Boat Trips

Do you dream of escaping the hustle and bustle of daily life? Trafalgar Marine has the answer! Restaurant and Day Boat hire within the picturesque Peak District national park. Explore the Upper Peak Forest Canal for a full day onboard the Phoenix or set sail on the Judith Mary II for a meal with a difference.

Find out why so many people rate this historic canal that includes Bugsworth Basin. The Basin has been classified by English Heritage as an Ancient monument, putting it on par with some of the countries most important archeological sites.

Both boats sail from Whaley Bridge Basin (SK23 7LS) in west Derbyshire. Less than an hour's travel from Stockport, Manchester and Buxton it's only slightly further away from Sheffield, Derby and Nottingham.

The Phoenix

Day boat Phoenix

  • 40ft vessel
  • Up to 12 passengers
  • Day hire
  • Without steerer
  • Eight hours cruising



The Judith Mary II

Judith Mary II

  • 72ft vessel
  • Up to 40 passengers
  • Two and a half hour cruise
  • Piloted by professional boatmen        
  • Delicious food in a unique setting
  • Fully stocked bar