Bristol Packet Boat Trips

19/08/2026

Congratulations to our newest skipper George, who passed his Boat Master’s exam with flying colours this morning.

George then hit the water running and completed his first shift as skipper this afternoon! Keep an eye out for him on Bristol’s waterways 👋

18/07/2026

Bristol Harbour Festival was incredible!
The crowds, the atmosphere, and of course… the flying man stealing the show 🚀💦

15/07/2026

🚨Bristol Harbour Festival Info🚨
As you may be aware it’s Bristol Harbour Festival this weekend! If you’re looking to take in the sights from the water we have our 45 minute City Dock Tours running across the weekend, keep reading for details ⬇️ ⬇️
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Saturday 18th
45 minute City Dock Tours running from our office at 1030, 1130, 1230, 1400, 1500 & 1600.
🎟️ Book online NOW 🎟️
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Sunday 19th
45 minute tours running from Watershed Pontoon in the City Centre at 1030, 1130, 1230, 1400 & 1500. Pay onboard, on the day- no advance booking available.
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45 minute City Dock Tours running from our office at 1030, 1130, 1230, 1400, 1500 & 1600.
🎟️ Book online NOW 🎟️

09/07/2026

The heatwave is here… and so are the T-shirts in white and black ☀️⚓

Possibly the only layer we’ll be needing this week 😅

Available online now ⚓️

06/06/2026

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On the 12th of May, there was much to celebrate as Redshank, our founding vessel, marked not only her 90th birthday, but was also honoured with the National Historic Ships Flagship of the Year award.

04/06/2026

What’s on this weekend?
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28/05/2026

Meet the crew ⚓️

Shipmates Jude & George, friends from school, who’ve travelled the world together and are now working Bristol’s waterways side by side.

A double act, full of stories, laughs, and local charm, they’ll make your boat trip unforgettable 🌊✨

22/05/2026

Flower of Bristol basking in the sunshine yesterday! We’re super excited for the sunny bank holiday and hope to see you guys onboard.
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