The John Bunyan Community Boat returns for the 2025 summer season. From April to September will see the familiar sight of the blue and white John Bunyan Community Boat gracing the River Great Ouse in and around Bedford, so head to their website and book a trip on the boat to enjoy the Spring sunshine and calming waters of the river. It is hard to improve on a peaceful and tranquil meander through the countryside around Bedford or enjoy views of the town and Embankment from a new vantage point, whilst taking refreshments from the galley.

The John Bunyan Community Boat will be retaining popular cruises from previous years, including Afternoon Tea cruises, Fish & Chip cruises for lunch, and supper and music cruises featuring Jazz, Motown or Irish music. There will also be a return of the much-loved Anchor Lunch Cruise to Great Barford and the Sunday Afternoon Cruise. There are some new cruises launching too; enjoy a cream tea onboard as part of your ticket with a Cream Tea Cruise, or enjoy a glass of fizz onboard the Sunset & Prosecco Cruise.

Children will be able to enjoy popular EyeSpy cruises along the Embankment during the summer holidays, as well as bank holiday short cruises, all departing from the Suspension Bridge. Why not make a day of it and head to Longholme boating lake after your cruise for more fun on the water, or perhaps take in a game of Landmark Golf in Russell Park.

Please note at the time of going to press, the timetable is still being finalised, however their website features a number of cruises currently available for booking.