Teddy Bear Boat Rides

Bank Holiday Monday 25 May 2026

This annual event is usually held on the second May Bank Holiday Monday at The Granary Tea Room in Sudbury.

We offer free boat trips for young children and their teddy bears when accompanied by a fare paying adult.

Buoyancy aids are provided for all child passengers and there will be multiple boats offering trips approximately every half hour. You can pre-book online or in person on the day for the next available trip. For more information and online booking, click on ‘BOOK ONLINE’ below.

Enjoy our riverside location and relaxing with friends and family. The Tea Room will be open offering a selection of hot and cold drinks, snacks and lovely homemade cake.

  • Duration: up to 30 minutes
  • Trip Times: regularly departing from 11am-4pm
  • Location: Granary Tea Room, Quay Lane, CO10 2AN (click here for link to map)

Proceeds towards the Restoration & Conservation of the Suffolk & Essex River Stour Navigation for the Education & Benefit of Everyone.