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Summer 2020 -1 Hour Trips

* See below for 2 hour August Thursday Evening Cruises

The Kentish Lady is delighted to provide a service this summer to their customers and it will be running the following service on Saturdays, Sundays & Wednesday's until further notice.

Trips will start and end in Maidstone, for the time being we will not be dropping off at or picking up from our mooring at Allington Lock/Malta Inn or Whatman Park.

Pre-Booking recommended – Call 01622 753740 to avoid disappointment.

Adult        £8.50

Child        £4.50

(UNDER 2 TRAVEL FREE)

Seniors    £6.50

Family (2 adults + 2 children)    £22.00

Disabled Concession (including Carers)   £6.50 Per Person

Departure from: Archbishops Palace. Maidstone

11.00 - 12.00    

12.30 - 13.30    

14.00 - 15.00    

15.30 - 16.30   

17.00 - 18.00   * Boat terminates in Maidstone at 18.00 *

Please note the following important points

1. Pre-Booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.
2. We can accept bookings at our ticket kiosk on the day of travel, but we cannot guarantee availability as we can only accommodate 30 passengers per trip at present.
3. This is a 1hr round trip with no drop offs/pick-ups at our usual destinations.
4. 30 minutes has been allowed between trips for our cleaning regime.
5. We will have a limited number of drinks options on-board.
6. Face masks are recommended but currently at your descretion. Should regulations change we will update this notice.

Thursday Evening Special 2 Hour Cruise

During August special trips to  East Farleigh have been arranged with a Fish and Chip supper.

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Fantastic river boat trips and excursions for families, groups and individuals on the River Medway taking in the picturesque Kent countryside.

 

Trips

• One hour trip to between Allington and Maidstone
• Three hour trip from Maidstone to Teston via East Farleigh Locks
• New for 2018 is our Tuesday afternoon Cruise to Allington Castle

(See below for more details)

 

One hour Trips  

Our 1hr trips are perfect if you are visiting Maidstone for a shopping trip or heading up to the fantastic Kent Life Heritage Farm Park at Allington Lock, a trip on the Kentish Lady will certainly add a totally different element to your day.  At weekends and school holidays the boat runs 1hr round trips (one way available) between Maidstone town centre and Allington Lock/Kent Life Heritage Farm Park. You can start your journey at either Maidstone or Allington and if required the boat can drop you off at Maidstone’s beautiful Whatman Park.

**The 1hr trips do not need to be booked in advance and all ages are welcome**

 

Three Hour Cruises 

Peaceful and relaxing our 3 hour cruises with food are great for adult days out and ideal for groups.

The Kentish Lady’s 3 hour lunch or supper cruises run weekdays from April to October and go up-river to Teston via Farleigh Lock with either a picnic box or fish and chips.

** The 3hr cruises must me booked in advance and have a minimum age limit of 16**

New for 2018  is the Allington Castle Cruise 

This is an exclusive and very special cruise available on a Tuesday afternoon from Easter until October.  The Kentish Lady departs from Maidstone and travels down the River Medway to Allington Castle where visitors disembark on a guided tour with Allington Castle staff to explore the grounds and gardens, the courtyards, the Great Hall and it’s amazing history.  Tea will be served on re-embarkation and travel back to Maidstone. The cruise is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.

** This cruises must be booked in advance and have a minimum age limit of 16**

 

Private Hire of the Kentish Lady

The Kentish Lady can also be hired privately for your wedding reception, special occasion or social event.

 

About the Kentish Lady River Boat Trips

The Kentish Lady departs from the heart of Maidstone’s and travels at a speed which allows you to take in the beauty of the countryside. Cruise and trips include on-board commentary which will point out some of the interesting and historic castles and palaces, bridges, churches and villages along the route, the different seasons bring changing scenery and wildlife on the river, so no two trips are the same.

 

The Kentish Lady’s is easily accessible and wheelchair friendly, there is coach drop off point approx. 200 metres away and disabled parking is available in Palace Avenue, next to Maidstone Carriage Museum or at the Lockmeadow Car Park behind the Court House, both of which are a short walk from docking point.

 

On board facilities

Onboard the boat there is fully licensed bar which is popular with evening bookings but also provides teas and coffees during your trip or cruise.

 

Quay side facilities

At the Maidstone mooring/ticket office the Kentish Lady also operates a refreshments kiosk with tables and chairs where you can enjoy ice-creams and snacks while waiting for the boat. If you are looking for a meal then Private day and evening charter also available. Licensed bar. All cruises must be booked in advance.

 

All cruises and trips are seasonal and subject to river and weather conditions.