Skiff Camping
Breaks
A permanent fixture in our
Weekly Weekend Offers, Skiff Camping is a delightful way to both explore the River Thames and view the sights at your leisure.
Skiffs are sleek rowing boats, first developed in Richmond - which was once
the primary location for Londoners to spend a weekend or holiday. They allow for safe and easy river boating, and some 12-16 miles can be covered in a day - giving you the opportunity to relax in unspoiled, picturesque surroundings, or while away a Summer afternoon at a traditional riverside pub. You can explore any part of the Thames, from Lechlade to Windsor or, perhaps for a shorter holiday, the tranquil water meadows of the River Wey in Surrey.
Come nightfall, you can either camp on the riverside, in the Skiff (as the activity implies) - creating a snug sleeping tent by dropping down the full-length boat cover - or - if you prefer civilisation - you can stay at any of the riverside B and B's. Wherever you choose to travel to or from, a Skiff delivery or collection service can be arranged. We can also recommend the best overnight stops - just ask!
Below are the current rates.
2011 Rates
| Weekends: Fri-Sun or Sat-Mon |
| 2 Persons |
£200.00 |
| 3 Persons |
£240.00 |
| Additional Days |
£40.00 |
Full Weeks (any 7 days) |
| 2 Persons |
£300.00 |
| 3 Persons |
£340.00 |
| Additional Days |
£40.00 |
Delivery or Collection of Boat |
| Henley or Guildford |
£85.00 |
| Oxford |
£120.00 |
| Lechlade |
£140.00 |
NB: Included with the Skiff is all boat gear plus 2 canvas sheets, roll mats, water bottles, a bowl and a map. You will need to bring cooking and eating gear, a lamp, sleeping bags and air mattresses (if you would like the extra cushioning). Land tents can be provided upon request.
