Crusader Community Boating - River Nene

The Cruise on our wonderful boat Community Spirit, leaving from Beckets Park will entail a narrative of the historic events in the local area as well as details of buildings and famous people from Northamptonshire. An opportunity to see the River Nene from a different angle than looking from the bankside. A chance to see the wildlife that inhabits the river.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

1000-1200 & 1300-1500

Sunday 20 September:

1000-1200 & 1300-1500

Location & directions

The Promenade, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5NG

Directions:

Becketts Park has restricted vehicle access to boarding point. Multi-Storey car park opposite park entrance should be used. There is no charge for parking. Passengers with restricted mobility can be dropped off at the riverside but ALL vehicles must use the Multi-Storey car park. There is no charge for parking This tour will take place on a specially built disabled access passenger trip boat.

Contact on day:

Details provided on Booking Form

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking required

Booking conditions:

Via the Heritage website or by emailing [email protected]

Booking contact name:

Julie Colman

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking opens:

01 Aug 2026 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

18 Sep 2026 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

Wheelchair users to be prompt and ready at the access point by the lock in Beckets Park

Additional information

Limited spaces available this year due to low water in 2025 resulting in the trip being cancelled for the weekend. Bookings from last year will be given first refusal.

Max number of people:

35

Estimated duration:

2 hour(s)

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