Our Trip Boat ‘Savile’

Looking for a unique and relaxing way to experience the beauty of Yorkshire's waterways? Look no further than the Calder Navigation Society and its trip boat, Savile!

The Calder and Hebble Navigation is a stunning waterway that winds through the heart of Yorkshire, offering views of the surrounding towns and countryside with a chance to explore the region from a whole new perspective. And there's no better way to experience this natural wonder than with the Calder Navigation Society's boat trips on Savile.

Savile is a comfortable and spacious vessel that's perfect for exploring the waterways in comfort and style. With its panoramic windows and open deck space, you'll have unparalleled views of the scenery as you glide along the water. And with a range of different trips on offer, there's something for everyone – from short, relaxing jaunts to longer, more adventurous voyages.

The Calder Navigation Society is a non-profit organization that's dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich heritage of the Calder and Hebble Navigation. By taking a trip on Savile, you'll be supporting this important work and helping to ensure that these beautiful waterways are protected for future generations to enjoy. So why not book your trip today and experience the magic of the Calder and Hebble Navigation for yourself?

About Savile

Based at South Pennine Boat Club in Battyeford (Mirfield), "Savile" is used to promote CNS on local waterways. She is a 32 foot craft echoing the style of her predecessor "Doreen", a historic wooden Windermere launch. She was custom built in 1995 by Tayberg Steel Boats of Brighouse, and operates short trips at waterways events to give the public a little taste of their local canal scene. Monies generated from Savile donations go towards her upkeep, providing fuel, licence, insurance and maintenance costs for her to remain on the Calder Valley Navigation system to promote the use of our waterways for all to enjoy. CNS is a registered charity and a non profit organisation and all of our crew are volunteers.

Follow Savile's travels on our Events page.

Private Bookings

Savile can also be made available for private trips of up to 12 passengers at any one time. For further information see our bookings page.

Savile at Brighouse

Savile sailing past the CNS Brighouse cruise terminal in August 2021 (click to enlarge)

Savile at Brighouse

Savile ready to sail from Battyeford in Oct 2010 (click to enlarge)

Savile at Brighouse

Savile 'on manoeuvres' at Brighouse basin in Oct 2010 (click to enlarge)

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Savile at South Pennine Boat Club rally in 2009 (click to enlarge)

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Savile in dry dock for routine maintenance in October 2011 (click to enlarge)

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Savile at Stanley Ferry back in June 2000

Doreen

Savile's predecessor Doreen on the Huddersfield Broad Canal, in about 1991 (click to enlarge)