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Holidays on the Worcester & Birmingham Canal

Canal boat holidays on the Worcester & Birmingham Canal Gas Street Basin

Cruise through the remains of the Forest of Arden, visit Birmingham and the beautiful Cathedral City of Worcester

The  29-mile long Worcester & Birmingham Canal starts in Worcester as an off-shoot of the River Severn.  It travels through the green hills of Worcestershire and the ancient Forest of Arden, before ending at Gas Street Basin in the heart of Birmingham.

The canal climbs 130 metres from Worcester to Birmingham, using 58 locks, including 30 at Tardebigge – one of the largest lock flights in Europe.

Construction of the canal began in 1792 from the Birmingham end, and the final section was completed in December 1815.  A major user of the canal in its freight-carrying heyday was the canalside Cadbury chocolate factories at Bournville and Blackpole.

There are a series of tunnels on the Worcester & Birmingham Canal, including the 2,493-metre long Wast Hills Tunnel.  This is one of the longest in the country and it’s close to King’s Norton Junction, where the Worcester & Birmingham meets the Stratford Canal.

Popular destinations on the Worcester & Birmingham Canal include the canalside Weighbridge Inn and Crown Inn at Alvechurch, the Hopwood House at Hopwood.

Cadbury World in the historic village of Bournville is on the Worcester & Birmingham Canal.  Richard and George Cadbury moved their expanding business here in 1879, with the canal a critical mode of transport for the chocolate factory’s products and raw materials.

The Worcester & Birmingham Canal forms part of the Stourport Ring.

Short breaks from Tardebigge

Birmingham Gas Street Basin & back (10 hours, 0 locks)

From our Tardebigge base near the top of the Tardebigge flight, it takes just five hours (with no locks) to reach Gas Street Basin in the centre of Birmingham.

Heading north from Tardebigge, in just one hour boaters reach the village of Alvechurch, with its canalside Weighbridge Inn, passing through fields, wooded glades and one short tunnel along the way.

The next pub is the Hopwood House at Hopwood, which serves freshly roasted Rotisserie chicken and house and guest cask beers on tap.

Then the canal goes through the 2493-metre long Wast Hills Tunnel, one of the longest in the country before reaching King’s Norton Junction, where the Worcester & Birmingham meets the Stratford Canal.

Soon the canal passes Cadbury World in the historic village of Bournville, where Richard and George Cadbury decided to move their expanding business in 1879, with the canal a critical mode of transport for the chocolate factory’s products and raw materials.

The landscape is now increasingly urban as you travel on into the very heart of Birmingham, passing through Edgbaston Tunnel.

With more canals than Venice, travelling by canal boat is a great way to explore Britain’s vibrant second city.  Once moored up in Gas Street Basin, it’s a short walk to Brindleyplace with its National Sealife Centre, Ikon Gallery and dozens of waterside restaurants and bars.

Many of the City’s top attractions are within easy reach, including the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, home to the most important collection of Pre-Raphaelite art in the world.

Lapworth & back (14 hours, 0 locks)

On a short break from Tardebigge, you can cruise lock-free to the village of Lapworth, home of the National Trust’s Packwood House.

The journey takes you along the Worcester & Birmingham Canal, through the remains of the Forest of Arden, to Kings Norton Junction.  You then transfer onto the Stratford Canal to reach moorings in Lapworth.

From there, it’s a short walk to the Tudor Packwood House, with 150 acres of parkland and gardens to explore, including the famous Yew Garden.  The journey to Lapworth takes around seven hours and passes through three tunnels.

Birmingham’s Black Country Museum & back (16 hours, 6 locks)

On a short break from Tardebigge you can cruise to Birmingham Black Country Museum and back, to visit this superb 26-acre open-air site, home of the Peaky Blinders.  Here you can meet costumed characters explaining what it was like to live and work in one of the world’s most heavily industrialised landscapes.

There are period shops and homes to explore, the ‘Bottle & Glass Inn’, a 1912 school lesson and traditionally cooked 1930’s-style fish and chips.  There are also vintage tram and bus rides and the chance to take a trip ‘into the thick’ to experience life in an 1850’s coal mine.

Week long breaks from Tardebigge

The Stourport Ring (44 hours, 118 locks)

On a week’s holiday from Tardebigge, canal boat holiday-makers can complete the Stourport Ring, travelling a total of 74 miles through 118 locks in around 44 cruising hours.

It’s recommended to travel the route anti-clockwise, so begin by heading north to Gas Street Basin, then transfer onto the Birmingham Canal Main Line heading North West towards Wolverhampton.

The route continues lock-free for a while, passing through Cosely Tunnel, then Wolverhampton Tunnel, after which there are visitor moorings for exploring Wolverhampton, including its Grand Theatre and the fantastic Pop Art collection at its Art Gallery.

The Wolverhampton flight of 21 locks is next to negotiate, which takes around four hours, before reaching Aldersley Junction and the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal.

Six miles and another six locks later, boaters reach Bratch Top Lock and pumping station in the pretty village of Wombourne, with its popular Railway Café and choice of village pubs.

A mile later, the canalside Waggon & Horses pub with an extensive menu and large beer garden, is a welcome stopping place.

After another eight locks, boaters reach Stourton Junction, where the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal meets the Stourbridge Canal.  From here, it’s an eight-hour journey on to Stourport, travelling through 13 locks, past Kinver with access to the National Trust’s intriguing Kinver Rock Houses, and the historic market town of Kidderminster, with canalside dining at The Watermill and The Lock Inn.

On arriving at Stourport, once a busy inland port, boaters can explore the basins by following circular walks, and enjoy dining at the Bird in Hand, Windlass Café or Rising Sun Inn.

Next there’s a 12-mile section of the River Severn (Britain’s longest river) to travel along to reach the beautiful Cathedral City of Worcester.  Here the Stourport Ring route transfers boaters back onto the Worcester & Birmingham Canal at Diglis Basin in the heart of the city, offering the chance to see some of the City’s many splendid buildings, including its spectacular Cathedral – with medieval cloisters, ancient crypt and magnificent stained glass.

Now on the last leg of the journey, the Worcester & Birmingham Canal takes boaters out of Worcester and steadily upwards through rolling fields and wooded cuttings, passing through the village of Tibberton, with its Bridge Inn.

Dunhampstead Tunnel is next and then Hanbury Wharf, where the Droitwich Canal meets the Worcester & Birmingham Canal.

After travelling through the Stoke flight of six locks boaters can rest at The Queen’s Head at Stoke Pound, which offers wood fired pizzas, barbeques and live music, before tackling the mighty Tardebigge flight of 30 locks.

One of the largest flights in Europe, these locks take the canal up 67 metres over a two-and-a-quarter mile stretch, and take around five hours to complete before returning to our boatyard at Tardebigge Old Wharf.

The Droitwich Ring (30 hours, 117 locks)

On a week-long break from Tardebigge you can complete the Droitwich Ring.

Also known as the Mid-Worcestershire Ring, the Droitwich Ring is a 21-mile, 33-lock circuit which takes around 16 hours to complete.  It travels sections of the Worcester & Birmingham Canal and the River Severn, as well as the Droitwich Barge and Junction canals.

Highlights include: the City of Worcester with its magnificent cathedral; the historic spa town of Droitwich; Hanbury Hall; the ancient village of Salwarpe; Dunhampstead Tunnel; and Diglis Basin.

The Droitwich Canals were historically important for the transportation of salt, as Droitwich Spa was known for its salt production. The canals fell into disuse but were restored and re-opened in 2011, offering boaters the opportunity once again to navigate the Droitwich Ring.

The Birmingham Mini-Ring (27 hours, 49 locks)

On a week-long break from Tardebigge you can complete the Birmingham Mini-Ring.

The Birmingham Mini-Ring takes boaters through industrial heritage sites, historic neighbourhoods and green spaces, providing a unique perspective of Birmingham’s diverse landscape. The route offers views of city skylines, waterfronts and charming canalside pubs and cafes.

The 45-mile circuit passes through 49 locks and takes in sections of the Worcester & Birmingham, Birmingham Main Line and Grand Union canals. Highlights include: the historic village of Bournville, home of Cadbury’s chocolate; Gas Street Basin in the centre of Birmingham; the bars and restaurants at Brindleyplace; the flight of 13 locks at Farmers Bridge; and Pelsall Common.

10-day/two-week breaks from Tardebigge

The Warwickshire Ring (62 hours, 125 locks)

On a 10-day or two-week break from Tardebigge you can complete the Warwickshire Ring.

The circuit runs for 104 miles through 121 locks.  It takes in sections of the Grand Union, Oxford, Coventry and Birmingham & Fazeley canals.

Highlights include: the flight of 11 locks into Atherstone; the pretty canal villages of Hillmorton and Braunston; the flight of 21 locks at Hatton, also known as ‘The Stairway to Heaven’; Warwick Castle, said to be Britain’s greatest medieval experience; Stockton Locks; Tamworth Castle; Fradley Junction and Nature Reserve; Warwick Bar; and boating through the centre of Birmingham.

The Avon Ring (58 hours, 131 locks)

On a 10-day or two-week break from Tardebigge you can complete the Avon Ring.

The 108-mile long journey goes through 131 locks and navigates sections of the Stratford Canal, River Avon, River Severn and Worcester & Birmingham Canal. It takes you through the counties of Warwickshire and Worcestershire.

Highlights include: Bancroft Basin in Shakespeare’s Stratford; the River Avon with its panoramic views; the charming historic town of Evesham; the Cotswold medieval town of Tewskesbury; the City of Worcester with its magnificent cathedral; the flight of 30 locks at Tardebigge; and cruising through the remains of the Forest of Arden.

The Black Country Ring (53 hours, 79 locks)

On a 10-day or two-week break from Tardebigge you can complete the Black Country Ring.

The route, also known as the Staffordshire Ring, travels stretches of the Birmingham & Fazeley, Coventry Canal, Trent & Mersey and various sections of the Birmingham Canal Navigations. The Black Country Ring covers 75 miles, and passes through 70 locks, including 21 on the Wolverhampton Flight.

Highlights include: the 21 locks at Wolverhampton; the tranquil waters at Tixall Wide; the National Trust’s Shugborough Hall; Fradley Nature Reserve; the Black Country Living Museum; and Gas Street Basin in Birmingham city centre.

The Black Country canals wind through urban areas, rural landscapes and nature reserves, offering diverse and picturesque surroundings to enjoy along the way. The route offers the chance to explore the industrial heritage of the region.

The canals were once vital arteries for transporting coal, iron, and other raw materials to and from the factories and mines of the Black Country during the Industrial Revolution. Along the way, you’ll encounter historic locks, bridges, and former industrial sites that provide glimpses into the area’s industrial past.

 

 

 

 

 

Stockton Locks

Canal boat holidays on the Grand Union Canal

The Stockton flight of 10 locks is on the Grand Union Canal near the historic village of Stockton in Warwickshire.

From the locks, there are stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Stockton Top Marina and The Boat Inn are at the top of the flight and the Blue Lias pub is at the bottom.

The Grand Union Canal links London and Birmingham and was completed in the early 19th century.  Stockton Locks are between Napton Junction and the village of Long Itchington.

The Millennium Way walking route passes through the village of Stockton and crosses the canal at Stockton Bridge no.23. The village has a long history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to ancient times. Its name is of Old English origin, possibly meaning “farmstead or village by the tree trunk,” indicating its agricultural roots. The village of Stockton is home to the family-run Crown Inn.

Stockton Locks are on the Warwickshire Ring.  You can complete the Warwickshire Ring on a 10-day or two-week break from Wootton Wawen.

Tardebigge Locks

Travel through Tardebigge Locks on a canal boat holiday

The Tardebigge flight of 30 locks is on the Worcester & Birmingham Canal near Bromsgrove

Tardebigge is famous for its flight of 30 locks, the longest in Britain.  The locks are spread over two-and-a-quarter miles and enable boats to ascend or descend 67 metres.

It takes around four hours to travel through the Tardebigge flight, and no over-night mooring is allowed so boaters need to plan ahead.  In the spring and summer, Canal & River Trust volunteer lock keepers are on hand to help boaters pass through the locks.

The historic village of Tardebigge is surrounded by a panorama of beautiful Worcestershire countryside and has a rich history dating back centuries. Its name is believed to have Anglo-Saxon origins, possibly meaning “lookout place on a hill”. Tardebigge church offers fantastic views of the Worcester & Birmingham Canal and the Tardebigge Locks from its place on the hillside.

At Tardebigge Top Lock a plaque commemorates the meeting here between Tom Rolt and Robert Aickman, who founded the Inland Waterways Association in 1946 with the aim of keeping Britain’s canals navigable.

You can reach Tardebigge Locks on a week’s holiday from Wootton Wawen.

Short breaks from Bradford on Avon

Visit Caen Hill locks on a canal boat holiday

From Bradford on Avon there are a variety of short break holiday options on the Kennet & Avon Canal

Weekend/3-night breaks from Bradford on Avon

Foxhanger Wharf and back (14 locks, 15 hours)

From our new base at Bradford on Avon Marina, cruise east along the Kennet & Avon Canal through the Avon Valley, passing Hilperton Marina. The journey continues east through Semington and Seend, with its canalside Barge Inn. Soon after you’ll reach the base of the Caen Hill flight of 29 locks at Devizes, one of the ‘Seven Wonders of the Waterways’. You can turn your boat here at Foxhanger Wharf. From the canal it’s a short walk to the historic market town of Devizes, with places to visit including the Wadworth Brewery Visitor Centre, Bear Hotel and Peppermill Restaurant.

Sydney Wharf and back (20 miles, 2 locks, 8 hours)

Cruise west through the beautiful Bath Valley, crossing over the Avoncliff Aqueduct with the No.10 Tea Garden next to it (open Fridays to Sundays). Later you’ll cruise over Dundas Aqueduct and pass the entrance to the Somerset Coal Canal. Then you’ll pass Claverton Pumping Station and Claverton Manor, home of the American Museum in Britain. The journey continues on through Bathampton, passing the canalside George Inn. You’ll cruise through two short tunnels – Beckford Road and Cleveland House. Turn the boat at Sydney Wharf winding hole and moor up. From there it’s a 15 minute walk into Bath City Centre.

Bath City Centre and back (14 locks, 14 hours)

Cruise west through the beautiful Bath Valley, crossing over the Avoncliff Aqueduct with the No.10 Tea Garden next to it (open Fridays to Sundays). Later you’ll cruise over Dundas Aqueduct and pass the entrance to the Somerset Coal Canal. Then you’ll pass Claverton Pumping Station and Claverton Manor, home of the American Museum in Britain. The journey continues on through Bathampton, passing the canalside George Inn. You’ll cruise through two short tunnels – Beckford Road and Cleveland House. You’ll go down the flight of six locks at Bath (the Widcombe flight) and you can turn and moor close to Pulteney Bridge.  From there, you can explore all this fabulous UNESCO World Heritage city has to offer, including the Roman Baths, Jane Austen Museum, Bath Abbey, Theatre Royal and Royal Crescent.

Mid-week/4-night breaks from Bradford on Avon

Saltford Lock and back (16 locks, 22 hours)

Please note, this route is only available to hirers with lots of boating experience.

Heading west from the marina along the Kennet & Avon Canal, cruise through the picturesque Bath Valley. You’ll cross over the beautiful Bath stone Avoncliff Aqueduct with the No.10 Tea Garden next to it (open Fridays to Sundays). Later you’ll cruise over Dundas Aqueduct and pass the entrance to the Somerset Coal Canal. Next you’ll pass Claverton Pumping Station and Claverton Manor, home of the American Museum in Britain. And then you’ll travel through Bathampton and past the canalside George Inn. You’ll cruise through two short tunnels – Beckford Road and Cleveland House. Next you’ll travel down the flight of six locks in Bath (the Widcombe flight) before joining the River Avon. At Saltford you can visit the Riverside Inn.

To check availability and book click here or call us on 0117 463 3419. 

10-day/2-week breaks from Bradford on Avon

Canal boat holidays on the Kennet & Avon Canal

Explore the Kennet & Avon Canal in Wiltshire, Somerset and Berkshire from our canal boat hire base at Bradford on Avon

There’s a choice of 10-day and 2-week breaks

Great Bedwyn and back (100 locks, 46 hours)

The journey begins by cruising east through two short tunnels and Sydney Gardens. You’ll cruise through the villages of Bathampton, with its popular canalside George Inn and Claverton, home of the historic Claverton Pumping Station and American Museum in Britain at Claverton Manor.  Next you’ll cross over the impressive Dundas and Avoncliff Bath stone aqueducts. Then you’ll pass through the historic town of Bradford-on-Avon and its canalside Barge Inn and Beehive pub.  The journey continues east through Semington and Seend, with its canalside Barge Inn.  Soon after you’ll reach the base of the Caen Hill flight of 29 locks at Devizes, one of the ‘Seven Wonders of the Waterways’. It takes around five hours to travel up the flight.  You’ll then experience Next you’ll pass through a series of pretty canalside villages dotted through the North West Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including All Cannings with its King’s Arms pub and Honeystreet, with its canalside Barge Inn.  You’ll travel on through the beautiful Vale of Pewsey, passing Pewsey Wharf with The Waterfront Bar & Bistro, and close by to the village of Pewsey, with its Royal Oak pub. Next, it’s Wootton Rivers with its Royal Oak pub on the edge of the Savernake Forest.  Then you’ll pass through The Bruce Tunnel, also known as Savernake Tunnel, marketing the highest point of the canal.  Soon after you’ll reach Crofton with its historic Pumping Station and Beam engines. And flight of locks taking you back down the hill.  Next it’s Great Bedwyn, with its Three Tuns pub and Great Bedwyn Wharf where you can turn your boat.

Hungerford and back (120 locks, 54 hours)

As above but cruise on through Little Bedwyn and soon after, Froxfield with its Pelican Inn close to the canal.  And then you’ll reach Hungerford with many antique shops, pubs and restaurants to choose from. You can turn your boat at Hungerford Town Bridge.

Newbury and back (142 locks, 64 hours)

As above but cruising on to Newbury, where there’s a great choice of pubs, including the canalside Lock Stock & Barrel.  You can visit the Newbury Museum and Newbury Racecourse.  The impressive Highclere Castle, featured in the ITV drama Downton Abbey is a short taxi ride away.

Reading and back (186 locks, 90 hours total)

Continue on from Newbury through the beautiful West Berkshire countryside passing through the pretty village of Kintbury with its canalside Dundas Arms.  On reaching Reading, you can turn at the winding hole near King’s Bridge Road and moor up to walk back along the canal to the canalside Oracle shopping centre.  There’s a great choice of canalside places to eat, including Wagamamas. The Vue cinema is canalside too.  Reading Museum is a short walk away, home to half a million objects, crossing archaeology, art, natural history, social history and world cultures, including Britain’s Bayeux Tapestry.

We’re now offering holidays from Bradford on Avon

Canal boat holidays on the Kennet & Avon Canal

We’ve bought Sally Narrowboats, so we’re now offering canal boat hire on the Kennet & Avon Canal at Bradford on Avon.

Our new narrowboat hire base is on the Kennet & Avon Canal at Bradford on Avon in Wiltshire.

The 87-mile long Kennet & Avon Canal is one of the most popular on the canal network. It links the Bristol Avon with the Thames at Reading, passing through spectacular landscapes and the World Heritage City of Bath.

The pretty market town of Bradford-on-Avon has many impressive historic structures and buildings, including its medieval Town Bridge over the River Avon and spectacular 14th century monastic stone barn.  There’s something for everyone in this west Wiltshire town close to the Somerset border – historic pubs, weavers’ cottages, independent shops, restaurants and cafes, riverside walks, timber-framed buildings and market streets dating back to the Middle Ages.

Short break routes from Bradford on Avon

On a short break from Bradford on Avon you can head west to Bath and back, cruising across the impressive Bath stone aqueducts at Avoncliff and Dundas.

Or you can head east to Devizes at the base of the spectacular flight of 29 locks at Caen Hill, passing through the village of Seend and its popular canalside Barge Inn.

Week long destinations from Bradford on Avon

On a week’s holiday from Bradford on Avon you can travel up the Caen Hill Flight and continue on to Pewsey and then Great Bedwyn, passing through the beautiful Vale of Pewsey and the Savernake Forest.

Or you can cruise west to Bristol’s Floating Harbour to visit Brunel’s SS Great Britain, though this route is recommended for experienced boaters only as the Bristol Avon is tidal.

Longer holidays from Bradford on Avon

On a 10-day or two-week holiday from Bradford on Avon, you can continue heading east to Hungerford, Newbury and Reading.

We also offer day boat hire from Bradford on Avon.

Here’s more information about routes and destinations from Bradford on Avon

To book a holiday from Bradford on Avon, click on book your holiday on our homepage, or call us on 0117 304 1122.

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct boat trips

Boat trips across the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct in North Wales

We offer daily boat trips across the Stream in the Sky in North Wales

Until 31 October 2024, our ‘Little Star’ trip boat will be operating daily skippered cruises across the UNESCO World Heritage Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

Little Star’s 45-minute return trips take passengers across the incredible 38-metre-high Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, to enjoy amazing views across the Dee Valley.

Our knowledgeable team provides commentary on board about the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and the Llangollen Canal. It’s a great way to learn more about the fascinating history of the site as you cruise gently along.

Refreshments are available to purchase on board, including hot and cold drinks.

‘Little Star’ Boat Trip Tickets

‘Little Star’ (‘Seren Fach’ in Welsh) offers space for up to 48 passengers. Adult tickets are priced at £10 each, children (aged under 16) are priced at £6.

Family tickets for two adults and two children are priced at £25 each.  Tickets for groups of 10 or more are discounted by 10%.

From 29 March to 31 October 2024, trips depart daily at 11am, 12 noon, 1.30pm, 2.30pm and 3.30pm from Canal Wharf, Trevor, Llangollen LL20 7TT.

Booking in advance is advised. For more information and to book go to www.anglowelsh.co.uk/little-star, or call our bookings team on 0117 304 1122.

Bespoke longer cruises are available for groups of 20 or more.

What to pack for your narrowboat holiday

What to pack for your narrowboat holiday

Here’s a list of useful items to pack for your holiday on narrowboat in England and Wales

Our canal boats are like floating holiday cottages, so you’ll find many of the comforts of home waiting for you on board.

This includes a galley kitchen equipped with cutlery, crockery, cooking utensils, saucepans, a gas cooker with an oven and grill and a fridge with a small freezer compartment. Bed linen and towels are supplied and you’ll also find hand towels in the bathrooms and tea towels in the kitchen.

There’s a surprising amount of storage space on board for your belongings, but you should still pack sensibly. To help you prepare for your narrowboat holiday, we’ve put together a list of useful items to pack:

  1. Extra towels – we provide bath and hand towels, but  we do recommend bringing some extra, especially if you’re bringing pets along.
  2. Re-usable items – to help to reduce the amount of plastic you acquire during your holiday, don’t forget to pack your re-useable shopping bags. Re-useable plastic bottles and coffee cups are also recommended to help minimise single-use waste.
  3. DVDs & games – cards and board games are a great way to spend cosy nights afloat. You might also wish to pack some DVDs, as a consistent TV reception cannot be guaranteed on the canals.
  4. A torch – country moorings can get very dark at night, which is fantastic for stargazing, but a torch is useful to help find your way back from the canalside pubs in the evenings!
  5. Extra toilet roll – we supply some toilet roll in our loos, but do bring along extra. Please ensure that they are not quilted and please don’t use wipes.
  6. Shampoo & body wash – the water you use to wash with will empty straight into the canal, which is why we recommend you pack eco-friendly, micro-bead free shampoos, conditioners, face and body washes.
  7. Prepare for all weather types – if it’s wet, you’ll need a reliable waterproof jacket and a large golfing umbrella for the skipper. In sunnier weather, you’ll need a hat, sunglasses and sun cream. Gloves are recommended for working the locks and for steering when it’s cold.
  8. Sensible footwear – trainers or rubber-soled shoes are the best choice for boating and lock working. It’s also a good idea to bring slippers or warm socks to wear on board in the evenings.
  9. Binoculars – wildlife spotting is one of the most special things about a canal boat holiday, so pack some binoculars if you own them to enhance your experience.
  10. A canal map – there are some great canal maps available to buy in advance from our Booking Team or in our boatyard shops, for example the Nicholson’s or Pearson’s guides. You can also plan your trip online using the mapping tools on the Canal & River Trust’s website. Be aware that mobile phone signals can be patchy along the canal network.
  11. Drinks – the water on board is drinkable once boiled, but we recommend that you bring a large bottle for drinking water to top up at water points. If you want to enjoy a glass of wine, boxed wine is a great space saver.
  12. Condiments – the galley kitchens on board our boats are fully equipped for home cooking. But don’t forget to pack some extra flavourings, such as salt & pepper, sauces, herbs and spices.
  13. Phone chargers – our boats have 240 volt 3-pin sockets powered by the onboard batteries so you can charge your phones, tablets and cameras on board. But to avoid draining the batteries, we advise you to only do this when the engine is running as there is a limit to power available. Anything below 1,000 watts can be plugged in, for example blenders, cool boxes and hair straighteners, but nothing above 1,000 watts is permitted. So no kettles, irons, hairdryers or heaters.
  14. Your pet’s bed – all our boats are pet friendly, and maximum of two pets are welcome on board provided you let us know at the time of booking. Remember to bring your pet’s blanket or basket with you as they are not permitted on the beds or chairs. Don’t forget to bring poo bags, too!
  15. First aid kit – we recommend you pack a basic first aid kit, including antiseptic, plasters & bandages, in case of any cuts, scrapes or sprains.