The Shropshire Lady is a purpose-built accessible day-trip boat, designed to give up to twelve passengers, including wheelchair users, a comfortable and enjoyable way to explore Shropshire’s canals. With full wheelchair access, adapted facilities, and a light, airy saloon, she offers a safe and relaxing day on the water with a trained crew to guide your journey.
Accessible Canal Day Trips
Take a day trip on the Shropshire Lady, a fully accessible canal boat.
The Shropshire Lady, our accessible day-trip canal boat
- Seats 12 – Comfortable fixed seating for all passengers.
- Easy Access – Ramp and hydraulic lift for smooth boarding.
- Wheelchair Friendly – Adapted layout for full onboard access.
Day trip hire on the Shropshire Lady is £150
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Ramp Access & Hydraulic Lift
Boarding is simple and safe with a ramp from the shore and a hydraulic lift into the saloon, suitable for wheelchair users.
Wheelchair-Friendly Interior
The Lady’s wide corridor and open layout allow wheelchairs up to 28″ (71cm) to move comfortably from stern to bow.
Accessible Facilities
The interior colours and layout are designed to help those with partial sight. There is an adapted WC on the boat but it is not fully accessible to wheelchair users.
Passenger Comfort & Galley
The saloon includes comfortable fixed seating, heating for cooler days, and a small galley with hob, fridge, sink, crockery and cutlery.
Take a video tour of the Shropshire Lady
Take a closer look at the Shropshire Lady in our video tour and see what makes this accessible day-trip boat so special. From the ramp and hydraulic lift to the spacious saloon and adapted WC, the Lady is designed for comfort, accessibility, and a relaxed day on the canals. Click the button below to see the inventory of everything on board.
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Useful Information
What should we bring on our day-trip?
The day trip on the Shropshire Lady can be as relaxing as you wish to make it. Here’s some tips.
Where can we go on the Shropshire Lady?
Discover suggested routes and highlights along Shropshire’s canals for your day-trip on the Lady.
Do you have a question?
Our team are on hand to answer any questions and help you plan your day on the Shropshire Lady.
Ready to book your canal boat day-trip?
Click Book Now to reserve your accessible canal boat day trip online, or get in touch with us to discuss your plans and ask any questions before you set off.
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Take a little piece of Lyneal home, or treat someone with a gift voucher
Pick up a Lyneal Trust cap (£19.99) for your holiday or a limited 40th Anniversary coaster (£2), designed by students at Thomas Adams School, Wem. You can even gift a day out on the water with a Lyneal Trust gift voucher.
Contact holidays@lyneal-trust.org.uk to purchase or gift an experience.
