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The Boston Belle is a well-established, versatile passenger boat operating from her home port Boston, Lincolnshire. Offering inland cruises along the tranquil river Witham or bracing trips out to sea for up to 60 passengers.

The boat is available for private hire, as well as offering a selection of regular public cruises ideal for smaller groups and individuals. Boston Belle is equipped with benches on the foredeck, which offer great panoramic views as well as a comfortable saloon with ample seating, tables and a removable canopy over the back, making her adaptable for whatever the British summer brings.

The licensed bar is open on all trips selling local beers, wine, spirits and snacks. Tea and coffee is also available and hot food is served on sea trips. Quality catering service can also be provided for guests on board.

Passengers using wheelchairs are welcomed and there's a toilet on board which is accessed via two steps, however, there is a disabled toilet available at the boarding point.

You can even hire this boat for private functions; the Boston Belle is a unique venue to hire, that hosts all kinds of functions and is always open to suggestions to make your booking special.

All trips depart from: Sluice Bridge Witham Bank East Boston PE21 9JU (Opposite the Haven Café).

The Wash Seal and Birdwatching Cruises aboard The Boston Belle 2024.

The 2023 programme of Seal and Birdwatching cruises aboard "The Boston Belle", organised by The South Lincs. RSPB Group, departing from Boston Marina PE21 9JU and sailing along the river Haven into the Wash estuary, up the river Welland, and returning to Boston after about 5 hours.

In previous years 108 different species have been seen, averaging about 60 per cruise. Each cruise is led by local RSPB guides who will help with bird identification and pointing out places of historical interest. Suitable for the avid birdwatcher or someone who just wants a great day out!

Lots of different dates and sailing times to choose from, starting in April 2024 and ending on 24th October 2024.

RSPB members £24 {child under 16 £11}. Non-members £29 and £14.

Click here for full details and availability.

Full details as regards dates, availability etc on the South Lincs RSPB website...

Booking is essential and is via Blackfriars Art Centre.

12 cruise dates are available:

  • 5th April
  • 16th April
  • 2nd May
  • 17th May
  • 1st June
  • 15th June
  • 12th July
  • 1st August
  • 15th August
  • 14th September
  • 11th October
  • 24th October

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