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Perfect for all occasions, our fleet of spacious and luxurious boats can be tailored to suit your needs and requirements. Each of our boats meet strict safety standards, have a licensed bar, open seated top deck, enclosed dance floor and great sound system.

Privately Hire a boat and set sail across beautiful Plymouth Sound, flanked by the stunning views along Devon and Cornish Coastlines. Passing such places as the famous Plymouth Hoe and Smeaton’s Tower, Drake’s Island, then continuing up the calm waters of the River Tamar.

If you are planning a week night gathering? Why not take advantage of our reduced rate cruises, with the Early Bird Special. Privately charter your own boat for a two hour cruise, at a discounted rate, available from Monday to Sunday from 5pm to 7pm (set discounted time). 

Prices vary depending on your group size, date and time of your trip so please email our bookings team, who will be only too happy to send you a full list of the different options and prices: info@plymouthboattrips.co.uk


Legend of Plymouth

The Legend of Plymouth is a sleek, modern and stylish cruise boat, perfect for smaller corporate events, relaxed coastal cruises, intimate parties and family occasions. Recently refreshed, she offers comfort and elegance for groups of up to 60 guests, with large surrounding windows for stunning panoramic views. There is a fully licensed bar onboard and a great sound system for your own playlist – she’s ready to make your event truly special.


The Plymouth Sound

The Plymouth Sound is a comfortable and spacious cruise boat. Recently refurbished, she holds up to 190 passengers. A spacious, sturdy and modern boat, with fully licensed bar, fantastic sound system and DJ decks – The Plymouth Sound is the ultimate ‘on the water’ events venue. Evening parties and events involving a licensed bar being in operation are restricted to a maximum of 150 passengers.

Please click HERE for a Virtual Tour


The Tamar Belle

In November 2021, we welcomed back the Tamar Belle to the Plymouth Boat Trips fleet. The Tamar Belle, previously operated for Tamar Cruising & Cremyll Ferry until 2011 when sold to work on the St Mawes to Falmouth service, very close to her previous operating area in the Helford Passage, whilst named ‘Queen of Helford’.

The Tamar Belle returns to operate our popular hop on and off ferry service from the Barbican, Royal William Yard & Mount Edgcumbe, linking three iconic destinations on the water. With plenty of seats and room on two levels for all local commuters, shoppers, and visitors, licensed to carry up to 100 passengers.


The Plymouth Princess

Plymouth Boat Trips has introduced a new, modern vessel to service the famous Cawsand Ferry route. The Plymouth Princess will carry passengers between Plymouth and the scenic, Cornish beaches and villages of Cawsand and Kingsand.

Designed and built in Cornwall, for the Kingsbridge to Salcombe ferry operation, the Plymouth Princess will offer a smoother, faster journey for passengers with more space, a seated open top deck and lower enclosed deck.

The Plymouth Princess is M.C.A. approved and licensed to carry 103 passengers.


The Edgcumbe Belle

Built, locally, forty years ago specifically for the Cremyll ferry operation, the aptly named Edgcumbe Belle has served as a safe and loyal foot passenger ferry for many years. A beautifully built, sleek and slender traditional wooden boat, she takes up to 128 passengers.


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Current Service Status

Cremyll Ferry
Running as scheduled from Admirals Hard
Moving to winter timetable from Thursday 1st October 2026
Cawsand Ferry
Wed 30 Sep 2026 - Wed 30 Sep 2026
CANCELLED due to high winds forecast.

Apologies for any inconvenience.

Bus timetable: LINK HERE
Waterlink Ferry
Wed 30 Sep 2026 - Wed 30 Sep 2026
CANCELLED due to weather forecast.

Apologies for any inconvenience.
Back running Thursday.
Scenic Cruises

HARBOUR CRUISE OPERATING DAILY-  11:00, 12:30, 14:00 & 15:30

Daily Cruises end on Sunday 1st November 2026 – please check website for winter cruising timetable

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Latest News

Cremyll Ferry to Return to Admiral’s Hard Slipway

02/07/2026

The historic Cremyll Ferry service will return to Admiral’s Hard Slipway in Stonehouse from Sunday 19th July 2026, following the successful completion of essential repair and stabilisation works by

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Plymouth Boat Trips launches the Sunset Sailaway Cruise from Royal William Yard for Spring 2026

14/05/2026

Plymouth Boat Trips, the main operator of ferries and pleasure cruises in Plymouth has teamed up with Royal William Yard to offer a new 2 hour evening cruise for

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Plymouth Boat Trips Goes in Search of the Monster of Plymouth Sound with new Sonar Equipped Vessel for 2026

16/03/2026

Plymouth Boat Trips has introduced a sleek, modern new vessel to its fleet of cruise boats and ferries for 2026. The Legend of Plymouth, formerly the Legend of Loch

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Temporary closure of slipway to fill voids

31/10/2025

The slipway at Admiral’s Hard is to close for a short period of time to enable rock armour to be filled into a large void created by the sea.

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Cremyll Ferry Passenger Fares

28/06/2025

The Cremyll Ferry, operated by Plymouth Boat Trips, has announced an increase on passenger fares effective from 21st July 2025. Owner of Plymouth Boat Trips, Ben Squire said: “The

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What our customers say...

“We’ve been on three mackerel fishing trips with Plymouth Boat Trips now and each one has been an excellent experience. Booking is always straightforward, and our skipper Julian is always super helpful, giving tips where needed and finding the shoals, it’s clear he knows the area well and respects the wildlife. Definitely a service we’d recommend and will definitely use again.”

Xavier Stow – Ocean Conservation Trust

“What an unforgettable experience! Personally, my favourite trips are the themed party nights. Massive shout out to the amazing staff, who are super friendly, well organised, and always on hand to keep the good times rolling whilst making all on board feel safe, And the DJ? Absolutely smashed it, kept us dancing non-stop.”

Andrew Gregory

“We have been doing an annual private trip with Plymouth Boat Trips for 25 years. We have never had a problem with the level of service you have given us, and the crew on board have always looked after us so well. Thank you!”

Alison and Paul Dunkley

“We come to Plymouth each year with a group of guests from Germany. Whenever we visit Plymouth, we use the excellent services from Plymouth Boat Trips. We book a private fishing trip and river cruise up Tamar to Pentillie and also stay for lunch in The Boathouse. We can recommend the service and overall experience.  We are coming back!”

Thomas Schumann – Schumann Reisen

“We’ve worked with Plymouth Boat Trips for several years now and every summer they host our construction industry Clients watching the British Firework Championships. The experience is always seamless – from booking through to the event itself – and the team go above and beyond to make sure everything runs smoothly. We couldn’t recommend Plymouth Boat Trips highly enough.”

Hulley and Kirkwood, Plymouth Team

“Globus and Cosmos tours have been working successfully with Plymouth Boat Trips for many years. The trips have provided our many overseas visitors with an interesting and entertaining excursion around Plymouth Sound and the Naval dockyard.”

Tristram Yarde-Leavett – Tourwise of London

“We’ve used Plymouth Boat Trips for several corporate events, and they never fail to impress. The boats are always impeccably maintained, the staff consistently professional, and the overall experience smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. Hosting events on the water off Britain’s Ocean City adds a unique and memorable touch that our guests always appreciate. Every detail is handled with care, making it easy for us to relax and focus on our guests. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and distinctive event.”

Alyson Kendall – Rittall-CSM Ltd

“We have been working with Plymouth Boat Trips for many years, and their service is always outstanding. Nothing is ever too much trouble, the team are organised, reliable, and ensure all our groups are well accommodated and kept informed every step of the way.”

Natalie Fennon – Alfa Travel

“We hired a private ferry with Plymouth Boat Trips for our wedding in May 2025 and couldn’t have been happier with the experience. The team provided an excellent, efficient service from start to finish, helping make our day truly special. Everything ran smoothly, and our guests absolutely loved it. Highly recommended!”

Harrison Hardy

“We have been using Plymouth Boat Trips for corporate entertainment over many years. The skippers always exude a calm competence, and the crews are friendly and efficient. As an event organiser it is reassuring to know that our customers are in safe hands! Without exception the trips have been a great success and are eagerly anticipated by our customers. We look forward to working with PBT again next season.”

Charles Bush – Mayflower Marina

“We have been using PBT now for around 3 years to transport our staff, equipment and customers to and from Drakes Islands for private events. They have always been professional and efficient in their services, getting us across safely in all-weather conditions. The friendly boat crews, always add to the experience for our customers making the crossing.

We highly recommend them as a ferry and private hire service.”

Commando Force Airsoft Ltd

“Thank you to the Cremyll Ferry for all your support of Fourlanesend Community School. We use your service with the children at various points in the year. This helps us deliver our unique curriculum and we always appreciate the help you give us. Thank you for being part of our success!”

Rebecca Norton, Head Teacher Fourlanesend C.P. School

“I thoroughly recommend Plymouth Boat Trips. They welcome everyone and I’m sure that anyone who uses them will have a wonderful time.”

Theresa Burt, Ask4All

“For the past 8 years, we have used Plymouth Boat Trips to host our event watching the British Fireworks Championship in August.  Our event has been hugely popular each year, which is no doubt thanks to Plymouth Boat Trips’ excellent hospitality.   

We cannot recommend Plymouth Boat Trips enough! Thank you again for your faultless service year after year!”

Hannah Jackson, Hulley & Kirkwood Consulting Engineers Ltd

“I thoroughly recommend Plymouth Boat Trips! As a support group for people with disabilities and their families we have been organising activities for over 16 years. One of our favourite events is with Plymouth Boat Trips, cruising the Tamar whilst enjoying a disco!  They welcome everyone and I’m sure that anyone who uses them will have a wonderful time.”

Theresa Burt, Ask4All

“We use Plymouth Boat Trips every year for a celebration at the end of the academic year. We are always very well looked after by the crew. It makes for a great celebration at a very competitive price.”

Diane Henderson, Assistant Vice Principal, Marine Academy Plymouth

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