Swansea Community Boat - "Copper Jack"
River Tawe Boat Trips - a registered charity run entirely by volunteers!River Trips
On our gentle 90-minute boat trip, sit back and relax to discover Swansea’s historic, industrial heritage and how it became known as Copperopolis, while viewing the passing scenery and river bank wildlife.
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Copper Jack
Our boat, “Copper Jack” can carry up to 40 passengers for Public Sailings and is available to hire for celebrations, parties, corporate and group bookings as Private Charters.
A selection of coffees, teas, soft drinks, and snacks are available as well as a fully licensed bar to sell alcohol. Copper Jack is fully accessible with a wheelchair lift and accessible toilet.
Floating Classroom for Schools
As a Floating Classroom we welcome schools from around the area at hugely discounted prices for an enlightening educational experience.
Click HERE to make a provisional booking for a school.
Here for you this winter “Cuppa & Chat”
We are delighted to offer a series of free, 90 minute boat trips on Copper Jack.
On the trip, enjoy a free cup of tea, coffee or soft drink, accompanied by an illustrated talk on Swansea’s rich industrial history, while the lovely riverside scenery gently passes by.
Trips are open to individuals or groups of people who are Swansea residents and are aged 50 or over.
This project is supported by ‘Swansea Council Winter Wellbeing grant funding’.
PLEASE NOTE
All trips are limited to a maximum of 40 places and must be pre-booked.
Boarding commences 20 minutes before departure, and will depart punctually at the published sailing time.
For passenger comfort and enjoyment, we allow two spaces for wheelchair users.
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Live Music
If you enjoy live music, why not join us on one of our fabulous live music events in a venue that is unique to Swansea.
A 90-minute cruise on the River Tawe with our well stocked bar serving tea, coffees, soft and alcoholic beverages and snacks.
Whichever music event you chose, you are guaranteed an absolutely brilliant time on “Copper Jack”.
Our next live music event is shown below, for future confirmed music events, click on the “Music” link on the menu, or click HERE.
Public Sailings & Music Events
Please check the calendar below for available Public Sailings and Music Events from where you can book directly.
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Private Charters
Corporate, organizations or individuals requiring exclusive access to “Copper Jack” can book directly from one of the available Private Charter sailings on the calender below or by clicking the Book Now button. If you want a Private Charter at any other day/time, click HERE to complete a provisional booking form. Further details regarding Private Charters can be found on our FAQ page
For other enquiries, email us on enquiries@scbt.org.uk or telephone us on 07785 347 549.
Further information is available on our Facebook page (Copper Jack Tawe River Cruises).
You will also find answers to many frequently asked questions on our FAQ page.
2025 Ticket/Charter Prices
Public sailings: Adults: £13 | Concessions: £11 | Child (5-16): £6 | Child (under 5): Free | Family (2+2): £32
Primary/Secondary Schools: £75
Music Events: from £16
Private boat charters: Weekdays: from £270/£325 | Weekends: from £325
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