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You can explore Shakespeare country from our narrowboat rental base at Wootton Wawen on the Stratford Canal in Warwickshire. Head south from Wootton Wawen and you’ll soon cross the 145-metre...
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Our boat hire base at Great Haywood near Stafford in Staffordshire is next to the crossroads of two canals. The Trent & Mersey Canal and Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal meet...
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Our narrowboat hire centre at Monkton Combe is next to Kennet & Avon Canal at Brassknocker Basin in Somerset. Head west from Monkton Combe and you’ll reach Bath Top Lock...
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Boating on the River Avon offers a serene experience, winding through some of England's most beautiful countryside, picturesque villages and historic towns. The River Avon has been used for navigation...
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Boating on the River Severn offers an unforgettable journey through stunning natural landscapes and historic landscapes. And there are plenty of waterside pubs to stop at and wildlife to watch...
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Historic market towns, ancient pathways, waterside meadows and views of the Cotswold Hills, Chilterns and Berkshire Downs The mighty River Thames, England’s longest river, has been used for transportation since...
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The Droitwich Canals were originally built to ship salt from the Droitwich mines to the River Severn. They are made up of two canals – the Droitwich Barge Canal and...
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The Stourbridge Canals refer to two historic canals in the West Midlands region of England: the Stourbridge Canal and the Dudley Canal. They offer canal boaters the chance to experience...
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The Birmingham Canals, also known as the Birmingham Canal Navigations (BCN), form an extensive network of waterways in and around the city of Birmingham, England. They are a fascinating blend...
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The Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal
Boating on the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal offers a peaceful and scenic journey through the heart of England's Midlands region. The historic canal winds its way through idyllic countryside, passing...
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Shakespeare country, barrel roof lock cottages, iron aqueducts and gourmet pubs The 25-mile long Stratford-upon-Avon Canal is narrow and mostly rural. It links Shakespeare’s Stratford and the River Avon in...
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The Worcester & Birmingham Canal
Cruise through the wooded glades of the Forest of Arden, visit the bright lights of Birmingham and the beautiful Cathedral City of Worcester This popular 29-mile long waterway starts in...
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Stunning views over the Cheshire Plain, mighty canal structures, the charming Potteries and mile-upon-mile of peaceful countryside The 90-mile long Trent & Mersey Canal, begins close to the River Mersey...
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