Boats Boats
Skippered Boats
Thames Childe
£850.00/ per day
Seats 4 plus a skipper
Can be fully covered
Buoyancy aids available
Comfortable seating
Pricing
From£550.00 / per hour
Brand new in 2023 to Hobbs of Henley’s luxury fleet is Lilibet, a stunning 40 ft 12C Piper Hybrid Motor Cruiser , which is the next level in boating luxury on the River Thames.
Our skipper and crew can host up to 12 passengers who can provide the finest hospitality aboard in partnership with one of our award winning appointed caterers .
Lilibet can cruise for 5 hrs on electric power, providing peaceful and calm cruising , whilst being sympathetic to the environment and has a double berth with ensuite shower and toilet , a galley kitchen and comfortable seating for up to 12 guests .
Lilibet is a new concept in skippered corporate and private boat charter , and is perfect for Henley Regatta, Henley Festival and for all manner of events and entertaining . If you would like to book this boat as a skippered hire during Henley Festival please click here.
Pick up and drop off is from Hobbs Boatyard only, should you want to arrange alternative locations please call the office to see if this is possible.
Only available with 5 days notice – please call the office, if you would like to book a boat in less than 5 days.
Why not order a Hobbs hamper to complete your ultimate cruising experience, or to find out what other catering options are available please call the office. We can also provide drinks and flower arrangements onboard for you and your guests to enjoy.
Seats 12
Music system
Fridge to cool drinks
Fully covered
Comfortable seating
Tables
Teak deck bathing platform
Electric sun roof
Solar panels
Buoyancy aids available
Environmentally friendly
Bathroom with shower
Hybrid, electric power for 5 hours
Length 12m
Boats Boats
Skippered Boats
£850.00/ per day
Seats 4 plus a skipper
Can be fully covered
Buoyancy aids available
Comfortable seating
Lilibet is our most luxurious 12 seater boat. She has a galley, toilet and bathroom on board as well as can be fully enclosed in inclement weather. She is a stunning boat and ideal for a special intimate celebration.
Yes, all customers have access to buoyancy aids before their departure. A staff member will show you where to access these before you head off. Buoyancy aids are included in the price of the hire of the boat.
No you can’t. Anyone over the age of 1 years old is classed as a passenger. You cannot exceed the limits on the boats, this Is bound by law.
Yes of course! However, you cannot book this online please call the office on 01491 572035 to book this in
It’s available to hire from April – September by the hour or by the day (10am – 5pm except at Regatta where it is 10am-6pm)
This can be possible subject to availability, please ask your skipper onboard and he can contact the office if this is possible, payment will then have to be made at the end of the hire for the additional time.
All Hobbs of Henley skippers have great knowledge of the local area and will plan the best route for you on the day subject to river conditions and traffic unless you have your own preferences.
Yes, you are permitted to bring all your own food and drink onboard our skippered launches. You can also enjoy a sumptuous hamper or visit a riverside restaurant.