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Welcome to
Yoredale Scenic Cruises

Yoredale Scenic Cruises is a family run business offering a variety of friendly, relaxing river cruises on the River Ure.

We have a selection of trips available from one hour up to four hours long. Trips can run to Ripon or Boroughbridge depending on your choice of cruise.

Each boat has a capacity to carry 12 adults and 4 children, the boats can be hired individually or as a pair for larger parties.

Millie has kitchen facilities with hot water plus a stove, a toilet and lighting and is therefore the boat that is used for longer trips. We can also offer catering if required.

We are now also offering self hire on Millie for family parties, with instruction on boat handling and lock management at the start of your hire to ensure that you have an enjoyable stress free trip.

These trips are very popular with Scout Groups, School Parties, Camera Clubs etc.

On the cruise you will pass through various locks and have the opportunity to spot Kingfishers, Otters, Herons and other wildlife along the way.

The boats are easily accessible with wide steps and a hand rail at the entrance. For comfort, individual seats are available.

The boats have qualified staff who are emergency first aid trained, buoyancy rings and life jackets which are optional.

Mobile phones and first aid kits are carried on each trip.

NEW FOR 2026 SEASON

We are proud to be collecting for our nominated Charity for 2026 –  Prostate Cancer UK

Collection tins will be available on board both boats.

Please help us support this fantastic charity

Prostate Cancer UK –  pin badges and information leaflets will be available onboard

Many Thanks

Simon

SEASONAL STAFF VACANCY
 
Yoredale Scenic Cruises based at the beautiful Newby Hall estate in Ripon are looking for seasonal staff to help run boat cruises up and down the river from May until October 2026.
Full training and uniform will be provided, hours are 10.30am until 4.30pm .
For more information please contact – Simon 07583487788