Tonbridge River Trips
Tonbridge River Trips
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Launched in April 2015 we offer sedate river cruises and rowing boat hire. We are open for trips Mid March to end Oct and the rowing boats May to Oct please see the website for actual dates and times. Based at the Big Bridge in the High Street the electric launch "Enid May" runs trips in the Tonbridge area and is the ideal platform for photographing the area and the wildlife. The boat will seat up to 12 passengers comfortably and is safe for kids. Why not enjoy a relaxing one hour river trip or book for a private "voyage" either way you get close to nature and can glean some of the areas history from the skipper before finally returning to your starting point by the castle.
Tonbridge, Kent, England
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2023
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Guy M
1 contribution
Sep 2023 • Family
We took our two 3 year old granddaughters on this trip and they absolutely loved it. The skipper was great and there was lots for them to see and look out for and tick off a list. They had a great time and we thoroughly enjoyed as well. It was both interesting and relaxing (even with two 3 year olds!)
Written 23 October 2023
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Greg G
East Sussex, UK37 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Highly recommended a relaxing 1 hour cruise. Plenty to see and a great observation quiz to keep the kids busy
Written 9 October 2023
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kevintate2020
Oxted, UK6 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Fantastic little trip along the river with the family. My children are 7 & 3 and loved every minute. The captain was very friendly and knowledgeable. The children also enjoyed the activity sheets that were given out. Would definitely recommend!
Written 2 October 2023
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Navigate631765
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Sep 2023 • Family
lovely 50 minute afternoon boat trip up the river with myself and my 4 year old grandson. The lovely lady boat driver was very knowledgeable and friendly. She gave my grandson a worksheet of things to look out for along our journey which he could tick off and food to give to the swan and ducks we saw along the way. Inexpensive and very relaxing. It is suitable for little children and older people , comfortable seating with cushions and there is a roof if you want to sit in the shade.
Worth the money and planning to take my dad (in his 80's) .
If you're looking for something to do, its a must. Follow up with lunch in the high street is a great way to finish the day off or visit the castle as well.
Worth the money and planning to take my dad (in his 80's) .
If you're looking for something to do, its a must. Follow up with lunch in the high street is a great way to finish the day off or visit the castle as well.
Written 8 September 2023
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graham beagles
Tonbridge, UK16 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
What a great trip to do, great fun and very interesting.
Skipper Sue was brilliant, friendly, funny and informative. Highly recommend it for the whole family.
Skipper Sue was brilliant, friendly, funny and informative. Highly recommend it for the whole family.
Written 11 August 2023
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Robert G
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Jul 2023
Spotting a kingfisher was a real highlight for us amongst other flora and fauna. Highly recommended for all ages.
Written 31 July 2023
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Aleksandra K
12 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
Great experience , very good welcome service and good experience for autistic children . Highly recommend !
Written 23 July 2023
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Very glad you enjoyed it and despite the delays in getting this to happen I hope it was a happy belated birthday
Written 23 July 2023
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Paul D
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
Beautiful scenery with a knowledgeable guide, Bob.
A very worthwhile adventure, thoroughly recommended.
A very worthwhile adventure, thoroughly recommended.
Written 21 July 2023
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Phil W
Royal Tunbridge Wells, UK10 contributions
Jul 2023 • Friends
Great trip along the river. Lots to see with the skipper pointing out points of interest. Lasted 1 hour .
The boat was very clean & also as electric quiet with no smelly fumes. A fun morning thank you
The boat was very clean & also as electric quiet with no smelly fumes. A fun morning thank you
Written 14 July 2023
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Lucy B
Tonbridge, UK1 contribution
Jul 2023
Had a really lovely trip, both adults and kids had a really relaxing time, enjoyed spotting the wildlife. The skipper was friendly and chatty.
Written 4 July 2023
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Yingqian H
London, UK
hi, I'd love to know whether you have traditional wooden boats to rent? how much it will cost per item?
Roger F
1 contribution
How much is it to hire a boat for a Saturday afternoon?
Glynn R
London, England, United Kingdom21 contributions
We hire out rowing boats at £5 per adult and £2.50 per child (under 16) per hour.
The river trips are £10 per adult and £5 per child (under 16) per hours trip orr for exclusive use it is £100 for up to 12 passengers per hour
all details are on the website
teresa f
Brighton, UK76 contributions
Can you hire rowing boats out, if so do you provide life jackets. I spent time in the 70s on this river swimming and boating. Loved it.
Glynn R
London, England, United Kingdom21 contributions
We do hire out rowing boats, during the school hols, every day from 11 to 4 - we can provide buoyancy aids for all ages, but we cannot take under 2's - under 12 must have a buoyancy aid full details on our website or call me on 07808739020
Jane B
London, England, United Kingdom9 contributions
Hi
Could you let me know the maximum number of people you can take on a river trip and the cost of the trip per head. Also, do you do trips late afternoon/evening i.e. after work as we are thinking about this for a social event.
Thanks
Jane Boorman
Glynn R
London, England, United Kingdom21 contributions
Max number of passengers is 12 and we are open to discuss bookings for any day or time including evening trips
Costs are £10 pre adult and £5 under 16's for scheduled trips or £100 per hour for exclusive hire for up to 12 passengers.
Hello
Lovely reading all the reviews on the boat trip and now we want to do it too. May I ask how much is the cost per adult and toddler.
Thank you
Des
Glynn R
London, England, United Kingdom21 contributions
The trips cost £10 for Adults and £5 for under 16's and that is for a 50 to 55 minute trip. You are welcome to bring drinks and nibbles on board or even a picnic. please see our website for full details.