Events & Celebrations at The Boat Inn
Celebrate beside the canal at The Boat Inn near Rugby. Whether you are planning a birthday, anniversary, family gathering, wake, baby shower or relaxed get-together, our friendly team will help you create an occasion that suits your guests and budget.
With freshly prepared food, a well-stocked bar, comfortable indoor areas and canalside outdoor space, we offer a relaxed alternative to a formal function venue.
Celebrations We Can Host
We can cater for:
Birthday parties
Anniversary celebrations
Family gatherings
Baby showers
Engagement parties
Retirement parties
Wedding celebrations
Celebration-of-life gatherings and wakes
Clubs, societies and group meals
Business lunches and informal meetings
Christmas parties and festive gatherings
If you have something different in mind, please get in touch and we will discuss what may be possible.
Buffet Packages
Our buffet packages are ideal for informal celebrations and group gatherings. Our popular buffet is available from £12.50 per person and can include a varied selection of sandwiches, savouries, salads, sides and sweet treats.
A typical buffet may include:
Sandwich Selection
Ham and mustard
Mature Cheddar and red onion chutney
Tuna mayonnaise and cucumber
Egg mayonnaise and cress
Chicken salad
Savoury Selection
Cocktail sausage rolls
Mini pork pies
Southern-fried chicken goujons
BBQ chicken drumsticks
Mini Scotch eggs
Cheese and onion quiche
Vegetable spring rolls
Onion bhajis with mint yoghurt dip
Crisps and tortilla chips
Salads and Sides
Coleslaw
Mixed green salad
Potato salad
Pasta salad
Sweet Treats
Mini chocolate brownie bites
Mini jam sponge squares
Mini millionaire’s shortbread
Fresh fruit platter
Vegetarian options can be included, and we will do our best to accommodate dietary requirements when agreed in advance.
Occasional supply or availability issues may mean that an item is replaced with a suitable alternative of an equivalent standard and quality.
Group Dining
If you would prefer a sit-down meal, groups can order from a specially arranged menu or select dishes from our main menu, depending on the size of the party.
Advance menu choices may be required for larger groups so that we can provide the best possible service on the day.
Bring Your Own Celebration Cake
You are welcome to bring a celebration cake. A £20 cake charge applies, which covers storage where available, plates, napkins, cutting and serving.
Please discuss arrangements with us before bringing the cake to the venue.
Add a Private Canal Cruise
Make your celebration even more memorable by adding a cruise aboard Skyrack, our 57-foot narrowboat.
Skyrack can carry up to 10 passengers, plus our two-person crew. For groups of 10, some guests will be seated inside while others enjoy the outside seating area.
Cruise options can include:
Two-hour canal cruise
Cruise and dine package
Afternoon tea cruise
Half-day cruise
All-day private cruise
All cruises require a minimum booking of four people and are subject to availability, weather and canal conditions. All food and drink consumed during the cruise must be purchased from The Boat Inn.
Deposits and Final Numbers
A deposit may be required to secure your chosen date. Your final guest numbers, dietary requirements, menu choices and remaining balance will normally be required at least seven days before the event.
Deposits and advance payments may be non-refundable, so please check the booking terms provided with your quotation.
Make an Enquiry
Tell us:
The type of celebration
Your preferred date and time
The expected number of guests
Whether you would like a buffet or sit-down meal
Any dietary or accessibility requirements
Whether you are interested in adding a canal cruise