Enjoy this 1-hour guided tour on part of England's longest canal in Skipton. Soak up the finest countryside views you can get without moving your feet. Delight in the fun and informative onboard commentary from award-winning comedian, Dave Spikey.

About this activity

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Duration 1 hour: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Colin – United Kingdom

The whole trip was superb. The facilities were excellent on the barge as was the commentary Also, the allocated seating on the barge is an excellent idea.

Martin – United Kingdom

Very pleasant hour spent on the boat accompanied by a humorous and informative commentary. Friendly and helpful staff, good views along the way with drinks and snacks available if required.

Highlights

Explore part of England's longest canal
Enjoy entertaining commentary by award-winning comedian Dave Spikey
Admire stunning countryside views, ideal for photography fans

Full description

Welcome aboard the best 60 minutes of historic escapism you can find in Skipton. Enjoy a lively canal trip that proves you don't have to let planning or nasty weather get in the way of a good time. Keep your camera ready to capture the picturesque countryside scenery.

Your guide for the canal tour is award-winning comedian Dave Spikey of “Phoenix Nights” and “8 out of 10 Cats” fame. With his characteristic Northern patter, Dave takes you on a whistle-stop tour of Skipton and shares canal history that’s refreshingly different from your average commentary.

Above the jokes and laughter, hear points of interest and fascinating stories of how the Leeds and Liverpool Canal delivered the lifeblood of the Industrial Revolution through Yorkshire. Food and drink are available onboard too for a fun twist on your lunchtime break.

Includes

1-hour boat tour
Cruise commentary by comedian Dave Spikey

Food and drinks

Not suitable for

Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts.

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Important information

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

Dogs are welcome with a voluntary donation to the RNLI charity box
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the activity starts
Please collect your boarding pass from the office before departure

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 508 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.7/5
Transportation
4.6/5
Value for money
4.5/5

Customer photos

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Pros - Grear trip. Great staff who helped aged, less mobile relation board and disembark. Cons - Shorter passengers had trouble seeing out of windows. Commentary was hard to hear over passenger chatter.

Skipton: 1-Hour Canal Cruise