Mother's Day Cream Tea Cruise

Mothering Sunday on the water

Make this Mother’s Day unforgettable with a scenic cruise the whole family will love. Set sail onto the calm waters of the Exe Estuary for some much-needed quality time together, complemented by a delicious, traditional Devon cream tea served right on board.

Cruise Duration: Approx. 1hour 15mins
Departure Point: Exmouth Marina
Adult Price: £15.00 | Child Price (ages 15 or under): £12.00
Groups (15+ adults): £13.50
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Mother's Day Cream Tea with clotted cream and jam on a Stuart Line Cruise.

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Trip Description

Celebrate Mum on the Exe Estuary

Treat your mum to an afternoon of pure relaxation. Our Mother’s Day cruise is a 6-mile circular journey departing from Exmouth Marina, taking you through the tranquil waters of the River Exe toward the historic Powderham Castle. Whether you choose to soak up the fresh air on our open-top upper deck - complete with cosy blankets to snuggle under - or enjoy the views from our toasty, heated lower deck with panoramic windows, you are guaranteed the best seat in the house.

An Authentic Devon Cream Tea

Our cream tea is the star of the show and one you’ll remember long after we dock. We keep it strictly local:

Freshly Baked: Scones sourced from our favorite bakery.
The Devon Way: Served with heaps of local clotted cream on the bottom, topped with an indulgent dollop of scrumptious strawberry jam.
Paired Perfectly: Accompanied by freshly brewed tea or coffee.

Relax with a Local Tipple

Looking for something a little extra? Our fully licensed onboard bar serves a curated selection of refreshments, including Copperfrog Gin, which is distilled right here in Exmouth. From local spirits to hot and cold snacks, we have everything you need to toast to the wonderful women in your life.

Award-Winning Service & Accessibility

As you sail, your Skipper will provide live, informative, and enjoyable commentary, ensuring you don’t miss a thing on this beautiful river.

Planning your visit: We aim to be as inclusive as possible and can accommodate manual wheelchairs on board. However, please note that our vessels do have some steps to navigate during the boarding process. To ensure your comfort and safety, we strongly recommend:

Checking our Accessibility Page for detailed boarding information.
Giving us a call on 01395 222144 before booking so we can discuss your specific requirements and ensure this cruise is right for you.

Our friendly crew are always on hand to assist where possible to make your Mother's Day celebration seamless and stress-free.

FAQs

The Mother's Day Experience

Question: What is included in the Mother’s Day Cream Tea Cruise? Answer: Each adult ticket includes a delicious, traditional Devon Cream Tea, featuring a large plain scone, plenty of West Country clotted cream, strawberry jam, and a choice of tea or coffee. It is the ultimate way to treat Mum to a classic local tradition.

Question: What is the atmosphere like on the Mother's Day cruise? Answer: This is a gentle, relaxed cruise along the River Exe. We provide a calm and elegant environment with light background music, making it the perfect setting for families to celebrate together while enjoying the views of the estuary.

Question: How long is the Mother's Day Cream Tea Cruise? Answer: The cruise lasts approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. This is a perfect duration for enjoying a cream tea while sailing past the historic Powderham Estate and the beautiful sandbanks of the Exe.

Booking & Suitability

Question: Do I need to book in advance for Mother's Day? Answer: Yes. Mother's Day is one of our busiest days of the year and these cruises always sell out. We strongly recommend booking your tickets as soon as they are released to ensure you don't miss out on this popular treat.

Question: Can I buy a ticket as a gift? Answer: Yes. You can book directly for the date or purchase a gift voucher through our website, which Mum can then use to book her preferred cruise (subject to availability).

Question: Is this cruise suitable for all ages? Answer: Absolutely! Our Mother's Day cruise is a multi-generational event. We have full accessibility for standard wheelchairs and plenty of space for families with young children, making it part of a wonderful day out for the whole family.

Comfort & Refreshments

Question: Do you offer a gluten-free cream tea? Answer: Yes. We are happy to provide gluten-free. Please ensure you specify any dietary requirements in the "notes" section at the time of booking so we can have the correct treats ready for your table.

Question: Is the boat undercover if it rains? Answer: Yes. Our vessels feature large, undercover heated lower decks with panoramic windows. You can enjoy your cream tea in total warmth and comfort regardless of the March weather.

Question: Is the bar open for other drinks? Answer: Yes. In addition to your included tea or coffee, our fully licensed bar is open serving a range of local ales, wines, Prosecco, and soft drinks.

Question: Are dogs allowed on the Mother's Day cruise? Answer: Yes. Well-behaved dogs on leads are more than welcome to join the family on board for this cruise free of charge.

Recent Reviews

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Roo

22:26 02 Feb 26

Such a great day! Went on the winter birds cruise today and it was brilliant. The person doing the commentary on the birds (sorry I forgot their name) was super knowledgeable and the trip was all round fantastic, the small bar is also very reasonably priced! Saw a peregrine falcon chasing a flock of avocets - absolutely majestical! Cant recommend highly enough, the work they are doing for nature and conservation of the river mouth is really awesome. Hats off.

Mark

21:47 05 Dec 25

Had another fabulous BirdWatching Cruise on 02/12/25 with a day of clear blue skies and a fabulous array of wonderful wildlife on the Exe. As per previous trips the crew and guide were excellent and made for 3 hours of a thoroughly enjoyable and enriching experience. The hot chocolate and pasty was most welcome and I can’t recommend these cruises enough and they offer terrific value as well.

Mel P.

17:16 03 Dec 25

We had a fabulous guided bird watching trip today. The weather was superb as was The Pride of Exmouth, all the staff and our bird guider for the trip. Stuart Lines really do think of everything to make sure everyone has a great experience . 5 stars from us. Thank you

Derek M.

21:02 19 Nov 25

I attended an excellent Stuart Line guided bird watching cruise from Exmouth to Topsham and back. The Pride of Exmouth was in superb condition, the ornithologist's commentary and interaction with visitors was great, the crew members were helpful and friendly, the range of refreshments was excellent and the bathroom facilities were better than any I've seen on similar boats. Exmouth and the River Exe are beautiful places to visit at any time, but the thousands of migratory birds (and a few seals) are an added attraction always worth seeing over the winter. The cruise was not expensive and better than good value for money.

I have no hesitation in recommending a trip with Stuart Line Cruises if you want to enjoy a relaxing experience in beautiful surroundings.

Michael C.

21:04 12 Nov 25

Had a wonderful cruise down the river Exe today on the Pride Of Exmouth which is run by Stuart Line Cruises.
Very lucky to find something to do that's open or still operating in the winter. Adult price was less than £10 absolute bargain. The cruise itself was around one and half hours.
On board there is a heated cabin and an open air deck above. Toilets are also on board as is a little gift section by the cafe which has a licenced bar.
As its winter we indulged in a hot mince pie and mulled wine. A big thankyou to all the great staff and the captain. All in all great value for money with an outstanding professional company.

Henry J.

19:24 08 Oct 25

Stuart Line were absolutely fantastic! From the moment we contacted the office to the actual event, the team could not have done any more for us. Amanda in the office is an absolute gem to work with.
On the day, the boats arrived for our wedding on time, they were clean and the staff were impeccable! They were playing the music we'd requested and the whole journey was seamless. Our guests had a fabulous time and very much enjoyed the prosecco we purchased through Stuart Line.
The bees knees of wedding transport! I would give more stars if I could!

Elaine H.

11:32 30 Sep 25

We booked a short trip on the Tudor Rose to scatter my husband's ashes at sea, and his mum's ashes too. We were well looked after by Will and Kev who made sure we knew what we were doing and were so friendly. We had 4 small children with us, who loved the trip and it was so much nicer than an ordinary funeral. We scattered the ashes with petals and roses and the children blew bubbles - a lovely way for them to say goodbye to their grandad who loved the sea and boats and especially Budleigh Salterton. We then raised a glass to Geoff and Buddy and the children had ice-cream. We were lucky with the weather too, a great tribute and fitting way to remember them both.
Thank you Will and Kev, and Amanda who helped us to make the arrangements. I can't recommend Stuart Line Cruises highly enough.

A Google U.

11:32 30 Sep 25

David P.

18:03 20 Sep 25

Had a wonderful cruise along the coast complete with cream tea. Scones were already loaded with cream and jam yes, but I can,t see how you could do it yourself on bouncing boat at sea. Very informative commentary. All crew were very happy and helpful. Can,t wait to visit again for another trip. Thanks for a lovely afternoon! I even got a September sun tan

Georgina C.

20:36 03 Sep 25

Second time we did a trip and it was as good as the first.
Very easy to book and very organised. The captain gave us a good commentary on the way out. The facilities on board are good. There is a bar serving hot and cold drinks and snacks (crisps/choc bars). You can go and get them yourselves or wait for someone to come and take your order.
We were on the upper deck which was outside and were given blankets and umbrellas as the weather was a bit changeable. You could also go inside where it was dry and warmer.
I really recommend them for a lovely day out.

Joanne R.

11:33 07 Aug 25

We booked a private Cruise for the Exetraordinary Women WI Summer Party and had the most amazing evening. The booking process with Amanda was so smooth and professional and nothing was too much trouble. The catering options were very good and we went for the BBQ. It was all cooked fresh on the boat and was excellent with great quality burger, sausage and salad. There were even leftovers so people could have seconds. The vegetarian option was just as good and everyone was so pleased for the price. The bar staff were very efficient and the bottles of wine came out chilled all night - perfect.
Overall we had an amazing night and are looking to book next year as it was such a success and would certainly recommend them for a great evening cruise.

Maria C.

20:15 04 Aug 25

Great day out.
Be warned. They prepare the cream tea before and serve it already loaded with jam and cream. I asked for mine to have only a little cream and I would like to do it myself. The response I got from the member of staff was that they don’t have time to serve it like that. I explained nicely that I’m a bit fussy but she did get a bit frustrated. I did get the spare scone with just jam on and it was absolutely delicious. Our party of four had a great time and loved it.
Customer service was just a bit rude by one member with my requirements.

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Stuart Line Cruises is an award-winning, family-run business, operating on the River Exe and along the East Coast and South Devon coastlines, from the traditional seaside town of Exmouth, in Devon.

Now running over 50 years, we passionately believe that the River Exe and nearby coastlines of the Jurassic Coast and English Riviera are unrivaled in terms of history, beauty and wildlife and cannot wait to share them with you.

If you are interested in taking this cruise as part of a group, please contact us. We look forward to welcoming you.

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