Three of the Best

Here’s a selection of our favourite walks, pubs, cafés, water-based activities and stately homes to enjoy in the Nene Valley…

Let’s enjoy the river – licences explained

There’s little to beat spending time beside or on the river when it’s hot and sunny. It’s a great way to cool down and for all the family to have fun. Rather than simply sitting on the river bank watching the boats go by, you might be tempted to head out into the water yourself this year. Good for you … Read More

Crusader Community Boating – River Nene

Adrian Oates

Discover the River Nene in Northampton on a two hour boat trip. The river trip will be on 17th & 18th September and will start from Becketts Park in Northampton town centre running both up and down stream. This trip has full access for wheelchair users. This event is not suitable for very young children. Well behaved owners with pets … Read More

Crusader Community Boating – River Nene

Adrian Oates

Discover the River Nene in Northampton on a two hour boat trip. The river trip will be on 17th & 18th September and will start from Becketts Park in Northampton town centre running both up and down stream. This trip has full access for wheelchair users. This event is not suitable for very young children. Well behaved owners with pets … Read More

Wildlife Eco Boat Trips

Adrian Oates

Wyndham’s near silent-motor means that she is the ideal craft for wildlife watching.  Join us on a trip around Overton Lake and along the River Nene where swans, geese and other water fowl will glide alongside the boat with you.  We cannot guarantee what you will see but wildlife highlights may include Herons, Kingfishers and the elusive Otter! Trips last … Read More

Early Bird Wildlife Eco Boat trips

Adrian Oates

Wyndham’s near silent-motor means that she is the ideal craft for wildlife watching.  Before the city wakes up properly and all the visitors arrive, the wildlife can be more active as they look for breakfast. Join us on this early morning trip around Overton Lake and along the River Nene where swans, geese and other water fowl will glide alongside … Read More

Electric Boat Trips

Adrian Oates

Enjoy a tranquil trip around Overton Lake and onto the River Nene on our electrically-powered passenger boat. The 45 minute pre-bookable trips will depart at weekend during term time and further dates available during the school holidays from the Visitor Centre Jetty at 11am, 12noon, 2pm, and 3pm Tickets are £8 per person, under 3yrs go free Disclaimer: We reserve … Read More

Wildlife Eco Boat Trips

Adrian Oates

Wyndham’s near silent-motor means that she is the ideal craft for wildlife watching.  Join us on a trip around Overton Lake and along the River Nene where swans, geese and other water fowl will glide alongside the boat with you.  We cannot guarantee what you will see but wildlife highlights may include Herons, Kingfishers and the elusive Otter! Trips last … Read More

Wildlife Eco Boat Trips

Adrian Oates

Wyndham’s near silent-motor means that she is the ideal craft for wildlife watching.  Join us on a trip around Overton Lake and along the River Nene where swans, geese and other water fowl will glide alongside the boat with you.  We cannot guarantee what you will see but wildlife highlights may include Herons, Kingfishers and the elusive Otter! Trips last … Read More

Epic River Nene Paddle

Adrian Oates

Paddle from Sibson Marina to Peterborough Distance: up to 10 miles Have a Fuddle lunch Surprise them with your own picnic food   Return train: 1:30pm Back to Sibson marina: 2:00pm Prices: £40 own board or £60 pounds for a hire board. The train ticket is included Over 18s only.