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4 Night Canal Boat Breaks


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Canal Narrowboat 4 Night Short Breaks
Escape the everyday and embrace the tranquil beauty of the waterways with a 4-night canal boat break from Anglo Welsh. Ideal for a long weekend, our short breaks offer the perfect opportunity to relax, explore stunning landscapes, and spend quality time with loved ones. Cruise through peaceful countryside or stop at charming canal-side villages—every moment is an adventure. No prior experience is needed—our fully equipped narrowboats and expert team ensure you’ll be confidently cruising in no time. Start planning your unforgettable getaway today!
With a variety of routes to choose from, you can begin your journey from Bath, Bradford-upon-Avon, Bunbury, Great Haywood, Monkton Combe, Silsden, Trevor, Whixhall and Wootton Wawen.
Please note: Bookings are only available on specified days. Click the links below for more details.

Bath To Bristol Floating Harbour Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Kennet & Avon Canal & Bristol Avon
NB For experienced boaters only.
Route details:
- 26 Locks
- 16 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: the Widcombe flight of locks, the Riverside Inn at Saltford, the Brassmiill and Lock Keeper pubs at Keynsham, Brunel’s SS Great Britain ship, the MShed Bristol Museum and the Watershed Arts Centre at Bristol Floating Harbour.

Bath To Caen Hill Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Kennet & Avon Canal, Somerset
Route Details:
- 36 Miles
- 16 Locks
- 18 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: Sydney Gardens, Claverton Pumping Station, Avoncliff and Dundas Bath stone aqueducts, the historic market town of Bradford on Avon, The Barge Inn at Seend and the Caen Hill flight of locks at Devizes.

Bunbury To Ellesmere Port Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
The Shropshire Union Canal, Cheshire
Route details:
- 42 Miles
- 24 Locks
- 19 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: Beeston Castle & Woodland Park, Cheshire Ice Cream Farm at Tattenhall, The Cheshire Cat pub at Christleton, Chester Zoo and the National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port.

Bradford on Avon To Saltford Lock Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Kennet & Avon Canal, Wiltshire.
NB For experienced boaters only.
Route details:
- 31 Miles
- 16 Locks
- 22 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: Bradford on Avon Lock and the Barge Inn, Avoncliff Aqueduct, The Cross Guns pub, Dundas Aqueduct, Claverton Pumping Station, Claverton Manor, the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath and The Riverside Inn at Saltford.
Bunbury To Anderton Boat Lift Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
The Shropshire Union Canal, Cheshire
Route details:
- 46 miles
- 20 locks
- 18 hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: the village of Church Minshull, Middlewich Junction, Croxton Aqueduct, historic Northwich, the village of Marston, the Lion Salt Works Museum and the Anderton Boat Lift.
Bunbury To Whitchurch Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
The Shropshire Union Canal, Cheshire
Route details:
- 35 miles
- 40 locks
- 20 hours
Key attractions along the route include: Barbridge Junction, Hurleston Locks, the Llangollen Canal, The Farmers Arms at Ravensmoor, The Dusty Miller at Wrenbury and the historic market town of Whitchurch.
Bunbury To Market Drayton Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
The Shropshire Union Canal, Cheshire
Route details:
- 36 Miles
- 48 Locks
- 21 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: The Olde Barbridge Inn at Barbridge Junction, Nantwich Aqueduct, Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker at Hack Green Locks, the canalside Shroppie Fly pub and historic Market Drayton.
Great Haywood To Alrewas Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Trent & Mersey Canal, Staffordshire
Route Details:
- 31 Miles
- 22 Locks
- 17 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: The Wolseley Arms, Cannock Chase, the village of Rugeley, Fradley Junction, The George & Dragon and The Crown pubs at Alrewas and the National Memorial Arboretum woodland park.
Great Haywood To Gailey Wharf Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Trent & Mersey Canal, Staffordshire
Route Details:
- 26 Miles
- 22 Locks
- 15 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: Tixall Wide lake on the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal, the market town of Penkridge with Cross Keys and Boat pubs.

Monkton Combe To Bristol Floating Harbour Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Kennet & Avon Canal, Somerset
NB For experienced boaters only.
Route details:
- 45 Miles
- 26 Locks
- 21 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: Claverton Pumping Station and Claverton Manor, Beckford Road and Cleveland House tunnels, The Riverside Inn at Saltford and The SS Great Britain at Bristol Floating Harbour.

Monkton Combe To Caen Hill Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Kennet & Avon Canal, Somerset
Route Details:
- 30 Miles
- 16 Locks
- 16 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: Dundas Aqueduct, The Cross Guns at Avoncliff, Avoncliff Aqueduct, historic Bradford on Avon, the Barge Inn at Seend, the Caen Hill flight of locks and the historic market town of Devizes.
Silsden To East Marton Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Leeds & Liverpool Canal, West Yorkshire
Route details:
- 32 Miles
- 24 Locks
- 19 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: the White Lion pub at Kildwick, Skipton Castle, Gargrave gateway to the Yorkshire Dales, Bank Newton and views across the Pennines and the Abbot’s Harbour Restaurant at East Marton.
Trevor To Crickheath Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Llangollen Canal, North Wales
Route Details:
- 37 Miles
- 20 Locks
- 20 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct World Heritage site, Chirk Aqueduct, Chirk Castle, the Mere at Ellesmere, Frankton Junction, the canalside Queen’s Head pub near Owestry, Aston Locks and Maesbury Marsh on the Montgomery Canal.
Whixall To Chirk Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Llangollen Canal, Shropshire
Route Details:
- 35 Miles
- 4 Locks
- 16 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: Cole Mere, the Mere at Ellesmere, the canalside Lion Quays restaurant, the Poachers Pocket pub at Gledrid, the Bridge Inn at Chirk Bank, Chirk Aqueduct and Chirk Castle.
Whixall To Trevor Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Llangollen Canal, Shropshire
Route details:
- 42 Miles
- 4 Locks
- 19 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: Cole Mere, the Mere at Ellesmere, the canalside Lion Quays restaurant, the Poachers Pocket pub at Gledrid, the Bridge Inn at Chirk Bank, Chirk Aqueduct and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.
Whixall To Crickheath Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Llangollen Canal, Shropshire
Route Details:
- 36 Miles
- 16 Locks
- 19 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: The Mere at Ellesmere, Frankton Junction, the canalside Queen’s Head pub near Owestry, Aston Locks and Maesbury Marsh on the Montgomery Canal.
Whixall To Wrenbury Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Llangollen Canal, Shropshire
Route Details:
- 26 Miles
- 20 Locks
- 17.5 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: the remains of Pan Castle, the historic market town of Whitchurch, Grindley Brook Staircase Locks, the Waterfowl Sanctuary at Bradeley Green, Swan Inn at Marbury and the Dusty Miller pub at Wrenbury.
Wootton Wawen To Hatton Return
4 Nights Start on Monday or Tuesday
Stratford Canal, Warwickshire
Route details:
- 21 Miles
- 34 Locks
- 14 Hours Cruising
Key attractions along the route include: Yarningdale Aqueduct, the Fleur de Lys pub at Lowsonford, Lapworth, the National Trust’s Baddesley Clinton house near Kingswood Junction, Shrewley Tunnel and Hatton Locks on the Grand Union Canal.
Dog Friendly Canal Narrowboat Holidays for Couples
Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and set sail on a romantic narrowboat holiday for two with Anglo Welsh. Perfect for couples seeking quality time together, our holidays offer a unique way to unwind and explore the beauty of Britain’s waterways.
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a peaceful retreat, a narrowboat adventure is a wonderful way to reconnect and create lasting memories. Glide through stunning countryside, moor up by charming villages, and enjoy cosy evenings onboard your private floating home.
Our narrowboats are designed with your comfort in mind, offering everything you need for a relaxing and intimate getaway. Picture yourselves enjoying a candlelit dinner onboard, a scenic walk along the towpath, or a quiet moment watching the sun set over tranquil waters.
We know that for many couples, no holiday is complete without their four-legged companion. That’s why many of our narrowboats are dog-friendly, allowing you to bring your beloved pet along for the journey. Explore picturesque towpaths and rolling countryside together, and discover dog-friendly pubs and cafes along the way.