Life Afloat Boat Hire

11/08/2026

📢 IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR ALL CUSTOMERS 📢

Please could we ask all customers with upcoming cruise bookings to check their emails for an important update regarding your cruise.

Due to some unexpected changes, some cruises may have been affected, and we have emailed customers directly with all the relevant information.

📧 Please check your inbox (and your junk/spam folder) for an email from us.

If you have an upcoming booking and haven’t received an email, please get in touch with us so we can check your booking.

We’re incredibly sorry for any inconvenience caused and really appreciate your patience and understanding. ❤️

Thank you for your continued support. ⛵️

09/08/2026

Make like Rosie and Jim and spend some time aboard a canal boat!

Step aboard Life Afloat Boat Hire's Maggie May for a scenic 30-minute cruise, where you can unwind on the water and take in the peaceful surroundings.

Each trip includes a complimentary drink and snack, making it an ideal summer treat for families, friends or anyone looking to enjoy a peaceful escape from the everyday.

Boats depart from Stanley Ferry on the hour, every hour between 10am and 3pm.

📅 12 & 13 August
📅 19 & 20 August

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06/08/2026

🚤🎉 BOAT CRUISE BINGO IS HERE! 🎉🚤
Fancy a fun evening out on the water? Come join us for Boat Cruise Bingo! 🥳🎱
💷 £25 per person, including:
🎟️ Bingo
🚤 1-hour boat cruise
🥤 A drink & snack
📅 Friday 21st August
⏰ 6:30pm
📍 Pick-up at Stanley Ferry
Bring your friends, enjoy a relaxing cruise and see if you can shout BINGO! 🥳🏆

🎟️ Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!
👉 Book your ticket through our website:
LifeAfloatBoatHire.co.uk
📞 07478 334435
✨ Tag your bingo buddies and come along for a night of fun on the water! ✨

06/08/2026

✨ BOAT RIDES RUNNING TODAY! ✨
We still have spots available, so don’t miss your chance to get out on the water! 🚤🌊
🎟️ Book your tickets on our website or, if you’re feeling lucky, chance it and turn up!
We’d love to see you out there! 💦✨

03/08/2026

Due to a change in our skipper's maternity leave plans, we've had to reduce the number of cruise dates available this summer.

That means there are fewer opportunities to sail aboard Maggie May, so don't miss your chance! Whether you're planning a family day out, a relaxing trip on the water, or one of our dedicated SEN-friendly cruises, we'd love to welcome you on board.

🎟️ Book your tickets today before they're gone!

For dates, availability and to secure your tickets, visit our website today: www.lifeafloatboathire.co.uk

30/07/2026

We are all ready for the summer holiday cruises today! There is some spots available so pop down and jump on!

The Secret Stanley Ferry Shop is also open and Quirky Bird Bakes is also here so don’t miss out on the summer holidays fun! 🎉☀️😎

27/07/2026

Welcome to Life Afloat We’re a small, family-run narrowboat hire business offering relaxed canal holidays and memorable skippered cruising experiences. Whether you’re planning a gentle family getaway, a special celebration, or simply some time to slow things down, we make it easy to enjoy life o...

27/07/2026

20/07/2026

A private charter close to home the skippers baby shower! A perfect reminder that private charters are so much more than just a day on the water.

Whether you're celebrating a baby shower, birthday, engagement, anniversary, hen party, corporate event, or any special occasion, we can help make it one to remember.

If you've got a celebration coming up and you're looking for a unique and unforgettable venue, visit our website and book your private charter today!

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