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Trips aboard the John Pinkerton II and Kitty

Boat Trips

Kitty started public boat trips this year on Saturday 9th April with trips at 11am, 1pm and 2.45pm. John Pinkerton II started public boat trips at 2pm on the 1st May. There are several theme trips also planned. Charter trips on both boats so far booked are shown in the list of Scheduled Trips & Events. If you would like to charter on a day without a trip shown, please contact us at https://basingstoke-canal.org.uk or phone the Booking Team on 01256 765889 (10am - 8pm). Cruising in the peaceful surroundings of the Basingstoke Canal is a great way to relax. You can charter the whole boat for exclusive use by family, friends or work colleagues

Theme Trips - Special cruises from Colt Hill Wharf in Odiham

Thurs 20th May. 7pm-9.30pm: Darling Divas –

introducing singer Emma Carver. Special evening cruise with fish & chips supper at departure. A 2½ hour cruise, the direction to be determined by the skipper. Recommended for adults only. Fish & chips is included in the ticket price of £27.50

Tues 21st June. 4.00am to 6.30am: Midsummer morning dawn canal cruise with continental

breakfast. This is the first time we have run this “bucket list” adventure. An opportunity to see the sunrise on midsummer’s day 2022. Departing at 04:00, we head eastwards to catch the first glimpse of the sun at dawn. Sunrise is at 04:48. A 2½ hour cruise, turning around near The Barley Mow before heading back to Colt Hill wharf. A chance to see a variety of wildlife too, so bring your cameras and binoculars. Continental Breakfast will be served on the return trip (e.g. fruit juice, coffee, croissants) which is included in the ticket price. If you have special dietary requirements, please note when booking, or contact the Booking Team. jpbookings@basingstoke-canal.org.uk . Price £15.00

Fri 24th June: 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm: Dom Hall Jazz Quartet. Special evening cruise with fish & chips supper at departure.

A 2½ hour cruise, the direction to be determined by the skipper. Recommended for adults only. Fish & chips is included in the ticket price of £27.50.

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Fri 8th July. 7:00pm - 9:30pm: A special evening cruise with a selection

of Italian foods and a glass of prosecco. The ticket price includes a mouth watering selection of delicious food from Italy and a glass of Prosecco for you to savour, whilst enjoying the delightful scenery of the Basingstoke Canal. A 2½ hour cruise, taking you westwards to Greywell and King John’s Castle where you can get off to stretch your legs while the boat turns. Recommended for adults only. Price £25.00.

Fri 22nd July. 7:00 pm - 9:30: Sea Shanties- A musical cruise with “Gale Force 8” with a fish

and chip supper. An evening cruise on the Basingstoke Canal. Fish and chips will be served on departure and the galley is open all evening to purchase hot and cold drinks from our extensive range of wines, beers etc. Price £20.00.

Thurs 11th Aug. 2pm – 4.30pm: An afternoon cruise with crafts and activities for children

A family friendly trip including crafts and activities aimed at ages 5-10 years. Come dressed in your finest royal costumes. Make a crown or maybe a sword. Colour and stick all the way to King John’s castle ruins. An opportunity to let off steam while the boat turns round for the homeward journey. Look out for the lift bridge, swans, ducks and other wildlife along the way. The galley is open for hot and cold drinks and snacks for the duration of the trip. Feel free to bring your own picnic too. Price: £6 Child - £10 Adult

Fri 9th Sept. 7.00 – 9.30pm: A special evening cruise to the Sounds of ABBA with a Fish and

Chip supper. Emma & Jenny bring you a fabulous evening of all your favourite ABBA Hits with live harmonies and most importantly a whole lot of fun! Fish and chips is included in the ticket price and our galley is stocked with a wide selection of ales, wine, soft drinks and hot drinks for you to purchase throughout the cruise. Price £27.50.

Thurs 15th Sept 11.30 – 12.45 or 2.00-3.15pm Cruise and ramble, ramble and cruise or cruise

return with ploughman’s lunch. Enjoy an autumn day along the canal. The trip starts and ends at Colt Hill wharf. Walk and ride back or ride and walk back. If you just want to enjoy cruising through nature, then a return ticket is available. A ploughman’s lunch is included in the ticket price and available for all options. Price: Cruise & Ramble/Ramble & Cruise £12.50 or Cruise both ways £15.00.