Christmas Group Cruises in Yorkshire – The Perfect Festive Day Out for Coach Trips & Group Organisers
If you’re looking for a Christmas outing that’s a little different this year, why not swap crowded restaurants and busy city centres for a relaxing cruise through the Yorkshire countryside?
At Skipton Boat Trips, we offer a range of festive cruises that are perfect for coach companies, social clubs, community groups, businesses and family celebrations. Better still, private groups aren’t restricted to our public sailing schedule – you can choose a date and departure time that works for you, subject to availability.
A Christmas Party With a Difference
Our luxury heated boats provide a unique setting for festive celebrations on the beautiful Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Whether you’re organising a Christmas lunch, an afternoon outing or an evening celebration, we’ll help create an experience your guests will remember.
Groups can choose from a variety of festive cruises, including:
Christmas Dinner Cruise
Enjoy a traditional three-course Christmas dinner with festive music, crackers and all the trimmings while cruising through the Yorkshire countryside.
Christmas Curry Cruise
New for 2026, our Christmas Curry Cruise combines authentic South Pan-Asian cuisine from Pitra Waterfront with a relaxing canal cruise, creating a festive dining experience that’s unlike anything else in Yorkshire.
Festive Afternoon Tea Cruise
Perfect for daytime groups, featuring freshly prepared sandwiches, fruit scones, festive desserts and unlimited Yorkshire Tea and coffee.
Christmas Drinks Ahoy Cruise
Ideal for office parties and celebrations with friends. Guests enjoy five drinks, festive music and a relaxed cruise aboard the Dalesman, with optional grazing boxes available.
Christmas Canal Cruise
Short on time? Our one-hour festive cruise includes a traditional mince pie with a glass of sherry or Yorkshire Tea or coffee, accompanied by Dave Spikey’s entertaining recorded commentary.
Magical Santa Cruises
A favourite with schools, community groups and families, our Santa Cruises provide a magical festive experience for guests of all ages.
Perfect for Coach Operators
We’re proud to welcome coach groups from across the UK every year.
Skipton is one of Yorkshire’s most popular market towns, giving your passengers the opportunity to enjoy independent shops, cafés and the famous canal basin before or after their cruise. Combined with our flexible private group bookings, it makes for an easy and enjoyable day out.
Flexible Private Group Bookings
One of the biggest advantages of booking as a private group is flexibility.
Rather than fitting around our advertised public sailings, your group can usually choose a date and departure time that suits your itinerary, subject to boat availability. Whether you’re bringing 30 guests or hiring the entire boat, we’ll work with you to create the perfect festive event.
We can also discuss drinks packages, dietary requirements and other options to tailor your cruise to your group’s needs.
Book Early
Christmas group cruises are always in high demand, particularly throughout November and December.
If you’re planning a festive coach trip, company Christmas party or group celebration, we’d recommend getting in touch as early as possible to secure your preferred date.
To discuss your requirements, contact Jen on 01756 790829 or email [email protected]. We’d be delighted to help you plan a memorable Christmas celebration on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.