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Just back from our first cruise and can thoroughly recommend this company for a gentle canal or river cruise in the Cotswolds.
Date of experience : 14 April 2018
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Cruising the River Severn on Edward Elgar
David Powell takes an English river cruise in the Severn Valley
Boarding the charming Edward Elgar, all vintage cream with maroon trim, feels like walking into an Agatha Christie novel. There are no Art Deco interiors or chandeliers, but it has a quirky English atmosphere and its multi-talented crew of five couldn’t be more friendly.
At just 88ft, with only 11 double cabins, the 3 deck Edward Elgar was purpose-built for English Holiday Cruises to sail the River Severn and Gloucester Sharpness Canal and has been certified a four-star hotel boat by Visit England. There's a cosy bar, a lounge that doubles as a dining room and an open deck for taking in the views as you glide serenely through green and pleasant Gloucestershire and Worcestershire, and it’s a lovely place to call home for a few days. Comfort is a priority on board with quality seating, mattresses and furnishings.
Tea and coffee is always available and there’s home-made cake each afternoon as well as unlimited house wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks. Every day there’s a free excursion and at night the crew will entertain you with quizzes and singalongs – and there’s also free wifi. An advanced battery system means there is no need to run generators at night ensuring the boat is perfectly quiet at her mooring.
The cabins have twin beds and en-suite shower rooms, with reduced rates for single occupancy on every cruise, and although they’re small they’re beautifully kitted out.
We joined at The Boathouse, the company’s canal-side HQ, near Gloucester’s superbly restored historic docks, where the Georgian warehouses are now home to bars and restaurants, with museums and cathedral a short walk away. English Holiday Cruises offer a secure parking facility at the boathouse and after a welcome lunch and drinks, we were off on our adventures, sailing to Frampton on Severn for a guided tour of Berkeley Castle in the Cotswolds, a 12th-century Norman keep with fabulous medieval kitchen and glorious gardens.
Back on the boat we enjoyed a delicious home-cooked dinner on the way to Purton along the world’s first shipping canal, mooring for the night within sight of the River Severn where it widens before flowing into the sea.
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Pictures show Edward Elgar cruising the River Severn, one of the cosy comfortable cabins and the lounge dining area
Up bright and early I took a pre-breakfast walk to see Purton Hulks Barge Graveyard on the river – a surreal collection of old boats and barges deliberately sunk to prevent the river’s banks breaking. It was fascinating to see how nature has colonised these old wooden and even concrete vessels. I was definitely ready for breakfast after my walk and tucked into a full English, although there were lighter offerings such as French toast with cinnamon.
The dining room has picture windows so we could watch the world go by even when eating, and during breakfast we sailed the canal towards Slimbridge Wetland Centre for an included tour to see the hundreds of swans, ducks, geese –even flamingos. There were taxis on hand to take us to and from the centre, although it was an easy walk from the boat. As well as wildfowl there was Scott House Museum where World Wildlife Fund founder Sir Peter Scott lived when he set up the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust. The artist and TV broadcaster – a friend of fellow conservation pioneer Sir David Attenborough – was the son of Antarctic explorer Robert Falcon Scott and many of his wildlife paintings are on display in the house and visitor centre.
Back onboard we sailed for historic Gloucester Docks and a visit that most guests were eagerly looking forward to - the late afternoon Gloucester Brewery tour with gin tasting included!
Pictures: Aerial view of Edward Elgar and overnight mooring at Purton Hulks. Bar area at front and Slimbridge Wetland Centre
Next day we sailed along the river to Upton-upon-Severn in Worcestershire, arriving after lunch to be taken by coach to Croome Court. Now looked after by the National Trust, the estate has a fascinating history. The parkland was Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown’s first major landscape gardening project and made his name. Started in 1750 it includes a lake with a Chinese bridge and a grotto once lined with semi-precious stones. Part of the 18th-century neo-Palladian house, also designed by Brown with superb interiors by architect Robert Adam, is now open after restoration, but our favourite part was the RAF Defford museum.
The quirky displays in old RAF buildings reveal how the place was used for radar testing during the Second World War and Cold War operations.
That night we were moored in Upton, so we had the chance to explore the town’s pretty streets of half-timbered and Georgian buildings. Most famous is the Pepper Pot – the remains of a church tower – which is central to several music festivals each year. After dinner we enjoyed sloping off to Ye Olde Anchor Inn, a ‘black and white’ half-timbered pub with leaded windows, low ceilings and beams.
Worcester the next day was a revelation. The cathedral is one of the finest in the country and once so important that Richard the Lionheart’s brother King John is buried here. My cruise was over far too soon and as I reflected on the friendly atmosphere, new friends made and the excellent food and service I thought maybe next time the full 6-night cruise!
English Holiday Cruises runs two, three, five and six-night trips in the Severn Vale, with its six-night Classic Severn Cruise available May to September.
All are round-trips from Gloucester with the longer itineraries a mix of stops along the River Severn and Gloucester Sharpness Canal, while the three and two-night cruises are confined to the canal and run only in April and October. And for those who want to extend their stay in this gorgeous region there are hotel packages available
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The Pros And Cons Of Exploring The British Isles On A Cruise
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The British Isles aren’t the first place you think of when planning a cruise but, although there are a few reasons why this is the case, there are also lots of reasons why cruising around the British Isles is a great idea. The UK and its islands have some of the most diverse scenery and the most varied coastlines you’ll ever see, and what better way to experience it than from the sea and the waterways? If you’re new to the UK, this is a great way to get an overview of the landscape. If you already live here, it’s the perfect way to see your own country through an entirely new lens. As with anything, there’s good and bad to be said about this. Here’s my take on the pros and cons of cruising around the British Isles.
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Pro: Experience The UK Coastline From A Whole New Perspective
With its stunning headlands, bays, peninsulas, and islands, the UK has a whole world of varied views and experiences to enjoy. You won’t find a better way to take in more of this stunning scenery than from the water, and even if you know the UK well, you’ll never see it quite like this. On a cruise, you’ll experience the UK and its islands from outside of it, rather than from being within it, and the perspective this gives you on a country is unique. The rugged cliffs, the sandy beaches, the harbors and ports, will all give you a view of island life you haven’t witnessed before. This makes cruising around the UK an entirely different kind of trip, and a new experience.
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Con: British Weather Is Unpredictable
There’s no doubt that the British weather can be an issue. Everyone knows Brits go on about the weather a lot, but that’s because it alters so much. The changeable nature of it makes it difficult to know what to pack and you can end up taking something for every season. It’s certainly not simple and you might end up with bulging luggage. Fortunately, there are no luggage restrictions on a cruise so you can pack as much as you need to cover clothing for all eventualities. There are also lots of indoor activities to take part in on a cruise ship if the weather isn’t great while traveling between destinations; a spa treatment, taking part in a Zumba class, a wine tasting session, or hitting the casino. You’re likely to catch some rain on deck, but you can still have fun below.
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Pro: Spotting Coastal Wildlife
The coastal seas of the UK attract some wonderful marine life. You can look out for Minke whales off the West Coast of Scotland and over the Irish Sea, and bottlenose dolphins near Land’s End in Cornwall. Or you can spot Harbor porpoise near the North Coast of Wales . Gray seals are also common around UK waters. On the Cornish Coast, you may even be lucky enough to see a basking shark. The UK also has a rich seabird population, affording you the opportunity to view birds you wouldn’t normally get the chance to see. Cruise ships put you right in the middle of the action and give you a much better chance of spotting something unusual. The balcony rooms on Princess Cruises give you the perfect place to keep watch from.
Pro: UK Cruises Are Often Specialist And Themed
You’ll find that cruise ships journeying the British Isles are offering something a little bit different. For example, Ambassador Cruises is running a special Jubilee Cruise in honor of the Queen’s Jubilee this year. This gives you the chance to experience something you’ll never again get the chance to experience, making it completely unique. Guests get to be part of a specially-designed itinerary in celebration of the Queen’s 70th year on the throne. Those onboard the ship, Ambience , will not only enjoy a range of destinations, but will also be joined by royal historians Dicky Arbiter and Penny Junor, who will be mingling and sharing stories about the Queen with first-hand accounts of what she is like.
Con: Specialist Cruises Are Often Not Repeated
With the Queen only celebrating her Platinum Jubilee once, this will be the only time to join this cruise. You have one opportunity only to enjoy the story of her reign and the country she is the queen of, in this unusual way. This particular cruise sets sail in May of this year. And it won’t happen again. This is great if you manage to book a place — you’ll experience something totally unique — but if you don’t, you’ve missed it forever. There’s something to be said for cruise ships that offer a uniform experience, you always know what you’re getting so you know what to expect and you won’t miss out. On the other hand, one-off trips that can’t be replicated have their own charm and give you something you won’t forget.
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Pro: The Waterways Are Quiet
Cruising on the UK Coastline definitely beats being stuck in a traffic jam on the motorway. If you’re exploring the UK by road, you’ll soon find out how busy it gets, how frustrating it can be being stuck in jams, and how inconvenient it can be having to find motorway services. Even trains can be busy, delayed, and sometimes not running at all. On a cruise ship, you won’t have any of those concerns. From the moment you board, everything is right there at your disposal, and you don’t have to worry about where to eat, where the facilities can be found, and whether your transport is running on time. Your ship is your transport, your hotel, your restaurants, and your entertainment, all in one. And you can do it all in peace and calm. Especially in the UK, you’ll find cruising is quiet and less busy than any other form of transportation.
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Pro: UK Cruises Can Go Where Liners Can’t Go
Specialized and local cruises, like the ones run by Hebridean Adventures , take place on a small converted fishing boat. Cruising on a boat like the MV Monadhliath means you can visit remote and quiet sea lochs that are miles from any roads, and also where larger ships cannot enter. Because UK cruises aren’t traveling through large portions of the ocean, you get to see the tucked away bits of the coastline and you can cruise into waterways and lakes. I recommend taking along a copy of Amelia Dalton’s book, Mistress and Commander , her story of how she converted an Arctic fishing boat and ran cruises around the remote Scottish Islands. If you want an adventure, a Hebridean cruise is the perfect way to experience the seas and islands.
Con: You Won’t Get Sandy Beaches And Sunbathing
If you like cruising, but you usually take cruises around the Caribbean or the Mediterranean , this one will be a little different. If you love sunbathing on deck and dipping in the pool while the sun beats down above you, be prepared, you won’t get that on a UK cruise. Well, you might, as the weather is unpredictable, but by no means guaranteed. However, if you think you’ll miss out on sandy beaches altogether, you’d be wrong. Some itineraries visit Scotland’s most pristine and largely empty, sandy beaches complete with sand dunes and turquoise water. And the Channel Islands like Guernsey certainly offer stunning beaches and, quite often, sunny weather.
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Pro: It’s A More Intimate Experience
Cruise ships traveling around the British Isles and river cruise boats in particular, are smaller than regular cruise ships, so cruising feels more intimate. English Holiday Cruises take passengers along some of Britain’s most beautiful waterways where life runs at a slower pace. While they do have the largest boat hotel in the UK, The Edward Elgar, even this one is small and cozy. It has just 11 cabins, so you can really get to know the other guests onboard if you want to. It’s a bit like a floating boutique hotel, with a generous dining room and a compact little bar. If you like the idea of cruising, but also like your getaways to be quiet, this could be the perfect choice.
Con: It’s Not Foreign Travel
It really depends what you’re looking for from your cruise and from your trip, but it has to be said that cruising the British Isles isn’t exactly exotic. As mentioned before, the sun and cocktails on the beach might be in short supply and if you want a “foreign” holiday, this might not be what you’re looking for. However, cruising the British Isles will introduce you to places in the UK and its islands that you wouldn’t normally see. If you’re traveling to the UK from another country for a vacation and taking the cruise while you’re here, you’ll get to see a lot more of the country than you would by staying in one place.
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Six of the best British Isles cruises
From cruises on ultra-luxury yachts to traditional ships, our picks of the best round-britain itineraries..
Editor’s note: After over a year of waiting, cruise lines are finally resuming operations with a mini-season of ex-UK itineraries around the British Isles being unveiled. You can see a list of 2021 coastal sailings and British Isles cruises here .
One of the great benefits of an ex–UK cruises – that is, a cruise that departs from a British port – is the ease in which you’re able to board. With no airport queues, no long waits in departure lounges or luggage restrictions, it’s just a case of getting to the port, unpacking and enjoying the holiday. Although some of these cruises head on epic voyages across the world, we’ve focused our attention on cruises that call at British ports, often with a stop or two in the Republic of Ireland.
Nigel Blanks, managing director of Saga Cruises, has recently suggested that, before restrictions on international cruises lift, the line will consider running itineraries around Britain “with and without ports of call” in 2020, “taking in sights such as the Jurassic coast-line, the puffins on Staffa and Giant’s Causeway to name but a few.”
With details of these types of cruises yet to be ironed out, we’ve picked six British Isles cruises for 2021 and 2022 – while Hurtigruten’s upcoming mini-cruises are also worth a mention .
This 14-night Springtime in the British Isles cruise heads from Greenwich to Edinburgh on board the luxury expedition yacht Crystal Endeavor , which carries just 200 guests and will be more often found exploring polar regions. Departing May 25, 2022, highlights include navigating the Isles of Scilly, the isolated St Kilda archipelago and exploring the beauty of the Scottish Highlands and Shetlands – plus an overnight in Edinburgh. This being Crystal, it’s not cheap: prices start from £10,619pp for 14 nights in a deluxe suite with veranda with all meals and drinks, most excursions, port taxes and gratuities.
Another luxurious option, this time on Silversea’s 294-guest Silver Spirit . The ship departs from and returns to Tower Bridge, docking next to HMS Belfast , making for an unforgettable beginning and end to the journey. As well as two overnights in London, the cruise takes in the pretty harbour town of St Peter Port, Guernsey; Fort William, flanked by the UK’s tallest mountain, Ben Nevis, on one side and Loch Linnae on the other; as well as the Isle of Lunga, the largest island in the Treshnish archipelago, which lies west of the Isle of Mull. The cruise lasts 14 days and fares start from £6,930pp for a twin share room.
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Targeting the traditional over 50s British cruise customer, Cruise & Maritime Voyages has made a name for itself by utilising ports across the country. While the overwhelming majority of ex-UK cruises depart from Southampton, CMV regularly sails from Liverpool, Hull, Newcastle, Bristol, as well as its homeport in Tilbury. Its newest ship, Amy Johnson will sail from the Essex port on July 12, 2021 on a round-trip Grand British Isles Discovery calling at the likes of Lerwick in the Shetland Isles and Kirkwall in the Orkney Isles. The 10-night itinerary also includes a brief sojourn to France, with a stop at Honfleur. Prices start at £1,019pp for a superior twin inner room.
Occupying the same space in the market as Cruise & Maritime Voyages, Fred Olsen Cruise Lines also makes fine use of Britain’s overlooked ports. Departing on July 29, 2021, this cruise on the 804-guest Black Watch heads from (and returns to) Liverpool , sailing out the city’s historic port. The cruise takes in Tarbert and Fort William, Scotland, where there is also a cruise of Loch Linnhe – as well as Stornoway, where there is scenic cruise by Bac Mòr, one of the Treshnish Isles, sometimes known as the Dutchman’s Cap. The cruise lasts five nights and fares start from £799pp for an inside cabin.
Hurtigruten tends to stay away from the word ‘cruise’; it’s true it offers something a little different to other options on this list. The operator started out delivering mail and transporting people across the west coast of Norway in the 1890s, but has since branched out to expedition voyages. On May 2, 2021, the 335-guest Spitsbergen will depart from Greenock (Glasgow) , and take in the islands of Arran, Islay, Mull, St Kilda and more over 10 nights. The price is from £2,384pp for an inside cabin and includes drinks with lunch and dinner, selected excursions and wi-fi.
Regent Seven Seas has a British Isles cruise with a good focus on cities, as well as a trip to the Republic of Ireland. The 12-night roundtrip voyage on the incredibly luxurious Seven Seas Splendor departs from Southampton on May 20 2021 . The cruise calls at Edinburgh (New Haven), Kirkwall, Portree, Glasgow (Greenock), Liverpool, Dublin, Belfast, Holyhead, Waterford and Portland before returning to Southampton. Fare are from £8,859pp for a double suite with veranda and include all shore excursions, unlimited wi-fi throughout the ship, unlimited beverages, including fine wines and spirits, transfers between airport and ship, if needed, and free pre-paid gratuities.
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Just back from our first cruise and can thoroughly recommend this company for a gentle canal or river cruise in the Cotswolds.
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The Edward Elgar Hotel Boat
The Edward Elgar is the largest capacity inland hotel boat in the UK. She has stairs much like you would find in your home with railings and full head height throughout. Comfort is a priority on board with quality seating, mattresses and furnishings. The entire boat also has climate control for air conditioning and heating.
This page has all the information you need to discover what a cruise on board is like including the facilities, access, service and food.
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Twin Cabins
Included on all cruises
We try to make sure as much as possible is included in our cruise fee.
All meals featuring traditional English food
House pour wines, beers, spirits, and soft drinks., tea & coffee at all times, daily afternoon cake, live entertainment, games and quizzes, daily tour or excursion, with creature comforts, comfortable beds.
Quality mattresses and mattress toppers. Plump pillows, duvets and extra blankets for a good night's sleep.
En-Suite Facilities
Every cabin is en-suite with shower, washbasin and w.c.
A Window in Every Cabin
Our windows don't open for safety reasons, but we have a highly effective ventilation system on board to make you comfortable.
Peaceful Nights
Our advanced battery and inverter system means we don't need to run generators at night, keeping the boat perfectly quiet.
Comfy Saloon
Plush dining chairs, seats and sofas in our saloon help you to relax whilst looking out of our extra large viewing windows.
A variety of wines, beers, soft drinks and spirits are served from the bow bar. Most drinks are included. You can run a tab during your stay and pay by card for premium drinks.
Upper Viewing Deck
The best seats in the house! Being 15 feet above the water, our passengers spend most cruising time up here on fair weather days.
Live in Crew
Our live in crew are on hand to look after your every need, to guide you to each excursion and to point out interesting places along the river.
The Edward Elgar cruises along at a gentle pace, losing only 5 hours of cruising time (on one occasion) as a result of on-board breakdown in the last ten years.
Our Passengers Say It best...
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Comfort on Board
Recommending to friends and taking multiple cruises! These passengers love the comfort offered on board.
Traditional English food, done right.
Sociable Atmosphere
There is a unique atmosphere on the Edward Elgar. These passengers talk about their experiences.
Our crew look after everything, and these passengers really appreciated it.
Great Service
& no hidden costs, food, drink & special diets.
Our chef cooks up three freshly-prepared meals every day featuring traditional English food you know and love. Tea and coffee is complementary and wine, beer, house pour spirits and soft drinks are available free of charge . If you have a special diet then just let us know at the time of booking and we will be ready to accommodate your needs, you only need to tell us once!
Accessibility Guarantee
All of our moorings are either within a 400m walk of the daily excursion or we lay on transport free of charge. We have been assessed by Visit England to be suitable for elderly guests who can still manage stairs unaided. Complete access guidance is available below. Please note some tour destinations are historic buildings which are less accessible. See our Access guidance area for more details.
Optional Tours & Excursions
The boat is your home from home whilst you are with us. Our excursions are at no extra charge so if you don't feel like going along, then just collect a cup of tea and a book and find yourself a seat by the window to relax the day away. You don't have to attend any excursion if you don't want to.
WiFi & Entertainment
Every cabin gets access to our on-board WiFi which is available throughout the boat when we are in a good signal area! Every cruise also features at least one night of live entertainment as well as deck games and quizzes.
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Freshly made, food aboard, sample menu.
French Toast with cinnamon served with Parma ham and slowly roasted tomatoes.
Toast, cereals, juices & coffee or tea
Homemade Scotch Egg served with a runny yolk, salad and celeriac coleslaw.
Apricot fool.
Afternoon Tea
Homemade carrot cake.
Evening Meal
Cotswold gin-cured Salmon with fennel and orange.
Braised beef in Gloucester brewery dockside dark beer served with mashed potatoes and caraway carrots.
Treacle tart.
A selection of local cheeses served with biscuits.
4 Star Hotel Boat - Visit England Quality Assessments
The Edward Elgar has regular assessments by Visit England and has retained a four star rating for more than ten years.
2023 Assessment
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2020 Assessment
An assessment was not conducted on board in 2020 due to the covid-19 pandemic. Improvements made for Covid safety are noted in the 2021 report above.
2019 Assessment
Access Guidance
Further infomation on access is available on our access guidance page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do i have to pay and when.
Secure your booking with a 20% per cabin deposit. Balance payments must be paid in full 90 days before the cruise is due to depart.
I'm a single traveller. Do you have single cabins and single rates?
Yes. The Edward Elgar and Deborah only musthave twin cabins on board, but we do have single rates available on all cruises. Please note that to make a single booking, you will need to do so by phone by calling us on 01452 410411 as single bookings cannot be booked online.
All our scheduled cruises will have at least one cabin available at a single rate. Cruises departing in April and October will have two single-rate cabins on every sailing.
Is there parking & is it secure?
Yes. We have on-site parking at the boarding point in Gloucester which is covered, locked and has CCTV.
Parking is £7 per night on our standard package and included in the "Plus" package.
I have reduced mobility, is this suitable for me?
We have been inspected by VisitEngland and received an M1 mobility rating. This means we are considered to be suitable for older and less agile guests with sufficient mobility to climb a flight of steps but who would benefit from fixtures and fittings to aid balance. If you would like a full copy of our access guidance then you can find it here .
Do you allow children?
Our holidays are designed to be completely laid back and relaxed. We do not usually allow bookings with children as it is an adult only setting. However, if you charter the vessel in full for Christmas cruises, we do allow children but we ask that children are a minimum of 7 years old for safety reasons.
Do I need travel insurance cover?
Yes. It is very important in case you have to cancel unexpectedly. We do not sell travel insurance but we will provide you with details of travel insurance providers that can arrange suitable cover for one of our cruises. You can use any insurer and we don't insist you use our partner insurer. It is important you purchase coverage as soon as you have booked your holiday. Having travel insurance is a condition of travel with English Holiday Cruises. Here is the link to our partner insurer, Just Travel Cover .
What happens if I need to cancel? What are your terms of booking?
Please make sure you have familiarised yourself and everyone in your party with our terms of booking and cancellation policy .
I have already made a booking. Where can I get the boarding pack information?
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48 reviews. 48 helpful votes. 4. Re: English Holiday Cruises. 8 years ago. We have just returned from a 6 night cruise with English Holiday Cruises and have to say it was better than we could have expected.All cruises start from Gloucester docks and take in various historic ports and sights along the way depending on which cruise you chose ...
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English Holiday Cruises is a family-run firm launched in 2004 and currently has one ship, Edward Elgar, a charming cream-coloured vessel with maroon trim and a vintage look.
NEW: THE CLASSIC SEVERN CRUISE. From £1,850pp. 6 nights with dates available during May to September. Launching in 2023, The Classic Severn Cruise takes in all the riverside highlights our passengers have enjoyed since English Holiday Cruises began in 2005 as well as a new destination in the Cotswolds on a six-night itinerary.
At just 88ft, with only 11 double cabins, the 3 deck Edward Elgar was purpose-built for English Holiday Cruises to sail the River Severn and Gloucester Sharpness Canal and has been certified a four-star hotel boat by Visit England. There's a cosy bar, a lounge that doubles as a dining room and an open deck for taking in the views as you glide ...
Pro: It's A More Intimate Experience. Cruise ships traveling around the British Isles and river cruise boats in particular, are smaller than regular cruise ships, so cruising feels more intimate. English Holiday Cruises take passengers along some of Britain's most beautiful waterways where life runs at a slower pace.
At just 88ft, with only 11 double cabins, the 3 deck Edward Elgar was purpose-built for English Holiday Cruises to sail the River Severn and Gloucester Sharpness Canal and has been certified a four-star hotel boat by Visit England. There's the cosy bar, a lounge that doubles as a dining room and an open deck for taking in the views as you ...
112 reviews. 51 helpful votes. 13. Re: English Holiday Cruises. 6 years ago. It was a process trying to find out what people thought who had taken this cruise, but it was something I was looking for when I visit England next year so found the website, got a nice brochure in the mail and booked.
On May 2, 2021, the 335-guest Spitsbergen will depart from Greenock (Glasgow), and take in the islands of Arran, Islay, Mull, St Kilda and more over 10 nights. The price is from £2,384pp for an inside cabin and includes drinks with lunch and dinner, selected excursions and wi-fi. Regent Seven Seas has a British Isles cruise with a good focus ...
The top-of-mind December cruises are likely to be those that call upon European Christmas markets in the weeks leading up to December 25. There are numerous river cruises dedicated to exploring ...
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English Holiday Cruises, Gloucester, Gloucestershire. 569 likes · 3 talking about this · 14 were here. English Holiday Cruises provide river cruise holidays on the River Severn and River Seine.
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