Wareham Boat Hire Ltd

About

Come and hire a boat and enjoy the River Frome from Wareham. See the yachts, birds and wildlife that frequent this beautiful location.

Motor Boats, Kayaks, Canoes, Rowing Boats and Paddle Boards. Offering a complete range of boating activities to be enjoyed by beginners or professionals. Life jackets provided.

Just turn up or book in advance.

“Absolutely nothing half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats”

We looking forward to seeing you.

Opening Times

2019 Opening - tides and weather permitting (1 March 2019 - 31 October 2019)

* Opening Times
March - September 7 days a week weather & tide permitting.
October - Bookings Only. Please call; Matt - 077304 85558 or Julie - 07967 673033
November - February - Canoe Trips / Tours and the Wheelyboat are available, by appointment only.
NB. We will endeavour to meet these dates however we are restricted by weather and tide. If in any doubt then do please call ahead in order to avoid disappointment.

Guide Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Double kayaks and canoes from	from £10.00 to £15.00 activity
Rowing boat from	from £12.00 to £19.00 activity
Self-drive motor boat from	from £20.00 to £30.00 activity
Single kayaks and paddleboards from	from £7.50 to £10.00 activity
Wheelyboat from	from £30.00 to £40.00 activity

Prices are an indication only and are priced per boat.

Website

Telephone: +44 01929 550688 / 07967 673033

TripAdvisor

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92 reviews

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Recent Reviews:

hipzy
Salisbury, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Great activity for all people
Thursday, 29th August 2019
I recalled doing a river trip up the river Frome with my family when I was a teenager. Now I am a grandparent, and was holidaying in the local area with my eldest grandson who is 5 years old-wondered... Read full review
384jow
Ottery St. Mary, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Fun on the river
Thursday, 5th September 2019
Our party of friends and family hired 3 motor boats and had a blast on the river in beautiful Wareham. The staff were really friendly, accommodating and helpful. They were really nice with the... Read full review
Kibberd
Poole, United Kingdom
Trip Type:
Family
Friendly owners and Beautiful setting
Sunday, 8th September 2019
We showed up on a Sunday for a last minute boat ride and they couldn't have been more accommodating, especially when we had to turn around shortly after leaving because we forgot our sons ear... Read full review

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Facilities

Accessibility

Accessible to Wheelchair Users
Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities - wheelyboats for wheelchairs available
All areas accessible to disabled visitors
Facilities for the Disabled
Toilets for disabled visitors - at Wareham Quay opposite the boat shed.

Catering

Café - there are many cafes and pubs in Wareham
Packed lunch available

Children & Infants

Accept children (Minimum age)
Child seat available
Facilities for children

Establishment Features

Accept coach parties
Accommodation nearby
Cater for groups - pre-booking required
Cater for school groups
Dogs Accepted
Equipment/clothing available for hire
Equipment/clothing free of charge
Experience level - advanced
Experience level - beginner
Experience level - intermediate
First Aid
Fitness level required - high
Fitness level required - low
Fitness level required - medium
Fully qualified instructors
Lessons/courses available
Open All Year
Route maps available
Toilets - nearest are on The Quay
Welcome single sex groups, eg stag/hen parties

Key Features

Families
Groups
In countryside
In town/city centre
Stag and Hen Parties

Leisure Facilities

Water sports facilities

Parking & Transport

Car parking - available on The Quay or St John's Hill (pay and display)
On Bus Route - Wilts and Dorset number 40 - South Bridge bus stop

Payment Methods

Cash & Cheque accepted
Cash & Cheque only

Map & Directions

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Road Directions

Situated on Abbots Quay (off South Street) and beside the River Frome in the heart of Wareham. 20 minutes drive from Poole or Swanage. 30 minutes drive from Dorchester. 10 minutes drive from A35.

Public Transport Directions

By Bus: From Bournemouth take the M1 or M2 to Poole, then transfer to number 40 or X54. From Poole take the number 40 or X54. From Swanage take the number 30 or 40. From West Lulworth take the 30 or X54. From Weymouth take the number 30 or X54.

By Train: Wareham Railway Station (on the London Waterloo to Weymouth line) is found less than a mile from the Town Centre. You can catch bus number 40 or X54 from the Railway Station to the Town Centre.

Journey planning: Visit the Traveline website: www.travelinesw.com