Boat Experiences
Discover Cornwall from the Water
Launching for summer, our brand-new boat experiences offer the perfect way to explore Cornwall’s stunning coastline, hidden creeks and iconic waterside pubs.
Running from 22 June – 30 September, these trips offer unforgettable moments on the water. With all departures from the Rising Sun, St Mawes, and optional collection from our sister pub Chain Locker (for The Lunch Experiences only).
The Lunch Boat Experience
Monday to Friday – £25 per person
What’s Included
- Scenic return boat journey, 1 hour trip each way
- Transport to and from your lunch destination
- Time allowed for lunch at one of our sister pubs (lunch is not included in the price)
Lunch destinations: The Pandora Inn or Ferryboat Inn, Helford (please refer to timetable below for more detail by date)
11:00am Departure from Rising Sun, St Mawes
- Please arrive at 10:45am
- Approximate collection from Chain Locker, Falmouth is 11:30am if required
- —Lunch at pub—
- Boat return collection from lunch venue approximately 1:30pm
- Estimated return to St Mawes 2:00pm
12:30pm Departure from Rising Sun, St Mawes
- Please arrive at 12:15pm
- Approximate collection from Chain Locker, Falmouth 1:00pm
- —Lunch at pub—
- Boat return collection from lunch venue approximately 2:30pm
- Estimated return to St Mawes 3:00pm
Please note that the timings above are approximate and we recommend allowing for potential changes to the schedule. Please refer to the full Ts&Cs below before booking.
More Information
Lunch destinations by date:
- 25.07- Heron Inn
- 26.07- Heron Inn
- 27.07- Ferryboat Inn
- 28.07- Ferryboat Inn
- 29.07- Ferryboat Inn
- 30.07- Ferryboat Inn
- 31.07- Ferryboat Inn
- 01.08- Heron Inn
- 02.08- Heron Inn
- 03.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 04.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 05.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 06.08- Pandora Inn
- 07.08- Pandora Inn
- 08.08- Heron Inn
- 09.08- Heron Inn
- 10.08- Pandora Inn
- 11.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 12.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 13.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 14.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 15.08- Heron Inn
- 16.08- Heron Inn
- 17.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 18.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 19.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 20.08- Pandora Inn
- 21.08- Pandora Inn
- 22.08- Heron Inn
- 23.08- Heron Inn
- 24.08- Pandora Inn
- 25.08- Pandora Inn
- 26.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 27.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 28.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 29.08- Heron Inn
- 30.08- Heron Inn
- 31.08- Ferryboat Inn
- 01.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 02.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 03.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 04.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 05.09- Heron Inn
- 06.09- Heron Inn
- 07.09- Pandora Inn
- 08.09- Pandora Inn
- 09.09- Pandora Inn
- 10.09- Pandora Inn
- 11.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 12.09- Heron Inn
- 13.09- Heron Inn
- 14.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 15.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 16.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 17.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 18.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 19.09- Heron Inn
- 20.09- Heron Inn
- 21.09- Pandora Inn
- 22.09- Pandora Inn
- 23.09- Pandora Inn
- 24.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 25.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 26.09- Heron Inn
- 27.09- Heron Inn
- 28.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 29.09- Ferryboat Inn
- 30.09- Ferryboat Inn
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1. Booking & Payment
- Price: £25 per person Monday to Friday, £35 per person Saturday & Sunday
- All bookings are subject to availability.
- Full payment is required at the time of booking.
- Card payments only are accepted.
- When booking, please state whether you would like to be collected from the Rising Sun, St Mawes or the Chain Locker, Falmouth
2. What’s Included- The experience includes a scenic return boat journey to one of Cornwall’s waterside pubs.
- Participating destinations include the Pandora Inn, Ferryboat Inn (Mon-Fri) and the Heron Inn (Saturday & Sunday), subject to availability and operational requirements.
- Lunch is not included in the ticket price unless otherwise stated.
3. Departure InformationGuests must arrive 15 minutes prior to departure at the Rising Sun, St Mawes. If being collected from the Chain Locker, Falmouth, please also arrive 15 minutes prior to the approximate collection time stated.4. Passenger Information- Maximum 10 passengers per trip.
- Maximum 4 children aged 12 years and under per journey.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- Dogs are welcome on the trip (max of 2 dogs per trip) for an additional £5 charge per dog, to be paid on arrival. Please contact the Rising Sun in advance to book your dog a spot.
5. Weather & Safety- All trips are weather and tide dependent.
- The operator reserves the right to cancel, delay or amend trips where necessary for safety or operational reasons.
- Guests must follow all instructions provided by the skipper or crew at all times.
6. Cancellations & Refunds- Customer cancellations made less than 48 hours before departure may not be eligible for a refund.
- No refunds will be given for missed departures due to late arrival.
- If the operator cancels a trip, guests will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
7. Personal Responsibility- Guests participate at their own risk.
- Suitable clothing and footwear should be worn.
- The operator accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to personal belongings.
1. Booking & Payment
- Price: £25 per person.
- All bookings are subject to availability.
- Full payment is required at the time of booking.
- Card payments only are accepted.
2. Experience Information
- The RIB Experience lasts approximately 40 minutes.
- Trips are designed to provide an exhilarating coastal experience, including opportunities to enjoy local scenery and wildlife.
- Wildlife sightings and specific routes cannot be guaranteed.
3. Departure Information
Guests must arrive 15 minutes prior to departure at the Rising Sun, St Mawes.
4. Passenger Information
- Maximum 10 passengers per trip.
- Maximum 4 children aged 12 years and under per journey.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- The operator reserves the right to refuse participation where safety may be compromised.
5. Weather & Safety
- All trips are weather and sea-condition dependent.
- The operator reserves the right to cancel, delay or amend trips for safety or operational reasons.
- Guests must follow all safety instructions from the skipper or crew.
- Lifejackets or other safety equipment provided must be worn where instructed.
6. Cancellations & Refunds
- Customer cancellations made less than 48 hours before departure may not be eligible for a refund.
- No refunds will be given for missed departures due to late arrival.
- If the operator cancels a trip, guests will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.
7. Personal Responsibility
- Guests participate at their own risk.
- Appropriate clothing and footwear should be worn for the conditions.
- The operator accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to personal belongings during the experience