# Avon Boating, Stratford-upon-Avon — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Take to the water with a self-hire boat adventure on Stratford's scenic River Avon, gliding past beautiful parks and colourful blooms. Toilets available onsite, though picnics aren't permitted.

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# Avon Boating

The Boathouse, Swans Nest Lane

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=10339248845468045632&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Avon Boating Ltd](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/107921122056873211391)

**In short:** Avon Boating is a services in Stratford-upon-Avon, rated 4.2 out of 5 from 195 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Avon Boating

Take to the water with a self-hire boat adventure on Stratford's scenic River Avon, gliding past beautiful parks and colourful blooms. Toilets available onsite, though picnics aren't permitted.

## What's nearby

- Bistrot Pierre - Stratford-upon-Avon next door
- The Bear next door
- Stratford Butterfly Farm next door
- Bancroft Gardens 250m away
- Stratford Sports Club Ltd 300m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Opening hours

**Monday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

**Tuesday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

**Wednesday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

**Thursday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

**Friday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Saturday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

**Sunday** 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[Gail Stewart](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117779898993174905851/reviews) ★★★★★

Lovely experience, going on a river cruise. Pleasure to view all the attractions with information provided to listen to and read. The boat was very nicely kept and the staff were great to. Cost £11 per adult for half an hour cruise.

· via Google

[alan merriman](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101387404662209794926/reviews) ★★★★★

Nice guys and had a great time the electric boats are not as quick but had fun well worth doing when your there.

· via Google

[Jo Teal](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109560251089307806557/reviews) ★★★★★

Lovely boathouse. We booked in advance but there was no queue on the day we went. They have row boats, punts and motor boats. Good value for money, all under 16's have to wear a life jacket. Staff are great and clear instructions given on the direction you need to go under the bridges etc. We opted to try a punt - i was as surprised at the staff were we came back dry! It was challenging but well worth it.

· via Google

[Mark Ngavaite](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116186433415957057121/reviews) ★★★★★

Only came here to pay for the boat trip. When paying there was a young lad, very chatty and good interactions with guests. When boarding , there was a young man very helpful in directing us in a shaded areas because of our son. Never driven a boat but felt like a captain for less than an hour. Highly recommend these guys and when getting your deposit, back the young lady also still had good interactions with

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x4870cf5ae519b24d:0x8f7c640b967d9140!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

## At a glance

**Address** Swans Nest Boathouse, Swans Nest, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 7LS [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=52.1907844%2C-1.7002916)

**Category** Boat Tours & Cruises

**Guest rating** 4.2 / 5 (195 reviews)

**Suitable for** All Ages

**Setting** Outdoor

**Destination** Stratford-upon-Avon

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★ 4.2 (195 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.avon-boating.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01789 267073](tel:01789267073)

(please mention staycation.co.uk when calling)

### Quick Facts

**Destination** Stratford-upon-Avon

**Postcode** CV37 7LS

**Payment** Cards, Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C4W57RX+8V

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Avon Boating?

Avon Boating is open Mon–Thu 10:30am–4pm; Fri 10:30am–5pm; Sat–Sun 10:30am–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Avon Boating any good?

Avon Boating is rated 4.2 out of 5 from 195 Google reviews.

### Is Avon Boating indoors or outdoors?

Avon Boating is mainly outdoors.

### What ages is Avon Boating suitable for?

Avon Boating suits all ages.

### Is Avon Boating wheelchair accessible?

Avon Boating has a wheelchair-accessible entrance.

### How do I contact Avon Boating?

Call Avon Boating on +44 1789 267073.

## More near Avon Boating

### Hotels & B&Bs nearby

- [The Swans Nest Hotel ★ 4.3 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/stratford-upon-avon/hotels/the-swans-nest-hotel)
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