Posts by Stuart Line Cruises
Guided Bird Watching Cruise – 18th November 2025
The weather was dry sunny with a cold northerly wind blowing down the estuary. Visibility was good and set fair for the duration of our cruise but possibility of rain around 15:00. The Pride of Exmouth with Captain Rick at the helm, Steve Manning as my spotter, we set sail along the seafront, then up…
Read MoreGuided Bird Watching Cruise – 17th November 2025
It was a beautiful morning as we left Exmouth, with the sun taking the chill out of the northerly breeze. A small group of Skylarks flew past us at the Marina – evidence of migration that later in the cruise was evidenced by several flocks of Wood Pigeons flying over the estuary. Brent Geese were…
Read MoreGet set for Christmas with FORCE Santa Cycle and Cruise
Every year, we work with FORCE Cancer Charity in Exeter, to provide some festive fun on land and water! We would love to share their guest blog post below for you to find out more about the event. This year’s FORCE Cancer Charity Santa Cycle and Cruise is on Saturday November 29th. Beginning and ending…
Read MoreGuided Bird Watching Cruise – 5th November 2025
It was a full boat that set off up the Exe estuary under cloudy skies, but there was mercifully no rain. Our first birds on Pole Sands were Oystercatchers and Curlew, feeding on cockles in the gravel and sandy islands at the mouth of the estuary. Passing behind Dawlish Warren, there were large numbers of…
Read MoreThe Enduring Voyage: Over 55 Years with Stuart Line Cruises
From humble beginnings to a multi-award-winning attraction, Stuart Line Cruises has been an integral part of Exmouth’s charm for over 55 years. As a family-run passenger boat company, we’ve sailed through decades of change, adapting our fleet and our approach to become a premier Devon attraction. Let me dive into the fascinating history of our…
Read MoreYour Ultimate Summer Guide: Things to Do in Exmouth for the School Holidays!
The school bells are about to chime for the last time this term, and the long-awaited summer holidays are almost upon us! If you’re wondering how to keep the whole family entertained, look no further than our vibrant coastal gem, Exmouth. With its golden sands, sparkling waters, and easy access to stunning natural beauty, Exmouth…
Read MoreDon’t Let a Little Rain Dampen Your Day:
Discover the Unique Magic of an Exmouth Cruise, Whatever the Weather! When planning things to do in Exmouth, it’s natural to dream of glorious sunshine, sparkling blue waters, and golden beaches. But here at Stuart Line Cruises, we’re thrilled to let you in on one of our favourite secrets: some of the most captivating and…
Read MoreGuided Bird Watching Cruise 13th March 2025
March sees the departure of many birds from the Exe to their breeding grounds, but today there were more than enough birds of the estuary to provide both numbers and variety to the eager birdwatchers on board the Pride of Exmouth. Signs of spring were on show, such as Cormorants in their white-necked breeding plumage…
Read MoreGuided Bird Watching Cruise 12th March 2025
The weather was fine dry and the sun made visibility good, however there was showers in the forecast but all was well on board The Pride of Exmouth with Captain Will at the helm. We set sail on another great Birding trip up the estuary with, again great company on board. As the tide was…
Read MoreGuided Bird Watching Cruise 28th Feburary 2025
It was a beautiful afternoon to be out on the estuary, with clear skies, bright sunshine and agentle south-easterly breeze. The new moon combined and high atmospheric pressurebrought a very low tide which held us up at Starcross for a while, but we had a grand time ofit all the same, enjoying the lovely weather…
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