Posts by Stuart Line Cruises
Rain, Rain, Go Away but you WON’T spoil my Day!
Don’t Let the Rain Dampen Your Devon Adventure: Why Stuart Line Cruises Makes a Perfect Rainy Day Out The skies turn gray, a cool breeze picks up, and raindrops pitter-patter against the window. Disappointment sets in – your plans for a sunny day by the Devon coast seem washed away. But fear not, intrepid explorer!…
Read MoreJurassic Coast Trust
Here at Stuart Line Cruises, we love working with others. For the first in a hopeful series of Guest Blog posts, we have invited our friends at the Jurassic Coast Trust. The Jurassic Coast Trust: Guardians of Geological Heritage The Jurassic Coast Trust is an independent charity dedicated to safeguarding and conserving the UNESCO World Heritage status…
Read MoreJune Newsletter
Exeter Canal Cruises are back! Cruise along the oldest working shipping canal in Europe! Join us travelling at a relaxing pace as we sail along Exeter Canal, sit back and soak up the scenery, watch the locks come to life, the swing bridge majestically open, before enjoying the seaside town of Exmouth or Exeter’s Historic…
Read MoreMay Newsletter
A Visit from the CEO of Visit England On Monday 15th April, we were delighted to welcome some of the most influential figures in English tourism aboard for a perfectly breezy River Exe Cruise. Towards the start of April, we received the utterly brilliant news that Devon has been awarded a Local Visitor Economy Partnership…
Read MoreThe River Exe
A Journey Through Time and Nature: Unveiling the Secrets of the River Exe The River Exe, a captivating ribbon of water winding its way through the heart of Devon, England, is more than just a scenic waterway. It’s a living testament to the region’s rich history, a haven for diverse wildlife, and a source of…
Read MoreExploring the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Imagine stepping back in time, not with a time machine, but by simply sailing along a coastline. This isn’t science fiction; it’s the reality of the Jurassic Coast, a breathtaking stretch of coastline in southern England designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. But what exactly is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and why is…
Read MoreApril Newsletter
English Riviera Airshow 2024 From the birds on the Estuary in last months newsletter, to a different type of bird! The English Riviera Air Show – have released more details about this years airshow. Previously the Torbay Air Show – is a magnificent flying feast for the eyes. This is the first show of the…
Read MoreBird Watching Cruises – 9th March 2024
With heavy rain forecast, we expected the worst but as often happens on these cruises we were pleasantly surprised that the worst of the rain held off until we got off the boat when we returned to Exmouth. Not that it would have mattered with a covered heated lower deck to our comfort! As we…
Read MoreGuided Bird Watching – 8 March 2024
The fresh ESE wind persisted, but the cloudy start ended in pleasant sunshine. The cruise started well, with a Red-breasted Mergansers and a loose group of Eiders, the latter diving over the mussel beds. A dozen or more Shags were seen in the outer part of the estuary, including nice views of breeding plumage adults…
Read MoreGuided Bird Watching – 7th March 2024
There was a fresh ESE wind today, but mostly sunny conditions. Groups of Brent Geese were feeding in the Wildlife Refuge area at Dawlish Warren, the first of maybe a thousand seen today! A dozen or more Shags were scattered around the outer part of the estuary, several sporting their breeding crests which blew around…
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