Visions of Nature: Music, photography and poetry with Kris Worsley [Music on the Water]

This event is in collaboration with Music on the Water (registered charity no. 1188049).

Dr Kris Worsley

Not only is Kris an established musician, lecturer, pianist and writer, he is also an award-winning wildlife photographer.

This day on board The Piano Boat will combine live music, readings and photography in an immersive experience shared with just a small number of other guests surrounded by the picturesque and tranquil Colne Valley Park. Kris takes you on a nature-inspired journey of discovery through piano performances illustrated by his wildlife photography and readings of classic literature.

Lunch with champagne will be included, and refreshments served throughout the day.

Schedule of the day

10.45am - Boarding
11am - Departure
6pm - Return and disembark

Please note that access to the boat is via a set of 12 steps from the road to the canal. There are 3 steps down into the boat after boarding, the first of which is quite steep. There is a handrail both for the canal-side steps, and the boat steps.

The Chef - Rhiana Tayama

A Leith's-trained chef, Rhiana does all the catering for cruises single-handedly and on board. Everything is made from scratch using fresh ingredients, and the quality of her afternoon teas has been reviewed as being 'better than any of the major London hotels'.

'The boat is beautifully fitted, the tea was the best I have had in a long time (rivals Claridges or any London venue).'

Meeting point

NEAR: The River Garden, Moorhall Road, Harefield, Uxbridge, UB9 6PE

Please ensure you are at the meeting point between 10:30 and 10:45. We regret that we are unable to wait for participants not arriving by the designated time.

Parking is available on the roadside (non-restricted), and you will receive full details including a map ahead of your booked cruise date. The nearest underground stations are Uxbridge and Northwood, then a bus or taxi will take you to the meeting point.

The Piano Boat cannot take responsibility for your vehicle or possessions, so please ensure you do not leave any valuables in the car.

Please note that access to the boat is not step-free and unfortunately is not suitable for wheelchairs.

Booking listing event image © Kris Worsley