives you a sense of the size of Rutland Water as well as a commentary about its history.
Written 1 November 2022
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How much is it
Hillbillymama-1964
Hemel Hempstead, UK52 contributions
Sorry, missed your question but we were on a coach trip so I wouldn’t have been able to say.
At what times can I access the wheelchair cruise
gerryrob82
Oakham, UK1 contribution
On any cruise - but only from Whitwell. Plse let us know in advance so we can preboard you
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Rosalind M
4 contributions
how much will it cost for two adults and two children
gerryrob82
Oakham, UK1 contribution
One family ticket which is £28. If one of your children is less than three years old then he/she will go free of charge in which case the charge would be £19 for two adults + £6.50 for one child.
Rosalind M
4 contributions
how much does it cost
David James
Lagos, Portugal98 contributions
About £30 per person for the trip food and small gin samples for 3 hours.
Alan G
Milton Keynes, UK
Can I go on cruise with my dog please?
gerryrob82
Oakham, UK1 contribution
Rutland Belle is only able to allow Guide Dogs on board.