Our narrow beam boat, Lady Hilda, is available for hire by community groups such as Guides, Scouts or similar organisations. A 62 foot semi-traditional narrowboat, she sleeps nine people on individual bunks and has a well-equipped galley, seating for all around a moveable table, a shower room and two toilets – so is ideal for anyone wishing to take small groups out for a day, a weekend or longer. She can accommodate 9 people overnight or 12 during the day (including the skipper).
We offer skippered evening or day trips, and residentials for a weekend or longer. Residential trips must include a qualified skipper (CCBM or equivalent) – we may be able to provide one of our Scout or Guide skippers if needed. Please enquire about this when making your booking.
We also run GOLD DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S AWARD RESIDENTIALS
More pictures can be seen on our Facebook page – Lady Hilda Facebook page
An internal plan of Lady Hilda can be seen here – Lady Hilda Plan
Prices
Skippered youth group day hire (weekend): £180
Skippered youth group day hire (weekday): £140 (£155 in 2026)
Youth group residential: £140 per day (£155 in 2026) – so £280 per weekend (£310 in 2026)
Youth group residential (per week): £650
All residential hires start and finish at 5pm (eg Friday 5pm to Sunday 5pm = 2 days) unless
agreed otherwise, and must include a qualified skipper (we can provide one if necessary, free
of charge, subject to availability)
All prices include VAT where applicable
If you are interested in hiring Lady Hilda please email us at bruceboats@katrust.org.uk or call us on 0117 9860109
For Girlguiding enquiries, including leaders’ taster days, contact Julie at myersj@hotmail.co.uk
