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We're sorry but we are fully booked with private charters and have no Sightseeing Cruise availability. We hope to return to normal service later in the year. When we reopen we will ensure you enjoy the charm and beauty of historic Shakespeare's hometown with Bancroft Cruisers, Stratford upon Avon's only sightseeing river trip with a live tour guide.

Sit back and relax as you enjoy the glorious Warwickshire countryside from the comfort of our heated cruiser. From one hour walk-on sightseeing cruises to private event charters, we provide a fantastic river experience - complete with expert guides and delicious food. We're always pretty busy so please check the website home page for sightseeing cruise availability.
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Visit Bancroft Cruisers for friendly tour guides, a relaxing atmosphere, a complete range of cruise packages & a great selection of Gift Vouchers. We're a family business offering the best sightseeing cruises in Stratford upon Avon! Funny & informative crew perform a live commentary. Wonderful Afternoon & Traditional Cream Teas onboard.
Our relaxing sightseeing experience is the tranquil way to discover Shakespeare's Avon. Bancroft Cruiser's friendly onboard guides are renowned for bringing the past to life - engaging passengers of all ages with their encyclopaedic and unusual knowledge of local history. Sightseeing Cruises last 45 minutes or one-hour and depart from the landing stage at the Crowne Plaza hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon.
From private guided tours to weddings, birthdays and corporate events, we help you organise a special day or evening out. Whether you are looking for a picnic lunch, cream tea, fully catered meal or a barbeque at a picturesque location, we will create a customised package to meet your needs. Be it a wedding with a celebrant, birthday or just an opportunity to enjoy the wonderful Warwickshire scenery, we make sure your event is one to remember.
From celebrant wedding & corporate client charters with hospitality, to team building, networking, office nights out or more formal occasions, we provide everything you need for a special event. Offering elegance, exclusivity and personal service, we create customised packages - complete with a meal, fully licensed bar, BBQs, canap receptions or buffets.
Looking to give your clients the perfect Stratford experience? Our group travel charters are the ideal way to explore Shakespeare Country from the river - complete with expert guides and an array of catering options from cream teas & lunches to suppers & BBQs. Whether you are looking for a 45 minute or 1 hour sightseeing tour or a bespoke day or evening excursion, we create a package to suit you.
Reviews (6)
Jaspreet Kaur
Jaspreet Kaur
Nov 18, 2021
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We used Bancroft River Cruises for the scattering of my grandmothers ashes. Myself and all of the family cannot fault the service and Fionas knowledge of different faiths and cultures. The boat was very clean and the masala chai was enjoyed by all. Thank you to all of the team.
Nav Chouhan
Nav Chouhan
Apr 19, 2021
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We used Bancroft to facilitate the scattering of my fathers ashes. I have to say the team were fantastic prior to and during the event itself. The knowledge of the sikh culture was amazing. Thank you for making it painless as possible. Highly recommended!
S. Singh
S. Singh
May 30, 2020
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I can't comment on the cruises but I have found communication extremely poor.
After several attempts at calling and emailing with regards to a booking to spread ashes there has been zero response.
Update: we managed to get a booking and the day could not have gone any smoother. Really accommodating and understanding.
Nothing was too much.
Very knowledgeable for all faith types too.
I would highly recommend Bancroft for Ash spreading ceremonies.
Mrs. W.
Mrs. W.
Sep 10, 2019
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Lovely cruise, beautiful scenery.Very pleasant crew and the commentary is unobtrusive ...YOU choose if you want the commentary or not
Kaine Chapman
Kaine Chapman
Jun 13, 2019
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Took my partner's nan here and she uses a walking stick. They were very friendly and jumped to help her get in and out of the boat. They also have a guide you can listen to during the trip.
Finn Deacon
Finn Deacon
Jul 18, 2016
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What a lovely way to spend an hour of your time. A relaxing and very informative view of this beautiful historic town.