The maximum number of passengers we can carry is 12, and for schools that must include at least 2 teachers. Beatrice is not available for self-drive hire and always comes with a trained crew. For more details of everything you might want to know before your trip download our "Information for Groups" .

Beatrice operates on the Caldon Canal. The minimum journey is about three hours but if you have longer we can get to Froghall Wharf in one direction or the outskirts of Leek in the other. The different routes include beautiful scenery, locks, bridges and even tunnels or, on occasion, a canal-side steam train. This video shows what you might see on one of the routes, the beautiful Leek Branch.

Beatrice is fully equipped for up to 12 passengers, including those with mobility difficulties. It has plenty of inside and outside space. There is a lift for wheelchairs and a galley and toilet. You can download a plan of the boat with more details.

Beatrice is moored on the Caldon Canal adjacent to the A520 in Cheddleton, near Leek. The postcode is
ST13 7HN. We share a small car park with the Cheddleton Flint Mill and ask private parties to arrive in as few cars as possible. You can download more details, directions and a map here.

Beatrice is fully insured for both our volunteer crews and our guests. You can download details here.