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That's right! You can rent and captain your own boat for a short break (3 nights minimum), a week or longer. We'll show you everything you need to know before you set off.
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Liberty Exterior

Discover our new boat, Liberty on the Thames at Benson waterfront. 

4th July, 2025

Join us at our refreshed Base in Benson, near Oxford, on Friday 4th July, for the official launch of our new Liberty boat on the Thames.

Arrive from: 10:00 AM
Welcome Speech & Liberty Unveiling: 11:00 AM
Boat Trials: 12:00 – 5:00 PM

You’ll have the opportunity to come onboard, have a tour of the boat, and try it out on the water. As well as our newest edition to the fleet, we’ll also have some of our other boats in the fleet available for you to visit and trial.

It’s also a great opportunity for you to meet and talk to some of our specialist Base team in person to find out more about Liberty and ask questions you may have.

Liberty: Self-drive boating holidays redefined

Built by the renowned Delphia-Bénéteau shipyard, Liberty redefines comfort on the water. Combining elegance, modern design, and innovative features, Liberty is designed to offer smooth and enjoyable cruising. Perfect for couples and small families seeking a luxury experience at the best price, this boat is a must-see. Come aboard and start planning your next river adventure!

Liberty
  • 1 large forward cabin with double bed and ensuite bathroom with overhead shower
  • 1 smaller cabin with double bed
  • Separate bathroom with toilet, basin and overhead shower
  • State-of-the-art kitchen with dishwasher and Nespresso® coffee machine
  • Three large outside seating areas fully equipped with thoughtful details
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Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to be among the first to step aboard and experience effortless luxury.

Join Us for Our Open Day on the Thames!

Step aboard, meet our team, and get a taste of river cruising at our Open Day on the Thames. Request your invitation now.

Le Boat Ownership Programme

Turn your vacations into a profitable investment! Here’s how it works…

  • Free upkeep and mooring
  • Guaranteed Fixed Rental Income & Fixed and guaranteed buyback
  • 8 weeks of free boating vacations & Explore all our destinations
Ownership Programme
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Salon Fluvial - Sain-Jean-de-Losne, Bourgogne
  • Dates: July 4, 2025
  • Opening hours: 10am – 5pm
  • Address: Le Boat Benson Waterfront Benson
    Oxon – OX10 6SJ
  • Free entry

How to get there

Navigation guides and maps are provided

By train : 

  • Cholsey: 8 km, Reading: 20 km, Oxford: 20 km, Didcot: 16 km

By Road : 

  • The Benson base is situated on the A4074 between Oxford and Reading

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