One of the most exciting ways of seeing Ospreys at Rutland Water is to take a guided trip aboard the Rutland Belle. We sail to parts of the reservoir where we stand a very good chance of seeing ospreys flying by and fishing, and lots of other gems that Rutland Water has to offer including Little Egret, Great Crested Grebe, Red Kite, Buzzard, Common Tern and occasionally Barn Owls and Grey Wagtails.
This cruise will begin at Whitwell Harbour (LE15 8BL), where the Rutland Belle sets sail for an hour and a half cruise on Rutland Water. There will be a live commentary pointing out things of interest, and providing information about the osprey project and the reservoir. Members of the osprey team will be on board to help you get the best out of your trip. A light breakfast of tea/coffee/juices and sweet pastries will be served on-board. (Please indicate any special dietary requirements by giving us a call on the number below).
In addition to your cruise place you will also receive a 20% discount on the permit entry price to the nature reserve on the day of the cruise. Nature reserve permits cover the Egleton (LE15 8BT) and Lyndon (LE15 8RN) sites of Rutland Water and with nearly 40 hides there is lots to see and do to fill a day. The permit includes parking at the reserve. For more information about the reserves click here.
All parking costs at Whitwell are covered by your cruise booking – we will issue tickets on the cruise for use at the exit barrier at Whitwell car park.
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1 adult
Admits one adult over 16 years
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£32.00 | |
1 Child under 16 years old
2 available
Admits one child under 16 years old. Must be accompanied with by an adult over 16 years old
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£23.00 | |
Up to 2 persons
Admits up to 2 persons. Anyone within the group under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult.
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£64.00
Group ticket for 1-2 people |
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Up to 3 persons
6 available
Admits up to 3 persons. Anyone within the group under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult.
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£96.00
Group ticket for 1-3 people |
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Up to 4 persons
7 available
Admits up to 4 persons. Anyone within the group under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult.
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£128.00
Group ticket for 1-4 people |
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Exclusive use of the bow - up to 6 persons
1 available
Admits up to 6 persons. Seating will be located outside on the lower deck. Anyone within the group under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult. This ticket will give exclusive use of the bow
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£192.00
Group ticket for 1-6 people |
Whitwell Harbour
Bull Brig Lane
Whitwell
Oakham
LE15 8BL