90

minute river trip

Thames Explorer 90 Mins

Follow the twists and turns of the Thames to Mapledurham

Thames Explorer 90 Mins

Thames Explorer 90 Mins

Thames Explorer 90 Mins

About

Visit Mapledurham Weir

Cruise from Caversham Pier through twists and turns to Mapledurham Lock and Weir. This is the river as it should be, tranquil and stunning in Wind in the Willows Country.

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The trip

Wind in the Willows Country

Our most popular trip takes you to Mapledurham Lock, which feels a world away from life in Reading. Following the Thames upstream, you will see wildlife, open countryside, islands and look out towards the Berkshire Downs.

The cruise will turn* at Mapledurham Lock taking a panoramic view of the weir, before cruising back downstream past Mapledurham House towards Reading. Plenty of time to relax, spot wildfowl and enjoy the Thames.

If you have any questions or queries about our cruises, please visit our FAQS page for further information.

*Very occasionally when the river is in flood and there is an extra strong stream this cruise will cruise towards Mapledurham but may have to turn prior to the weir and lock.

timetable

2025

Weekends from 5th April - 26th October

1100 & 1400

Easter Holidays 7th April - 18th April

1100 & 1400

Bank Holiday 5th May, Spring Bank Holiday 26th May

1100 & 1400

Half Term 26th May - 30th May (inclusive)

Daily at 1100 & 1400

School Summer Holidays 28th July - 29th August

Daily 1100 & 1400

October Half Term. Dates TBC

Daily 1100 & 1400

Please note there are no cruises from 18th August - 26th August due to Reading Festival

Ticket Prices

prices valid for 2022 season

Prices Valid for 2025 Season

Adult Single

£

Adult return

£

17.00

senior Single

£

senior return

£

16.00

child single

£

child return

£

13.00

family single

£

family return

£

53.50

The Details

trip Duration

90

Minutes

Boarding location/s

Wheelchair access

On Some Boats - Call for info

Attractions

Mapledurham Lock

Mapledurham Weir

Mapledurham House, Mill and Church

Boats operating

Caversham Princess

Boarding Location

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