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Skipton: 1-Hour Canal Cruise

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Skipton: 1-Hour Canal Cruise
4.3786407 out of 5 stars
4.4
4.3786407 out of 5 stars
515 reviews
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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.

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Duration 1 hour
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K
Karen – United Kingdom

Absolutely perfect - wonderful experience particularly for our guest from Malaysia

K
Katherine – United Kingdom

The driver guide was full of information and humour.

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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

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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.

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  • 1-hour boat tour
  • Cruise commentary by comedian Dave Spikey
  • Food and drinks

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  • Wheelchair users

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

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  • 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
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Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 515 reviews

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

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Karen – United KingdomMay 31, 2025 – Verified booking
Absolutely perfect - wonderful experience particularly for our guest from Malaysia
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Katherine – United KingdomMay 22, 2025 – Verified booking
The driver guide was full of information and humour.
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Colin – United KingdomApril 16, 2025 – Verified booking
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.

Product ID: 352281

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