Pennine Cruisers

Pennine Cruisers Pennine Cruisers provides everything that is needed and whether you are an absolute beginner or an experienced boater you will find it at Pennine Cruisers.

Narrow boat breaks | Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales | Skipton

Booking essential - Please ring the office to book your space 01756 795478. Pennine Cruisers, a family run company consisting of Ian Clarke, wife Pamela and daughter Zoe is based in Skipton, North Yorkshire; "Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales," and situated on the beautiful Leeds and Liverpool canal. Ian alone has over 35 years experience so there is not a ripple on this stretch of water way that they do not know. Starting with their 30 minute accompanied canal trips running on the Leeds Liverpool Canal and part way up the historic Springs Branch. Pennine Cruisers also have six Day Boats for which no previous experience is required as, following your boat handling instruction, you will be able to head off on your day out with total confidence. Canal life is addictive and so the next step is a short break, holiday or extended holiday on board a narrow boat. Once again no previous experience is required as the full boat handling instruction and lock instruction is provided by Pennine Cruisers. Full lockside instruction is given to all our holiday boaters to ensure that hirers are confident in the operation of locks and know how to operate them safely so they can enjoy all aspects of their holiday. What could be better than sailing slowly along this picturesque waterway, stopping off at one of the many waterside inns, but knowing that you are never more than a few yards from dry land! So contact Pennine Cruisers for a range of hire options for boating holidays….. just perfect! Here at Pennine Cruisers we cater for everyone so if you own a boat yourself we can also offer you wide selection of services, everything from a bottle of gas or bag of coal through to a new build narrow boat.

We thought it was to early but now we have been asked a couple of times.....🎅Santa is coming back🎅After our very popular...
09/09/2026

We thought it was to early but now we have been asked a couple of times.....

🎅Santa is coming back🎅

After our very popular 2025 christmas season, Santa is booked and ready for our 2026 christmas sails!!

All sails are pre-bookable for up to 12 guests!!

Yes we're early but you have to be to have the best experience!!

❌Please note Sunday 20th Dec trips are 1.30pm and 3pm❌

School are back which means our Tom and Leo trips will be quieter!Tom is still pre bookable around our exclusive hires!O...
08/09/2026

School are back which means our Tom and Leo trips will be quieter!

Tom is still pre bookable around our exclusive hires!

Our website and social platforms are upto date with times but were at the end of the phone of thats easier 📞

📞01756 795478

Hope hes enjoying his sail down the canal!
05/09/2026

Hope hes enjoying his sail down the canal!

All aboard! 🦆

Our woolly friend has swapped Skipton’s streets for the canal and is enjoying a day out with Pennine Cruisers! ☀️

With the Leeds & Liverpool Canal running right through Skipton, we couldn’t have a Woolly Sheep Trail without sending one member of the flock out for a little cruise. 🐑

🗺️ Pick up your FREE Woolly Sheep Trail map from Craven Court Skipton
and see how many of our woolly friends you can find around Skipton! Once you’ve completed your trail sheet, make sure to post it back into the collection and see how many of our woolly friends you can find around Skipton! Once you’ve completed your trail sheet, make sure to post it back into the collection box in Craven Court Skipton

🐑💚 And don’t forget, our Woolly Sheep Trail flock will be looking for new homes at the end of the trail! Bidding is now LIVE in the online silent auction until 27th September, raising funds for Spirit of Endeavour

Skipton BID

Looking forward to a wander round the market this weekend?Why not come for a canal sail while your here!! Drinks and Sna...
04/09/2026

Looking forward to a wander round the market this weekend?

Why not come for a canal sail while your here!! Drinks and Snacks are welcome onboard all Tom trips!

Bank Holiday means business as usual!Tom 1hour Trips 11.30am 1pm 2.30pm Pre-bookable in the shop or call to secure your ...
31/08/2026

Bank Holiday means business as usual!

Tom 1hour Trips
11.30am 1pm 2.30pm
Pre-bookable in the shop or call to secure your space.

Leo and Sam 30minute Trips
Starting at 10.30am
Cash and Card accepted onboard by both skippers.

⭐RARE AVAILABILITY⭐Due to a change in circumstance, we now have 1x 10 person boat available to hire on Sunday 30th Augus...
28/08/2026

⭐RARE AVAILABILITY⭐

Due to a change in circumstance, we now have 1x 10 person boat available to hire on Sunday 30th August!

This is our only large boat, weekend availability until October!

Grab your friends, family and a picnic and enjoy a day together!

We are open from 9.30am on Saturday or it is available online!!

We have one 4 person boat on Friday!This is a rare opportunity if your looking for a smaller boat for just a couple of p...
25/08/2026

We have one 4 person boat on Friday!

This is a rare opportunity if your looking for a smaller boat for just a couple of people!

Bookable online or our office is open from 9.30am tomorrow!

Be quick!!

🛟 Happy Monday 🛟Looking for something to finish off the summer holidays?We have one 10 person day boat available most da...
24/08/2026

🛟 Happy Monday 🛟

Looking for something to finish off the summer holidays?

We have one 10 person day boat available most days!

Dusk availability from 5.15pm to around 8pm on both sized boats, dusk hire finishes on Monday 14th September for Winter.

Call or book via the website for your next boating day out!

Everyone loves a souvenir from their holiday or maybe their home town!!We have a new selection of tea towels at £7.99 ea...
22/08/2026

Everyone loves a souvenir from their holiday or maybe their home town!!

We have a new selection of tea towels at £7.99 each!
All unique in pictures whether its boating or scenery, something we always have stock of is tea towels and magnets throughout the year! Pop in before you leave!

20/08/2026

Say hello to our exclusive hire wide beam canal boat Tom!

The perfect place for a family gathering, intimate lunch or celebration!

Tom can be hired for up to 6hours with a maximum of 12 guests for any occasion!

We can take the pressure off and cater for your requirements, every booking includes complimentary tea and coffee along with a beautiful view!

Why not call the office to plan for your luxurious event!

Address

19 Coach Street
Skipton
BD231LH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

01756 795478

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