Wheelyboat

In October 2016 we launched a new addition to our fleet - a Wheelyboat. This is a Coulam V20 developed by the Wheelyboat Trust. Designed primarily for people with mobility difficulties, it comes with a drive-from-wheelchair helm as standard. Its huge 84 square feet of floor space can accommodate up to *seven adults (plus two crew) in comfort.

*Wheelyboat Capacity:-

The Wheelyboat's capacity is affected by the combined weight of any wheelchairs taken onboard and may reduce the number of passengers boarding.

For example:- 7 passengers with NO wheelchairs - 6 passengers with wheelchairs not exceeding 100kg in weight - 5 passengers with wheelchairs not exceeding 175kg in weight. Maximum of 3 wheelchairs per trip.

The Wheelyboat operates from Woolverstone Marina from the start of May until the end of September each year.

We also use the Wheelyboat for special trips and during 2017 we did two Arthur Ransome themed trips - around the Walton Backwaters where Arthur Ransome set Secret Waters.

In 2024 we ran a series of wildlife trips on the river Orwell and seal watching trips around the Walton Backwaters in October, when weather permitted.

Last updated 15:12 on 26 January 2025