English Holiday Cruises Brochure

English Holiday Cruises offered a holiday in England that was truly different: a relaxing journey through the glorious Cotswolds and Severn Vale aboard the 4-Star Edward Elgar riverboat hotel, with great-value inclusive holidays starting from only £195.

A New Port Every Day

These cruises took passengers to a new 'port' each day, offering the chance to explore local sights or join an inclusive guided tour. Destinations included pretty towns and notable heritage sights along the route.

• Pretty towns such as Frampton, Upton and Stourport
• Heritage sights including Gloucester and Worcester Cathedrals
• The wildlife centre at Slimbridge
• An excursion on the Severn Valley Railway (on one cruise)

Aboard the Edward Elgar

The Edward Elgar offered comfortable cabin accommodation, delicious traditional English cooking and warm hospitality from the crew. The friendly atmosphere was complemented by a well-stocked bar, complimentary tea and coffee, and some live entertainment. The restaurant and top deck gave commanding views over the countryside, and all inboard areas were climate-controlled. Enjoy England awarded the Edward Elgar a 4-star Hotel Boat rating for three consecutive years.

Why Take a River Cruise Holiday in England?

English Holiday Cruises promoted some of the best-value holidays in the UK, with a package that combined the cruise, full-board accommodation, tea and coffee, guided tours, live entertainment and free views.

• Drive or take the train to the boarding point - no airports, ferries, passports or crowds
• Unpack once and take your hotel with you on a tour of the country
• Enjoy close-up views of the countryside and travel to new places every day
• Step off to explore local sights or join guided tours of towns, heritage and wildlife
• Get to know fellow passengers quickly, with a small complement of only 22 people
• Relax and enjoy every moment, with the crew on hand to help

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the cruises travel?

The cruises journeyed through the Cotswolds and Severn Vale, calling at towns such as Frampton, Upton and Stourport, and heritage sights including Gloucester and Worcester Cathedrals.

What was the Edward Elgar?

The Edward Elgar was a 4-Star riverboat hotel offering comfortable cabin accommodation, traditional English cooking and warm crew hospitality, with all inboard areas climate-controlled.

What was included in the holiday price?

The inclusive package covered the cruise itself, full-board accommodation, tea and coffee, guided tours, live entertainment and free views over the countryside, starting from only £195.

How many passengers did the boat carry?

The Edward Elgar had a small complement of only 22 people, helping passengers get to know one another quickly.

Did the cruises include excursions?

Yes. Passengers could explore local sights independently or join inclusive guided tours, with one cruise featuring an excursion on the Severn Valley Railway.

Was the riverboat highly rated?

Enjoy England awarded the Edward Elgar a 4-star Hotel Boat rating for three consecutive years.

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