Bull Point Lighthouse and the Western Coastline: What You’ll See on a Princess Western Cruise
August 14, 2026
Organising a group day out is always partly a logistics exercise, and the logistics of a boat trip can feel daunting if you are thinking about catering for mixed ages, different levels of mobility, and the varying appetites for excitement that any real group of people contains. The Ilfracombe Princess was built for exactly this challenge.
With capacity for up to 100 passengers, an enclosed lower deck with seating and toilet facilities, an open upper deck for those who want the full coastal experience, and a crew experienced at making diverse groups genuinely comfortable, the Princess is the most inclusive group boat experience available from any North Devon harbour.
What Makes the Princess Right for Groups
The key advantage of the Princess for group bookings is that she does not require every member of the group to want the same thing. The person who wants to stand on the upper deck with binoculars watching seabirds can do so. The grandmother who would prefer to sit in the enclosed lower deck with a hot drink and watch the coast through the windows can do that. The children who want to run between the two decks can do that too.
This flexibility makes the Princess the natural choice for:
- Birthday parties and milestone celebrations: mixed age groups where everyone needs to be comfortable
- Family reunions: three generations on one boat, each enjoying the experience differently
- School and educational trips: the crew provide an informative and engaging commentary on the coast, wildlife, and history throughout
- Coach and tour groups: the Princess can accommodate a full coach party and has experience working with group tour operators
- Corporate group days: a two-hour coastal cruise creates a shared experience that works as both entertainment and team event
Private Hire for Your Group
For groups who want the Princess exclusively, private hire is available for scheduled route timings. A private sailing means your group is the only passenger group on board, the crew are focused entirely on your party, and the experience can be shaped more specifically around your group’s interests.
Private hire is particularly popular for birthday sailings, school and college groups, and corporate events where the exclusivity adds to the occasion.
Dogs and Accessibility
Dogs are welcome on the lower deck of the Princess, making her one of the few group boat experiences in North Devon that genuinely includes everyone in the party including the four-legged members. For accessibility requirements including mobility aids and wheelchair users, contact us before booking to discuss what we can accommodate for your specific group.
Booking for Groups
Group bookings of ten or more passengers should contact us directly to discuss availability and arrangements. We can hold provisional bookings while your group finalises numbers and will work with group organisers to ensure the logistics are straightforward.
Book or enquire about group boat trips at ilfracombeprincess.co.uk
