Thames Boating Vacations

Boating holiday market leader Le Boat is pleased to announce the opening of a new base near Chertsey for 2009, offering customers an ideal departure point for a Thames boating Vacation. A one-way trip to Le Boat’s second base in Benson, near Oxford, or a return trip to Chertsey are both possible, and Le Boat offers short breaks, one week, two week or longer holiday options.

With picturesque cruising past historic English landmarks such as Windsor Castle and Eton College, Hampton Court Palace, Henley and Cliveden House, this is regal cruising at its best. En route, stops at cosy waterside pubs, Michelin-starred restaurants, friendly tea-rooms and quaint antique shops can all be enjoyed.

Cheryl Powell, Le Boat Managing Director, comments: “The Thames is one of our most popular cruising areas, and so we are delighted to be able to offer our customers a new departure point for 2009. The new base at Chertsey is ideally located for easy access, just a short distance from central London, and so is wonderful for short breaks, as well as longer, more leisurely holidays to enable customers to really explore the many delights found along this stunning river.”

A Le Boat Thames boating holiday is perfect for families; simply cruising down the river and spotting all the sights is a delight for children. There is also family fun nearby at Thorpe Park, Chessington World of Adventures and Legoland, and art galleries, museums and theatres are all within easy reach of the water too. Beale Park wildlife park and gardens makes for a great day out, with easy mooring alongside, and bikes can also be hired for onshore picnics and adventures.

Thames boating is relaxed and easy, and no experience is required for a Le Boat cruising Vacation. Friendly lock-keepers ensure a safe onward journey past the magnificent homes of the rich and famous and some of England’s oldest and prettiest towns and villages.

Le Boat’s new base operates from Penton Hook Marina, Britain’s largest inland marina set in 80 acres, situated on one of the loveliest stretches of the River Thames, close to Chertsey. The location is the ideal starting point for a boating holiday on the Thames, with either upstream cruising to Windsor and the Le Boat base at Benson near Oxford, or downstream to the chic Kingston-upon-Thames, both possible.

Penton Hook Marina offers toilets, showers, laundry facilities, WiFi access and secure parking. Supermarkets, banks, post office services, restaurants and shops can all be found in nearby Chertsey.

Le Boat offers the widest selection of boats on the European waterways, with prices and sizes to suit all budgets. A good range of boats are offered from Chertsey, including the spacious and newly-refurbished Classique, which sleeps eight people, the stylish and practical Consul, sleeps five, and the smart Consort, which is perfect for two.

Browse boating vacations on the Thames and book online now, or call the sales team on 1-800-734-5491.