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M.V Princess Freda at Richmond.Richmond Bridge (1777)M.V Princess Freda, Saloon.

D-Day 80th Anniversary Sailings

To celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings on the 6th June we will be operating 45-Minute Circular Cruises on-board Dunkirk Little Ship Princess Freda.

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About Thames River Boats

Thames River Boats operate cruises from Westminster Pier, Kew Pier, Richmond Landing Stage & Hampton Court Landing Stage with a fleet of traditional River Thames passenger boats. Our services make the perfect day out whether you are visiting the City of Westminster, Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, the bustling town of Richmond or Hampton Court Palace. Our boats are perfect in any weather & have indoor & outdoor seating, fully licensed bars, toilet facilities & heating for colder days. Our boats are also available for private hire & are ideal for corporate events, birthdays, celebrations, wedding receptions, sightseeing cruises & river transfers.

 

Our Services

We are currently cruising on a regular basis from Westminster Pier, Kew Pier, Richmond Landing Stage & Hampton Court Landing Stage. Our sailing times can vary from day to day due to the tides. Click the link below to view our upcoming sailings. Tickets can be booked online through our booking system or at our ticket offices.

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M.V Cockney Sparrow passing Barnes Bridge The East Front, Hampton Court Palace

Westminster to Kew

A service between Westminster & Kew twice a day passing through the City of Westminster, Chelsea, Wandsworth & Putney before travelling through the upper reaches of the Tidal Thames to Kew Pier.

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Richmond to Hammerton's Ferry & Hampton Court

A service from Richmond Landing Stage to Hampton Court Landing Stage calling at Hammerton's Ferry Pier in Twickenham. This cruise passes through Teddington Lock & historic Kingston upon Thames.

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The New Palace of Westminster (Houses of Parliament) M.V Princess Freda passing Marble Hill House, Twickenham

Westminster to Kew, Richmond & Hampton Court

A service from Westminster to Kew, Richmond & Hampton Court travelling from the heart of the city out into the countryside.

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Private Charters & Cruises

All of our passenger boats are available for private hire.

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Testimonials

My daughter has gone twice now and it is so worth it. For the price to I would definitely recommend. Peaceful atmosphere lovely staff also beverages are served downstairs.

A Paisley 11 months ago

My daughter has gone twice now and it is so worth it. For the price to I would definitely recommend. Peaceful atmosphere lovely staff also beverages are served downstairs.

Pooja Chopra 11 months ago

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Boats

Cockney Sparrow

The Cockney Sparrow was built in 1976 at Eel Pie Island. She is a two level boat with a deceptively large enclosed saloon and an open top deck. 

Connaught

M.V Connaught was built by Salter Brothers of Oxford in 1911 & has been cruising between Westminster, Kew, Richmond & Hampton Court for over 100 years. Connaught regularly operates on our services & is also available for private charters.

Princess Freda

Princess Freda was built in 1926 by T.C. Letcher on the Isle of Wight, and has been restored to a particularly high standard.