River Avon Cruise from Pulteney Weir

About

An hour-long return cruise up the wooded Avon valley from the pontoon right below Pulteney Bridge, run by Pulteney Cruisers, the longest-established boat operator in the city. The route heads upstream towards Bathampton village past herons, canal boats and the backs of the Georgian terraces, with live commentary; note the boats can no longer stop at Bathampton itself following jetty safety concerns, so it is a round trip. No pre-booking for individuals: check the green board at the weir for the day's sailings (weather and river conditions apply), jump aboard and pay on the boat. In 2026 adults were £15, children five to fifteen £5, under-fives free, with an afternoon tea option bookable on top.

Highlights

• ✓Departs from the pontoon directly below Pulteney Bridge
• ✓The wooded Avon valley towards Bathampton
• ✓Live commentary from Bath's longest-established boat operator
• ✓Turn-up-and-go: no pre-booking for individuals

Tips

• →Sailings depend on river level and weather; the green board at Pulteney Weir shows whether boats are running.
• →Weekday departures roughly every 80 minutes from 10:00; more frequent at weekends.
• →It is a round trip; the Bathampton stop is no longer possible.

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