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Bancroft Cruisers

Moat House Stratford, CV37 6YR, England
44-1789-269669
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Ranked #2 of 5 tours in Stratford-upon-Avon
4.5 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
Description: Cruise company providing private or commercial trips on England's River Avon in the heart of romantic Shakespeare Country.
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Chester, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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“Entertaining, relaxing and value for money”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Been to Stratford before, but didn't get chance to do the river cruise, this time we came we managed it and we weren't disappointed. The two guys who 'captained' the barge we fun, and informative - make a great cuppa too ! thanks guys had a good time. More

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18 reviews 18 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Good fun sightseeing from the water - recommended”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

We took a Saturday morning sightseeing trip with our children. Cruises start at 10.30am from the Holiday Inn Jetty which is well signed and easy to find. Crew were friendly and the guide was fun and entertaining. Passed a pleasant 45 mins or so sightseeing from the water. Prices v reasonable and - Handy Tip- pick up free leaflets at... More

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Sevenoaks, United Kingdom
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57 reviews 57 reviews
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43 helpful votes 43 helpful votes
“Amusing, informative, and relaxing”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2011
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We took the 10:30 am narrowboat trip along the Avon directly after our breakfast at the Holiday Inn. The jetty for the trip is right at the main entrance to the hotel. On board we sat at the bow with the windows rolled up, regarding the beautiful views and listening to our guide regale us with local history and amusing... More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Good fun”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 September 2011

A very enjoyable experience at a good price (£5.50 per adult). Not just a traditional tour, guide Andy's comments about the gardens and follies of the local wealthy riverside residents were highly amusing! Recommended. More

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Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Brillant cruise and commentary”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 August 2011

If you go to Stratford-upon-Avon do take a trip on the river with Bancroft Cruisers. They go from the Holiday Inn landing stage so not so easy to find than the ones that go from Bancroft Gardens but well worth the search. We took some friends with us and they were bowled over by the friendly staff and the superb... More

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