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Beyond the Boat: Why it is cooler on the water to escape the Summer Heatwaves

Summer in Devon is hard to beat, but when heatwaves arrive and inland temperatures climb, finding a way to enjoy the sunshine without feeling overheated can be a real challenge. Strolling through sun-baked town centres, sitting in hot car parks,…

Beyond the Boat: A Short History of The Changing Face of Exmouth Seafront

Today, a stroll along Queen’s Drive is all about relaxed seaside living: grabbing a coffee, rock-pooling, letting the children run around the play area or beach, enjoying water sports, or heading for a bite to eat or ice cream with…

Beyond the Boat: Tracing the Lost Railway from Exmouth to Sidmouth

If you have ever taken a trip along the East Devon coast, you will know just how breathtaking the scenery is. The sweeping views, the rolling green hills, and those striking red Jurassic cliffs make every journey special. Today, if…

Beyond the Boat: Unlocking the Global Importance of the River Exe

When you step aboard one of our vessels, you might just see the beautiful Devon countryside or the historic Topsham waterfront. But as we sail the tranquil waters of the Exe Estuary, we are navigating one of the most ecologically…

25 Years of Wonder

Celebrating World Heritage Day at the Start of the Jurassic Coast Today, April 18th, the world celebrates World Heritage Day. But for us here in Exmouth, today marks something even more extraordinary. We are officially celebrating the 25th Anniversary of…

A Match Made in Devon: Welcoming Foxcombe Bakehouse

At Stuart Line Cruises, we have always believed that the secret to a memorable day on the water lies in the details. While the stunning views of the Jurassic Coast or River Exe do much of the heavy lifting, a…

A Taste Of Devon: Brewing Beer By The Coast

At Stuart Line Cruises, we are incredibly proud of our Devon heritage and are always looking for ways to enhance our passengers’ experience on the water. As part of our commitment to supporting fellow local businesses, we are delighted to…

Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 18th March 2026

Today saw the final birdwatching cruise of the 2025-26 season. It was a beautiful, spring-like day, although the stiff easterly wind made holding binoculars steady rather difficult. Many of the estuary’s wintering birds have taken advantage of recent fine weather…

Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 4th March 2026

The weather was dry but very murky; visibility was poor with reports of an improving picture for the duration of our cruise, but it turned out to be murky the whole trip! This didn’t dampen spirits, however, and we were…