Orwell Lady is available for private charter bookings.
Although Orwell Lady has a seating capacity of 118, it is recommended for private charter that the numbers of passengers are limited to around 65+ so that, in the event of inclement weather, the hirer and guests can be comfortably accommodated under cover in the main saloon and to allow greater freedom to to move from one deck to another.
Orwell River Cruises can offer the following cruises on Orwell Lady for private charter or the vessel may be booked by the hour
Cruise |
Cruise Description |
Duration |
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Pin Mill |
Leave Wet Dock, through locks and Ipswich Port, under Orwell Bridge, downriver to Pin Mill and return |
2.5 hours |
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Harwich Harbour |
As Pin Mill but all the way down the River Orwell to Harwich Harbour including close viewing of Felixstowe Port and return |
3.5 hours |
The 2008 costs for private charter cruises as above and private hourly charter are shown below.
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Day Rate |
Evening Rate |
Pin Mill |
£425 |
£525 |
Harwich Harbour |
£525 |
£625 |
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| Hourly Charter Rate |
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| Up to One Hour |
£210 |
£250 |
| Up to 2 Hours |
£370 |
£450 |
All hours thereafter
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£110 per hour |
£150 per hour |
All hourly rates charged per hour only and not pro-rata. ie 1 hour 30 minutes = 2 hours charter.
On Board Catering
For private functions food is supplied to customers order by one of Orwell River Cruises' approved vessel caterers. We regret that passengers are not permitted to bring their own food or drink on board, or to use the bar facilities for the purpose of serving their own drinks. Sample menu's from caterers will be sent on request to those wishing more information together with contact details for you to discuss and order your choice of food.
Music
There is also the option of having music aboard, whether a disco, or a small band. Whilst we can assist in this regard, if you wish to arrange your own music this must be approved by Orwell River Cruises Ltd. Both the Caterer's and music suppliers are permitted to board early to set up, but must obtain permission from Orwell River Cruises Ltd. beforehand.
Bookings
Advanced booking is recommended by telephoning first to ascertain availability, and then by forwarding completed forms together with a deposit of 50% to secure the booking. The balance must be paid at least fourteen working days prior to the date of the trip. We regret that boat trips will not commence unless full payment has been received within this period.
Conditions of Hire
Please refer to the Conditions of Hire page for full details
For answer to further questions regarding Private Charter, or any other general information, please contact Orwell River Cruises Ltd at the address shown below
Orwell River Cruises Limited
Waratah House
Addison Way
Orion Business Park
Great Blakenham
Ipswich IP6 0RL
Telephone (44) 01473 836680
Mobile phone (44) 07734 875887
Fax (44) 01473 836602
© 2008 Orwell River Cruises Limited
updated
January 17, 2008
