Enjoy a Magical Santa Cruise with Skipton Boat Trips
- Sail through Skipton on a festive canal cruise with Santa aboard the beautifully decorated Cobbydale!
- Meet Santa in person as he greets every child by name and gives them a special festive gift
- Relax with complimentary coffee and a mince pie while enjoying twinkling lights and Christmas music
- Perfect for families looking for a cozy, magical way to celebrate the season
- Runs every weekend in December, plus late-November dates – book early as spaces sell out fast!
Magical Santa Cruise in Skipton:
- Date: Weekends from 29th November - 21st December 2025
- Duration: 75 minutes
- Location: Skipton Boat Trips, 3 Coach Street, Skipton, BD23 1LH
- Includes: Personal visit with Santa, festive gift for children, coffee & mince pie for adults
What’s included in the Magical Santa Cruise?
All aboard the Cobbydale in Skipton for a heart-warming festive adventure along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal!
Get ready for a festive, fun-packed Christmas cruise with Santa himself on a 75-minute journey filled with Christmas cheer, activities & experiences.
- Meet Santa: Unlike any grotto on land, children get to meet Santa right on board! He greets every child by name and makes their visit personal and unforgettable — creating smiles that last all season long.
- Festive Treats: While Santa works his magic, grown-ups can unwind with a hot mug of coffee and a mince pie, taking in the calm waters and charming Yorkshire views.
- Seasonal Atmosphere: With twinkling lights, festive décor, and joyful music, it’s a seasonal treat that brings the magic of Christmas to life.
- Family Friendly: Whether you’re bringing little ones, grandparents, or the whole family, the Magical Santa Cruise offers festive fun for everyone — a cozy, memorable way to start the Christmas countdown.
Magical Santa Trip: Itinerary:
- Check-In (15 minutes before departure): Arrive at the festive wharf and check in with the friendly crew. Step aboard the beautifully decorated Cobbydale — complete with twinkling lights, Christmas tunes, and plenty of festive cheer.
- All Aboard! (0–15 minutes): Settle into your seats as you begin to leisurely cruise along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Adults can enjoy a hot mug of coffee and a fresh mince pie, while children take in the excitement of the journey.
- Meet Santa (15–60 minutes): Santa makes his grand entrance and begins calling each child by name. He’ll share a friendly chat based on what the booking elves have told him, before presenting a special bag of festive goodies for every child.
- Festive Cruise Home (60–75 minutes): Relax and enjoy the magical atmosphere on the return leg — Christmas music, canal views, and plenty of smiles all around. Capture a few final photos before docking back at Skipton.
Spaces are limited and these cruises sell out fast every year! Book your Magical Santa Cruise today and make this Christmas truly unforgettable. Tickets delivered instantly via email & SMS.