Pulteney Weir Prosecco Cruise: 30-minute River Avon tour

Thirty minutes on the Avon: Prosecco, Georgian landmarks, and the horseshoe weir

A 30-minute Prosecco cruise on the River Avon in Bath aboard the Jolly Brit, a historic jolly boat from the Royal Yacht Britannia. You glide past Pulteney Weir, Pulteney Bridge and Parade Gardens while sipping two glasses of Prosecco per person, taking in Bath's Georgian architecture and riverside views from the water itself.

Step-by-step itinerary

Prosecco cruise on River Avon

• Board the Jolly Brit historic boat
• Enjoy 2 glasses of Prosecco
• Glide past Pulteney Weir landmark
• View Pulteney Bridge from the river
• Admire Bath's Georgian architecture
• See Parade Gardens from the water

The experience

Thirty minutes is all it takes to see Bath from an angle most visitors miss. The Jolly Brit, a former jolly boat from the Royal Yacht Britannia used by Queen Elizabeth II, departs from the riverside and carries you along the Avon past some of the city's most recognizable sights. You'll pass the horseshoe-shaped Pulteney Weir, a Georgian-era landmark with cascading water framed by the grand Pulteney Bridge, built in 1774 and designed by Robert Adam. From the water, the bridge and weir form a panoramic view that photographs well and reads differently than it does from the banks.

Two glasses of Prosecco arrive on board, and the pace is unhurried. As you drift along, you see Parade Gardens (Victorian flowerbeds and an elegant bandstand), from the water's edge, and the broader sweep of Bath's Georgian architecture and green riverbanks unfolds without the walking. The River Avon flows through the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage city, and this cruise trades the usual street-level view for a quieter, slower one.

What’s included

• Two glasses of Prosecco per person.
• a guided cruise with a live English-speaking guide.
• views of Pulteney Weir, Pulteney Bridge, Parade Gardens and the River Avon's Georgian architecture.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 11:00, the last at 16:15Last departure this season: 20 Dec

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 12 · max 7 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Bath River Cruises

Is this one for you?This is a shared boat cruise, so you travel with other passengers, which keeps the price accessible and creates a relaxed social atmosphere. Choose it if you want to see Bath's riverside landmarks without walking or arranging your own transport, and if you prefer a short, structured outing over a longer day.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Pulteney Weir and why do people photograph it?

Pulteney Weir is Bath's iconic horseshoe-shaped Georgian-era weir on the River Avon, famous for its cascading water and elegant proportions. It sits directly across from Pulteney Bridge and creates a picture-perfect composition that is one of the city's most photographed landmarks.

Can I see Pulteney Bridge from the boat?

Yes. Pulteney Bridge, built in 1774 and designed by Robert Adam, sits alongside the Pulteney Weir, and from the river you get a stunning panoramic view of both structures together. A perspective you cannot get from the streets.

How much Prosecco do I get on the cruise?

Two glasses of Prosecco per person are served on board during the 30-minute cruise.

Is this cruise suitable for someone who is not very mobile?

The cruise is suitable for all physical fitness levels. You sit aboard the boat for the entire 30 minutes, so there is no walking required once you are on board.

What is the minimum age to join this cruise?

The minimum age is 18 years old.