Introduction to Crewing - Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th April 2023

Ever thought of becoming a volunteer on our boats or would you like to learn to become a crew member? Join us for our FREE two-day course ‘Introduction to Crewing’ here at the Peter Le Marchant Trust. The course includes water and fire safety, driving the boat and learning about looking after our clients. You will receive a certificate at the end of the course.

Contact Angie on [email protected] to book your place. Spaces fill up fast so please do not delay!

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Self hire boat prices
Spring has arrived!

Spring has arrived at the Trust - and the sun is shining!
Partnerships

We work in close partnership with a number of organisations to deliver projects jointly, or provide them with complete organised boat trips. We are always open to forging new partnerships. We offer workplace wellbeing, volunteering opportunities, CPR training and more. These opportunities can help your team meet their personal and professional goals.
Our Trustees

Introduction to Crewing 3rd and 4th April 2024 - 10am - 3pm

Join us for a free 2 day course in understanding just what it takes to be a volunteer crew member with us in these introduction sessions. We will be going out on the water, talking about water and fire safety and teaching you the basics of customer care. Please contact Angie on [email protected] to book a place, places are limited.
Canoe Instruction Session - 16th October

Canoe Instruction Session With a fully qualified instructor, join us for a session in learning the basics of being in a canoe with a trip out on the water. All equipment provided, booking essential as places are limited.
Introduction to Crewing - 17th - 18th October

Join us for a free 2 day course in understanding just what it takes to be a volunteer crew member with us in these introduction sessions. We will be going out on the water, talking about water and fire safety and teaching you the basics of customer care. Please contact Angie on [email protected] to book a place, places are limited.
Youth Wellbeing Week - Wednesday 26th July

The third day of our Youth Wellbeing week was packed today! We had plenty of Lego builders and craft creativity with fully booked canal boat trips and pedalos. Thank you to everyone who joined us. Tomorrow we have more crafts and pedalos, bird box and fairy door building, as well as a bouncy castle for the day.
Youth Wellbeing Week - Tuesday 25th July

Day 2 of our Youth Wellbeing Week was a great success. We had plenty of young people trying out our climbing wall, crafts and watercolour sessions. Our thanks to Beaumanor Hall and Active Charnwood for their participation. Tomorrow we have pedalos, Lego building, painting, crafts and canal boat trips - please do come down and join in.
Youth Wellbeing Week - Monday 24th July

We commenced our Youth Wellbeing Week, today. Thank you to everyone who joined in the archery, canal boat trips and crafts. We saw some wonderfully creative pebble painting, gratitude jars and journals. Tomorrow, we've got watercolour art, a climbing wall, as well as on-base crafts. Just pop along and join in - we look forward to welcoming you!
Youth Wellbeing Week 24th July - 27th July 2023

Join our Trust for a range of FREE drop in wellbeing sessions during the Summer holidays. Week runs from Monday 24th July to Thursday 27th July. Come along with an adult and enjoy boats trips, archery, painting, lego building and loads more.
Stand Up Paddle Boarding - July 8th 2023

Aged 12-25? Why not join us for free Stand Up Paddle Boarding at our base in Loughborough? Fully qualified coach. Places are limited. Morning and afternoon session available. Pre-booking essential. Delivered in partnership with Canal & River Trust.
Let's Fish! - June 3rd, August 5th, Sept 9th

We've teamed up with the Canals & River's Trust again and hosting three of their award-winning Let's Fish! events. If you've ever wanted to learn to fish, be guided by our team of professionally qualified and licensed angling coaches. All bait, equipment, permits and licence are provided. All you need to do is book in and turn up on time on the day.
Pirate Week Volunteers Needed - 14th to 19th August!

Would you like to volunteer with us at the trust helping with the Pirates trips during August? We are looking for volunteers from age 14 onwards up to age 25 to help with landside activities such as walk the plank, fishing from the pool and face painting as well as sponge throwing in the stocks! We will reward you with drinks, biscuits and a certificate to say you have volunteered for us.

Ready to board?

Day trips are available from March until the end of October, and run 7 days a week on our fully accessible broad beam boats, Symphony or Serenade. Prices are £16 per person, with a minimum hire fee of £224.
Make a Booking

Book your day trip by using our calendar and completing the online form with your suggested available dates
What We Do

For over 45 years we have been serving the community, providing accessible canal boat holidays and day trips for all ages and health conditions.
Santa's Sleighboat 2021 - SOLD OUT!

Running for its 5th year! Meet Santa and his elves on our festive canal boat and enjoy an enchanting journey along the Grand Union Canal. Ticket includes: mince pie/cake & drink Each child will receive a present An unmissable treat for the family, this Christmas. All proceeds go to supporting the work of the Peter Le Marchant Trust
Self-hire holiday boat

Jubilee is ideal for families and groups wanting the freedom to meander along the canals at their own pace. It is available for holidays throughout the year.
Prices

2024 prices for our day trips and holidays
Santa's Sleighboat 2022 - SOLD OUT!

Running for its 6th year! Meet Santa and his elves on our festive canal boat and enjoy an enchanting journey along the Grand Union Canal. Ticket includes: mince pie/cake & drink Each child will receive a present An unmissable Christmas treat for the family. All proceeds go to supporting the work of the Peter Le Marchant Trust
Symphony

Symphony is one of our broad-beamed boats which we use for our day trips.
Santa's Sleighboat 2023

Running for its 7th year! Meet Santa and his elves on our festive canal boat and enjoy an enchanting journey along the Grand Union Canal. Ticket includes: mince pie/cake & drink Each child will receive a present An unmissable Christmas treat for the family. All proceeds go to supporting the work of the Peter Le Marchant Trust
Pirate Boat Trips - August 2022 - SOLD OUT!

Grappling hooks at the ready - the Pirates are back for 2022!! Come and join us along the waterways this August with our special 2½ hour pirate themed canal boat trips. Only £8 per person. These trips are very popular - please book early to avoid disappointment!