River Cruiser Boats For Sale UK

Bates Wharf is proud to offer an exceptional selection of new and used river cruiser boats for sale in the UK. Our range features a range of higher-end, luxury vessels ideal for exploring and for lazy days on the water with friends and family.

RAND River Cruisers

Rand is a modern boat manufacturer known for creating some of the most luxurious river cruisers available on the UK market. Our range includes the compact Rand Picnic 18, Breeze 20, and versatile Roamer 29. Each model is ideal for navigating rural rivers and scenic inner-city waterways. These compact day cruisers are all crafted with high attention to detail, with strong hydrodynamic performance and luxurious onboard comfort. Smooth handling and exceptional stability ensure these boats are ideal for cruising rivers and narrow channels.

Social space abounds onboard. Features like picnic areas, wet bars, kitchens, and modular seating enhance every day out on the water, allowing passengers to easily unwind and enjoy time with guests. Eco-friendly engines ensures a near-silent ride, and practical layouts make Rand boats not only enjoyable but also adaptable for extended river trips. Simply put, Rand boats turn every river journey into a truly memorable adventure.

Beneteau Boats

Beneteau is a globally recognised boat manufacturer, celebrated for crafting some of the UK’s most advanced and luxurious motorboats and sailing yachts. At Bates Wharf, we offer a premium selection of new and used Beneteau river cruisers, including the innovative Antares and Flyer ranges, perfect for leisurely cruising and family day trips.

Each Beneteau model is hand-crafted in Europe using only the finest quality materials. Each vessel carries Beneteau's distinct and iconic style, with sleek finishes from bow to stern. Each vessel also delivers on performance, engineered for stability and safe navigation, perfect for families.

The Antares range includes a protected wheelhouse for comfortable all-weather cruising, while the Flyer range combines sporty hulls with versatile open decks for extra stylish boating. Thoughtful layouts, practical social spaces, and their fuel-efficient responsive design ensures Beneteau boats are perfect for exploring rivers in comfort and style.

Bayliner Boats

Bayliner has built a reputation for combining innovation, quality, and accessible luxury, making their boats a standout choice for river cruising. At Bates Wharf, we offer a selection of new and used Bayliner models, from the sporty Bowriders to versatile Deck Boats and comfortable Overnighters. Each boat is designed for smooth handling and stability, perfect for navigating narrow channels and scenic waterways.

Onboard, Bayliner boats provide thoughtful layouts with flexible seating and social spaces that make every outing easy and enjoyable. The cabins on Overnighter models offer comfort for longer excursions, while the responsive hulls of the Bowrider and Deck Boat series ensure a fun yet safe ride.

Used & Second Hand River Cruiser Boats For Sale UK

Our boat brokerage service here at Bates Wharf ensures you have everything you need to enjoy your boat with complete confidence.

We are leading UK dealers for used and second-hand river cruisers. Our comprehensive service includes managing the valuation process to set a fair and appropriate price. Drawing on years of experience in buying and selling boats, we provide an accurate assessment based on the vessel’s model, age, and condition, helping you to secure a high-quality boat at an excellent price.

We also handle the entire handover process from start to finish, creating a smooth and hassle-free purchasing experience. All legal paperwork is expertly managed, and every vessel we handle is thoroughly checked and vetted for mechanical issues and cosmetic damage.

Where possible, we provide on-water demonstrations to confirm that each boat performs as it should. Our service ensures discerning UK buyers can get their hands on high-quality used river cruisers at great value, allowing them to start their next chapter on the water with confidence.

Why Choose Bates Wharf?

When you purchase through Bates Wharf, you’re choosing a company with over 100 years’ experience in the British marine industry. We have helped countless boating enthusiasts find their ideal vessel. Here’s why buying through us makes all the difference:

✔ First-Class Customer Service: We are just as passionate about boating as our customers, and genuinely care about your next adventure on the water. Our knowledgeable team is always on hand to provide expert guidance, offering a fully supported purchasing journey for both new and pre-owned vessels. This includes assistance with financing, part exchanges, warranties, moorings, and much more.

✔ Members of the British Marine Industry: With over a century of experience in recreational boating, we provide a fully guided buying process. We use our industry expertise to help you identify the vessel that best suits your needs, intended use, and budget.

✔ Comprehensive Boating Services: At Bates Wharf, we do more than sell boats. We offer a complete range of services to ensure you have everything you need. From maintenance advice and handling tips to winterisation and boat servicing at our dedicated facilities, we have every base covered, ensuring we're the only boating company you need.

✔ Multiple UK Locations: With offices in Chertsey, Southampton, Poole, and Eastbourne, you can view vessels up close, enjoy walk-throughs, and take part in on-water demonstrations for selected models, ensuring you can be confident in your purchase with us.

Choosing us means you’re not just buying a boat, you gain a partner committed to supporting your journey into recreational motor-boating. For dedicated sales support and access to some of the finest river cruiser boats available in the UK, explore our collection online and get in touch today.