Opening Times

2 1/2 hour trips at 10.30am and 2.30pm, Tuesday to Friday between Easter and October

What makes this a great venue for School group Fun or Educational Visits?

Offers a chance to experience a trip on a canal boat operating in a relatively safe environment where the maximum depth of water is 1m 10cm, there is no current flow, maximum wave height is 2cm and the boat is never more than 2m from the bank.

What are the Curriculum Topics or Benefit to the students from a visit?

A chance to learn about the role played by canals in the history of transport through the 18th and 19th centuries. Also offers a chance to visit the ruins of Odiham Castle where King John stayed the night before riding to Runnymede to sign the Magna Carta in 1215.

What are the minimum and maximum group sizes and the free Teacher Ratio?

The boat is licensed by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency to carry a maximum of 50 passengers.

Do you have or how do you arrange risk assessment?

We have our own risk assessment.

Do you offer Teacher familiarisation days?

Teachers are welcome to view the boat by arrangement with our booking manager.

What facilities are there for school groups for food and drink, shop etc?

The boat has a fully licensed galley where soft drinks and light snacks are available.

Is specific clothing required?

No

Do you have first aid on site?

Yes, a first aid box is carried at all times.

Are there any restrictions on photos, copyright etc?

No.

Additional information.

The boat is operated by a crew of four who are all volunteers. The captain holds a boatmasters licence from the MCA. All proceeds go to maintaining and improving the Basingstoke Canal which was restored by volunteers in the 70's and 80's.