River Cruise Holidays aboard the Edward Elgar Riverboat Hotel

Our river cruise holidays aboard the Edward Elgar Riverboat Hotel have been providing some of the best boat holidays in the UK for over 10 years. Unlike self-drive narrow boat holidays, cruiser boat holidays and hire barge holidays in Europe, the river tours from English Holiday Cruises provide full service hospitality. Our river cruise holidays also offer stunning views and historic sights to compare with the best European river cruise tours available.

See the NEW Video Featurette on our Unique Weekend Break!

In addition, we ALSO offer:

• More holiday choice, from our Unique Weekend Break right up our Full River Cruise.
• Easy access by car or train to our home mooring in Gloucester - with no airports to negotiate.
• More value, with holidays from only £195pp in a country where £1 buys £1 – not just €1!
• Different cruises cater for singles, couples, Groups, Tour Operators & Special Events
• We also provide several Themed Cruises with a number of extras to add value to your holiday.

Stunning Views and Historic Sights along the Way

The Edward Elgar Riverboat Hotel sails on the historic River Severn, the longest river in Britain, with stunning views of the Cotswolds and Forest of Dean, the Severn Estuary with its famous Severn Bore and the Malvern Hills. Along the way, we visit interesting and historic sights such as:

• The Abbey in Tewkesbury, Gloucester Cathedral and Worcester Cathedral.
• The picturesque and historic towns of Upton, Stourport and Bewdley.
• The bird-watching paradise of the Waterfowl and Wetlands Centre in Slimbridge.
• The acclaimed Severn Valley Railway.

‘Yet another great holiday from E.H.C. Many Thanks’ – Mr & Mrs Little, Horsham

Unique Short Breaks, Midweek Escapes and a Full River Cruise

We offer a wide range of river cruise holidays. Choose from:

• Our Unique Weekend Break of 2 days on the massive Gloucester and Sharpness Canal.
• A NEW Midweek break of three days on the canal, with 3 outside tours.
• A Severn Heritage Cruise of 4 days exploring the heritage of the River Severn.
• A Cruise to the Views 6-day holiday on the big canal AND the River Severn.
• Our flagship 6-day Full River Cruise which sails right along the edge of the Cotswolds in the Heart of England, with a day trip on the Severn Valley Steam Railway.

We have both enjoyed everything. The scenery, the comfort, excellent food and the friendly service & homely feeling’ - I. Hodgson & S. Haydock

Very High Passenger Satisfaction and Terrific Testimonials

We have delighted many thousands of passengers on our cruises over the past 12 years. Our satisfaction survey amongst over 300 passengers in 2010 gave us very high ratings for excellence. Our passengers tell us that the cruiser boat holidays and river tours from English Holiday Cruises are some of the best boat holidays in the UK, competing with the best European River Tours and barge vacations anywhere.

‘We loved being able to sit on the top deck and watch the beautiful scenery’

Book a River Cruise Holiday NOW

It is simple and easy to book a cruise holiday with us, just check out our Dates and Rates, call us on 01452-410411 to reserve your cabin then complete our Booking Form. We can also make special arrangements for Groups, Tour Operators and Special Events.

You can also make an online enquiry or request a brochure.

'Your cruises are the best in Europe’ 

Stunning views - River Severn morning mist

Picturesque towns - the Upton 'Pepperpot' 

Heritage - Telford's Mythe Bridge

Attentive Service - Lunch in the restaurant