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BISHOP’S BOATS Seal Trips to Blakeney Point

01263 740753, or book online, seal trips with bishop’s boats., see the seals in their natural environment, basking on blakeney point or swimming freely around the boat..

The best way to see the wildlife on Blakeney Point is to enjoy a seal trip , with Bishop’s Boats. Blakeney Point has one of the largest Grey seal colony’s in England, and thousands of breeding Sandwich terns that migrate there every March until late August. Common seals spend a lot of time hauled out on the sandbank where they have their pups from June until the end of August. Our boats spend plenty of time getting close to the seals which will either be basking on Blakeney Point or popping up around the boat. This is closest you will ever get to see seals in their natural habitat.

Our friendly and knowledgeable crew will guide you throughout your trip on the beautiful North Norfolk water.

Well behaved dogs are welcome (at our discretion). For passenger comfort, Bishop’s Boats operate a non-smoking policy on-board

For all bookings to see the seals, please be aware that we are operating at a reduced capacity for passenger safety and comfort. Please have a quick look at our FAQ’s and news page for the latest information.

“ Lots of seals   We had the choice of several boat trips, really glad we chose this company.”…

“ A Fabulous Experience.   Although we have been to this area on holiday several times, we have never taken a boat trip to see the seals. …”

“ Superb trip – informative, relaxing and fun   Myself and my two sons aged 10 and 12 took an 8.30 trip in late August on Bishop’s Boats. The whole experience was 10/10…”

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*small booking fee applies.

Private charters are available.

Additional information

Boats and crew comply with all requirements by the ‘Maritime & Coastguard Agency’ and carry full life saving and first aid equipment.

Duration of Trips

All trips are Seal trips lasting approximately 1 hr.

Things to Bring

Camera, binoculars, suncream, waterproof and warm clothing.

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Collecting Tickets

You will be able to collect your tickets from Morston Quay, which is where our boats depart from. All our boats are white and blue and our staff will also be wearing blue. Look out for our signage on the quayside. You pay for your tickets when you collect them on the day of your boat trip. At this current time we do not take credit cards but we're working on it, so please bring cash.

John Bean Boat Trips

Blakeney seal trips.

Daily boat trips to see Blakeney Point’s famous seals and birds in their natural habitat.

Our boat trips are the best way to get up close with Blakeney Point seals

Covid-19 updates.

Following the relaxing of Covid regulations on 19th July John Bean Boats Trips are still committed to the safety of their passengers.

Your health and safety remains our top priority. we continue to follow additional hygiene and safety measures on arrival and throughout the trip. Please take careful note of our safety measure (below).

• PRE BOOK BY PHONE IN ADVANCE - we will have to take a contact number from you which will be kept secure for 21 days.
• BE ABLE TO EMBARK / DISEMBARK WITHOUT ASSISTANCE OR WITH MINIMAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE CREW
• PLEASE FEEL FREE TO WEAR A FACE MASK/COVERING IF THIS MAKES YOU MORE COMFORTABLE.
• PAYMENT IS TO BE MADE ON THE DAY. Card payment is often available but not guaranteed due to poor WiFi connection on the quayside so please arrive with cash just in case (the correct amount wherever possible to minimise handling.)
• THE NATIONAL TRUST TOILETS & CAFÉ ARE NOW CURRENTLY OPEN ON MORSTON QUAY. Please note Toilet facilities are limited so please allow extra time.
• THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO LANDINGS ON BLAKENEY POINT and all seal trips will last approx one hour
• TO ENSURE THE MAXIMIMUM COMFORT OF OUR PASSENGERS TRIPS WILL CONTINUE AT REDUCED CAPACITY FOR THE REMAINING SEASON, for high risk groups you may care to see our page on private charter
• PLEASE FOLLOW STAFF INSTRUCTIONS AS THEY ARE FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY – we reserve the right to refuse passage for anyone unwilling to comply with the above - no refunds will be given.
• IF YOU NEED TO CANCEL CONTACT OUR BOOKING HOTLINE ON: 01263 740 625.- Please DO notify us if you have pre-booked and are not coming as seats are strictly limited and we will be able to re-allocate your booking.
• Boarding and disembarking may take a little longer than normal - please be patient, relax and enjoy your trip.

We look forward to seeing you and... don’t forget your camera!

We board one of our three, blue and white custom ferries at Morston and head up Morston Creek before entering Blakeney Harbour.

Blakeney Point is one of the most important migration routes in Europe, so we'll see a lot of migrating birds on our way to the Seal Colony.

Our crew will give you a taste of the local history as we travel past the old Blakeney Lifeboat station.

We arrive at Blakeney Point, where we usually see Common and Grey Seals hauled out.

It's not uncommon for seals to pop out around the boat as we approach close. We also turn and get closer for plenty of photo opportunities.

Plan your Blakeney Point seal trip

It is wise to book in advance for our seal trips, which run at different times according to the tides (see the timetable) . Morston Quay's car park can be busy during busy periods, so give yourself plenty of time to park, and arrive at your departure point on time.

Even in the summer, it can feel cooler on the water with spray coming over the boats. Make sure you have enough clothing and wear sensible footwear, as it can get slippery underfoot.

While on your trip, you'll have plenty to see, so don't forget to bring your camera to capture those special moments. You'll be able to get close to the seals and see them clearly, but you might want to bring binoculars to view the amazing array of birds.

Blakeney Point Seals

The colony is made up of over 10,000 common and grey seals

Seals spend up to 90% of their lives basking on the sandbanks

A female seal lives up to 35 years

Seals can reach speeds up to 22mph in the water

In certain waters seals have been recorded diving to a depth of 600ft

Common Seals

The common seal is smaller than the grey seal, with a shorter head and concave forehead. Common seals have V-shaped nostrils and are variable in colour, from blonde to black, but generally grey with dark spots. During the summer, common seal pups are born, and these pups can swim after just a few hours of life!

The grey seal's larger size and sloping 'roman nose' profile distinguish it from the common seal. Straight on, their nostrils appear parallel, not v-shaped as they do in common seals. Individuals can be identified by the distinctive pattern of dark blotches and spots.In autumn, grey seals give birth to fluffy white pups. They stay on land until they have lost their white coats and tripled their body weight.A grey seal's young are born between November and January.

Blakeney Point Birds

Summer visitors, winter months.

Frequently asked questions

All well behaved dogs are always welcome! Please be considerate of other passengers who may not be keen on dogs.

All of our Boats are open top, so always best to come prepared

We run all 12 months, but our times will always vary so please check our timetable.

To book please call 01263 740625 or via email [email protected] . We usually take bookings up to a month in advance earlier booking will be considered.

We do have access to a card machine, however these are run by phone signal and not always reliable, so bringing cash is also advisable.

For bookings of 5 and under - we will save your seats for you to turn up and pay on the day. (If you can't make it for any reason all we ask is you let us know as soon as possible) For bookings of over 5 - We will ask for a deposit to confirm your booking before the date of your trip

You pay for your tickets on the day when you collect them from Morston Quay (Full instructions will be given upon booking)

The boats depart from MORSTON QUAY ~ NR25 7BH. Situated on the A149 Coast Road between Blakeney and Wells next sea, further details on finding us in our contact page

All our boats are white and blue and our staff will be wearing blue also look out for our signage and Blue flags on the quayside

The MCA regulations state that we have to carry life rafts and life jackets on board. Life jackets only have to be worn in an emergency

No - sorry the boats are not big enough for toilets, there are however toilets on Morston Quay and on Blakeney Point

No - sorry the rate is the same as for adults

Yes - we go all weather if it is safe to do so. Very occasionally we do have to cancel if it's too windy

No - but we advise sensible clothing to suit the weather (its always a bit cooler on the water!) Sensible footwear is also advised as the quayside and Blakeney Point both have uneven surfaces and are tidal areas

Yes - there is a big National Trust car park next to the quayside just a short stroll to the boats. ("Pay and display" but free to National Trust members)

Yes - the Coast Hopper bus stop is in Morston village, about 5 minutes walk to the quayside

A seal trip on its own lasts for around one hour.

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• Adults £20 per head
• Children £10 per head
• Infants under 2 go for free

We also like catering for private parties, schools and other charters. Call us to discuss!

Booking Tickets

Trip times vary according to tides and booking is always advisable particularly during holiday periods.

To book, call us between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Sunday on 01263 740792 or 07563 332088. Tickets can also sometimes be purchased at our departure point from Morston Quay in advance of sailing times, but we recommend calling as early as possible, for the best chance of availability.

Collecting Tickets

Tickets can be collected at our departure point, Morston Quay up to 30 minutes in advance of sailing.

Please allow yourself plenty of time, especially during busy periods .

More information available on our Find us  page.

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Adults: £20.00 ~ children: £10.00 (14 & under) ~ infants: free (2 & under), booking by telephone only 01263 740505 (sorry we cannot accept bookings by email), lines are open: 08.30am - 5.00pm every day, please call our booking line if you need to cancel your booking. (out of hours for cancellations only 07972 148776 ), please note the following before you book.

• PRE BOOK BY PHONE IN ADVANCE - we will take a contact number from you in the unlikely event we need to contact you.
• YOU SHOULD BE ABLE TO EMBARK / DISEMBARK WITH SOME GENTLE ASSISTANCE FROM THE CREW
• PLEASE PAY ON THE DAY Card machine availability down to WiFi signal availability so please have an (exact) cash alternative.
• TOILETS AND CAFÉ are available on Morston Quay, facilities are limited so please allow extra time.
• THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO LANDINGS ON BLAKENEY POINT and all seal trips will last approx one hour
• PLEASE FOLLOW CREW INSTRUCTIONS – we reserve the right to refuse passage for anyone behaving in an anti-social manner

Please be patient... relax... and enjoy your trip!

Departure times vary according to high tide times - our next trip times are displayed in the footer on each page of the website, for planning further ahead see our Timetable . Subject to demand and tide extra trips may be arranged so always check when booking.

Departure Details

Departures are from Morston Quay (see getting here for directions). You will receive details of departure point, time and where to collect your tickets when you book. All our boats are orange and white and leave from the landing stage marked “BEANS BOATS PLEASE WAIT HERE”. One of our crew, wearing an orange top, w on the quay to show you to your departure point.

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SEAL TRIPS & BLAKENEY POINT

Call to book 01263 740791

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All our bookings are made by telephone, and we ask you to arrive at our office (our white camper van) on Morston quay (NR25 7BH) to collect your tickets at least 30 minutes prior to departure, paying for them with card or cash.

Having collected your tickets from our office, we will direct you to the Temple Seal Trip boats, our red and white fleet consisting of the Four Sisters, Morston Ferry and Lily Too.

The boats will take you out to Blakeney Harbour, an Area of Natural Outstanding Beauty, with our fully qualified skippers and crew who will share their abundant knowledge of the harbour, including the fascinating history the area holds The trip will continue past the iconic Lifeboat House, towards the end of Blakeney Point, which is home to both the Common and Grey Seals.

We view mostly Common seals in the summer months, who have arrived at Blakeney Point to have their pups. They will be located on the end of the Point, with the pups arriving approximately June and continuing throughout the summer until the end of August.

The common seal pups can swim as soon as they are born, so we never know when we will see one, but they are out there ready to be spotted! It is a beautiful time to see the seals with the sun shining and the seals basking.

The Grey Seals begin to arrive in number during the autumn months and start having their pups towards the end of November. Each year is a record year, the numbers increasing rapidly, and we can now expect this figure to be over 5,000 pups. It is a truly phenomenal sight. The seals and their pups will be covering the whole of Blakeney Point for the duration of December.

We will approach the seals close in, towards the shore where we are able. The seals are very inquisitive animals and will often swim around the boat, so don’t forget your camera!

The views are stunning and the whole trip is second to none Our skippers are very experienced in what they offer and will endeavour to provide to you the best trip possible.

There are times of the year when seal numbers can be scarce, and we will share this information on the phone and website. We are happy to go out and see what we can find but due to these animals living completely in the wild, we cannot ever guarantee what you will see.

The views are stunning, and the whole trip is second to none. Come prepared for the weather, extra layers in the winter and sun-cream, bottle of water and hats in the summer!

A trip on the boats is the perfect chance to soak in the fresh air of the North Norfolk coast, and visit wildlife in its natural surroundings.

A unique experience that the Temple family love sharing with all their customers.

The views are stunning and the whole trip is second to none

For any questions or to help plan your day please call 01263 740791

We cannot take bookings by email, but please ring to reserve your seats. Places fill very quickly so we suggest you book early to avoid disappointment.

For any questions or to help plan your day please call

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See all the gems of historical and cultural center of the capital in short time and without traffic jams or tiresome walking.

Depending on the itinerary and duration of the Moscow River boat trip, the tour can be 3 or 5 hours.

Highlights of the tour

• St Basil’s Cathedral;
• Stalin skyscraper on Kotelnicheskaya (Tinkers) embankment;
• The Kremlin;
• “House on the Embankment” Stalin skyscraper;
• Monument to Peter I;
• The Central House of Artists;
• Christ the Savior Cathedral;
• Gorky Park;
• Moscow State University;
• Russian Academy of Sciences;
• Luzhniki stadium;
• Novodevichy Monastery;
• Kiev railway station;
• Europe Square;
• Moscow City Hall;
• Government House;
• Expocentre Exhibition Complex;
• and other famous sights.

You will learn about the different epochs of the city from the foundation in 1147 till Soviet times of 20 th  century.

Moscow River

Moskva river has the form of a snake and is the main waterway of Moscow, consisting of a cascade of reservoirs. Within the city, Moskva river is 80 km long, 120 m - 200 m wide and up to 14 m deep. The narrowest part of the river is the Kremlin area in the city center, and the most extensive is around the Luzhniki Stadium in the south. 

Bridges in Moscow

Undoubtedly, bridges and embankments are among the most scenic spots and main attractions of Moscow. Plus, they are so romantic.

• Bolshoy Kamenny Bridge –  Great Stone Bridge –  is the main bridge of Moscow . The first stone bridge was constructed here in the 17th century.
• Patriarshy Bridge  is one of the youngest pedestrian bridges, built in 2004. The bridge connects the iconic Christ the Saviour Cathedral with funky Bersenevskaya embankment, extremely popular place among locals for its trendy art galleries, cafes and panoramic views. Patriarshy Bridge used to be a shooting location for ex-Russian President Dmitry Medvedev's New Year speech to the nation.
• Borodinsky Bridge,  erected in honor of the 100th anniversary of the glorious victory in the Battle of Borodino (which every Russian kid knows about), a fierce legendary battle during the Russo-French war of 1812.
• Bagration Bridge  one of the  pedestrian bridges with most picturesque views of the Moskva River with its numerous upper-level observation platforms. The bridge was erected to celebrate the 850th anniversary of Moscow city in 1997.
• Krymsky Bridge  used to be in Top 5 Europe’s longest bridges some 100 years ago. The bridge got its name after the ancient Krymsky ford which Crimean Tartars used to invade Moscow in the 16 th  century.

Embankments of Moscow

Moscow river boats 37 embankments, the most popular being Kremlevskaya, Sofiyskaya, Pushkinskaya, Vorobyovskaya and Kolomenskaya.

You can get the most spectacular views of the Kremlin from  Kremlevskaya and Sofiyskaya embankments.

• Pushkinkaya embankment  is the most romantic in Moscow. It meanders along Gorky Park and Neskuchnyi garden and is rich for all kinds of entertainment as well as cozy nooks, including Olivkovy beach, the famous Zeleny theater as well as a pier for river cruisers.
• Vorobyevskaya embankment  is part of Sparrow Hills nature reserve. This place opens a beautiful panorama of the river and city from the observation deck and is considered to be the place for taking serious decisions in life.
• Embankment in Kolomenskoye  Museum-Reserve has a special charm due to its peculiar geographical relief. The boat trip around Kolomenskoye would be the most peaceful in your life.
• Taras Shevchenko embankment  is popular among photographers for its modern Moscow City skyscrapers. Highly recommended for your night boat trip.
• Embankments of Moscow are the pride of the capital. A distinctive feature of each of the promenades is its architecture and beautiful views. In addition, almost all the embankments of Moscow have a rich history and a lot of notable buildings.

Different epochs

Taking a walk along the Moskva River by boat, you will witness the architecture of Moscow from different eras and styles. Archaeological studies indicate that already in the XI century there stood a fortified settlement on Borovitsky hill, which is now called the Kremlin. Little fortress could not accommodate all the residents of the rapidly growing city, and the Grand Duke ordered the construction of a new Kremlin, larger than the former.

Boat trip around Kolomenskoe Park

Moscow river boat trip starts from the pier Klenovy (Maple) Boulevard and provides reat views of Nicholas Perervinsky monastery.

Nicholas Perervinsky monastery was founded at the time of the Battle of Kulikov (1380). The monastery, got its name from the surrounding area – “Pererva”, which can be translated like “tear off” and because of the location –  here it abruptly changed its course, turning to Kolomna, standing on the opposite bank.

Nowadays Kolomenskoye is State Art, Historical, Architectural and Natural Landscape Museum-Reserve, which doors are open to everyone who wants to get in touch with the ancient history of Russia.

Take a break from the big city hustle in the shady parks and gardens of the Kolomenskoe Museum-Reserve. Don’t miss a wonderful Church of the Ascension and Tsar Alexey’s Palace in Kolomenskoye!

Monasteries and temples

• Novospassky Monastery
• Founded in the 13th century on the site where now is located the Danilovsky monastery. After a few decades, in 1330, Ivan Kalita moved the monastery onto the Borovitskii hill of the Kremlin. However, in the 15th century, Spassky Monastery again moved, this time to a more spacious place on Krasnoholmskaya waterfront.
• Church of St. Nicholas in Zayaitskom
• Erected in the middle of the XVIII century in baroque style. The building survived after the 1812 fire, but the utensils were destoyed. Parishioners collected donations and restored the temple on their own. In Soviet times, it was closed and re-opened only in 1992.
• Cathedral of Christ the Savior
• The church was originally erected in honor of the victory over Napoleon and was being under construction for long 44 years. Notoriously demolished in 1937 to be a giant swimming pool under open sky. The current building was constructed in 1990s. It is the tallest and one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world.
• The temple was built in 1679-82, during the reign of Tsar Fedor Alekseevich, in late Muscovite Baroque style and can be characterized as bonfire temple. Each gable is a symbol of a heavenly fire.
• Novodevichy Convent
• The most famous concent and monastery in Moscow, presumably founded in 1524. Novodevichy’s status has always been high among other monasteries, it was in this monastery where the women of the royal blood, the wives of Tsars and local rulers of Moscow were kept in prison as nuns.
• St. Andrew’s church  (male acts as Compound Patriarch of Moscow)
• St. Andrew’s church stands right on the slopes of the Sparrow Hills, on the way down to the Moskva River, on the territory of the Nature Reserve “Sparrow Hills”. The monastery is small in size but is very cozy. It’s situated in a quiet courtyard surrounded by temples, fruit trees and flowers.

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow river cruise.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

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