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Boat Hire in Bedford

Boat Hire in Bedford

Open Weekends from 10am

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Longholme Lake

MK40 3QF, Bedford, Bedford, England, United Kingdom

Seasonal Hours

Today

Closed

We will be open everyday during local half terms and 

in the summer holidays from 10am!


Closed during wet / windy weather. 

Walk in to ride. No bookings available.

New local mini golf at The Kiosk Russell Park


    Boat Hire In Bedford

    Iconic Dragon Boats

    Iconic Dragon Boats

    Iconic Dragon Boats

    We've been at it, replicating our old fleet to bring you this brand new, unique and special design of dragon style boats, iconic to Bedford boating lake.

    Seasonal boat hire

    Iconic Dragon Boats

    Iconic Dragon Boats

    Check our opening schedule to be sure, but as a rule the boats are open seasonally on Saturdays and Sundays and during summer school break, weather permitting. 

    Walk in riders only

    Walk in riders only

    Walk in riders only

    You cant book this service at the moment, 

    please come along and speak to staff to ride.

    If you are not sure about the weather please call us on 01234 954913.

    Local Mini Golf

    Walk in riders only

    Walk in riders only

    The 12 hole ( local) landmark course has a diverse play range and feature designs such as castle mound, and Cardington sheds. Each hole is fitted with an interactive QR scan point so players can learn more about each model feature on the course and it's history in Bedford. 

    So if your a mini golf fanatic or just looking for a round of entertainment with friends or family, 

    put us on the list of things to do this season! 

    Find out more

    Summer 2025

    Boat Hire Tariff

    Prices to ride

    Up to a maximum of 4 people can ride for this price. This is for insurance reasons and stability.

    30 minute hire

    £20

    Enough time to get to the top and back at at slow pace.

    45 minute hire

    £25

    Take another lap, swap rowers and relax.

    60 minute hire

    £30

    Catch a tan, watch the wildlife and really take your time.

    A £10 deposit is required in addition on all tariffs. Dont be late back, damage or dirty the boat. Management reserve the right to decline boat hire without reason.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Please reach us at hello@thelongholme.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

    Due to vessel stability and insurance conditions we strictly limit this to 4 people per boat, this number includes infants & smaller children


    To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16.

    Riders under the age of 16 must have consent given by a guardian who is with them. Said guardian will need to sign the hire agreement. Management will asses each group individually with a view on safety and suitability and have the right to decline hire based on this. All riders need to be 12 months or older to board.


    Provided that you haven't broken the rules etc, if you paid your deposit in cash it will be returned to you when your hire is finished. If you paid on Card, it is possible that refunds may take 48 hours to appear back on your account, although funds are often cleared for the next day. 


    No. Please do not consume anything except water when riding. 


    Yes. Please clean up any hair and other dog related 'mess' before you get back to the jetty. Be sure you keep your dog on a lead for the duration of your hire. Wildlife such as swans have priority and should not be distressed by dogs. Life jackets for dogs are not available. 


    No sorry. Staff are on hand for safety when loading and un loading. They can guide you if you are new to rowing but will not be able to board the boat with you. 


    The Rules

    RESPECT THE BOAT, OTHERS AND WILDLIFE

      

    • NO STANDING UP WHEN RIDING 
    •  NO ROCKING OR BUMPING INTO OTHER BOATS
    • NO SPLASHING OTHER USERS ON LAKE
    • DO NOT LEAVE THE BOAT DURING THE HIRE
    • NO MORE THAN 4 PEOPLE IN ANY ONE BOAT
    • RETURN ON TIME OR YOUR DEPOSIT WILL BE DEDUCTED
    • NO FOOD OR DRINK ALLOWED IN THE BOATS, EXCEPT BOTTLED WATER
    • RESPECT WILDLIFE AND NESTING AREAS – DO NOT BOARD THE ISLANDS.
    • DO NOT DISEMBARK THE BOATS WITHOUT STAFF ASSISTANCE. 
    • IF YOU ARE STUCK OR IN DANGER CALL 01234 954913
    • MINIMUM AGE TO RIDE IS 12 MONTHS 
    • CHILDREN UNDER 12 YEARS OLD MUST WEAR A LIFE VEST


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    Service Disruption

    Due to a recent arson attack that has affected our back of house areas we are offering a limited service only from 21.06.2025. Boat hire is unaffected. This temporary disruption is being addressed and we will have a full service available again ASAP. Our table booking option will not be available during this time. Please walk in during usual opening times for coffee, cake and light bites. Thank you for your support. 

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