English Holiday Cruises 

Edward Elgar cruising under Holt Bridge on the River Severn

 

English Holiday Cruises

Welcome to English Holiday Cruises and an all-inclusive holiday in England which is truly different. Our vessel Edward Elgar is a Riverboat Hotel which has been running river tours and boat holidays on the historic Cotswold River Severn out of Gloucester for over 10 years. We offer a variety of river cruise holidays from unique weekend breaks up to a full river cruise for individuals and groups.

Cotswold River Cruises with a Difference

Our river cruise holidays run along the historic Cotswold River Severn navigation from Gloucester with stunning views of the countryside and visits to local heritage sights. There are also opportunities for walking, bird watching, shopping, friendly socialising or just quiet relaxation.

• We offer a variety of holidays, from our Unique Weekend Break right up to a Full River Cruise.
• All of our holidays run on the Edward Elgar Riverboat Hotel along the Cotswold River Severn
• Different cruises cater for singles, couples, groups, tour operators and special events
• Our boat holidays and river tours are unique all – inclusive package holidays.
• We are NOT crowded or busy like sea cruises and we are more spacious and comfortable than canal barge holidays and boat trips on the Thames. We make you feel relaxed and cared for.

'Loved every minute! Great service, Great crew, Great food! Who could ask for anything more.' – Mr & Mrs Mullenger, Ditchingham

Comfortable Accommodation aboard the Edward Elgar Riverboat Hotel

The Edward Elgar Riverboat Hotel provides comfortable accommodation in 11 cosy outside twin-bed cabins with en-suite facilities and climate control. The atmosphere aboard is friendly and informal, our food and beverage service is excellent and we stage live entertainment. This luxury barge hotel boat on the river Severn provides superb views over stunning countryside. We have a four-star VisitBritain rosette rating and a five-star Environmental Health rating.

‘The best holiday we’ve had for years. Everything was perfect!’ – Mr & Mrs Cooke, Golborne

All-Inclusive Holidays with Warm Hospitality

Our river cruise holidays are all-inclusive package holiday cruises – you only need to pay for drinks from the bar. We provide three delicious meals each day, guided tours, evening entertainment such as a quiz or live music and a continuous supply of FREE tea, coffee and chilled water. The captain and crew make customer safety and warm hospitality their highest priorities and you will feel pampered and cared for throughout your holiday with us.

‘My group on Edward Elgar had a perfect holiday and everything was in excess of expectations’ (Mr F, Probus Club)

Convenient Location Near Gloucester Quays

Our home port of Gloucester is easy to reach by coach, rail or road from anywhere in the country and car parking is available near the vessel. We are moored up right next to Gloucester Quays in the Historic Gloucester Docks. Perfect for a short barging holiday or longer river cruise holiday.

‘We expected the river cruise to be good but it surpassed all expectations! Thanks to all. Excellent value for money! We will return’

Some of the Cheapest All-Inclusive Holidays in the UK 

As a family company without big-company overheads, we offer some of the cheapest all-inclusive holidays in the UK. Prices start at only £195pp for our all-inclusive Unique Weekend Break. It is simple and easy to book a cruise holiday with us, just check out our Dates and Rates, or call us on 01452-410411 to reserve your cabin then complete our Booking Form.

The Edward Elgar - Entering Gloucester Lock 

 The Edward Elgar - Entering Gloucester Lock

 Comfortable Accommodation - the saloon

 Comfortable Accommodation - the saloon

 Delicious Food - Sweet 'n Sour Chicken

 Delicious Food - Sweet 'n Sour Chicken

Visits to Historic sights - Tewkesbury Abbey

Visits to historic sights - Tewkesbury Abbey

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