Stunning views of the Cheshire countryside, sleepy villages, historic canalside pubs, atmospheric cuttings and an abundance of wildlife The charminghly rural Shropshire Union Canal stretches from Autherley Junction near Wolverhampton...
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Spectacular Pennine views, ‘snake’ bridges, Victorian mills and country pubs. The beautiful tree-lined Macclesfield Canal was one of the last narrow canals to be built, and the first to be...
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Experience stunning upland scenery, the Yorkshire Dales, Airedale, industrial history, remote beauty, rugged hills, wooded valleys, mills and moors. At 127 miles, the Leeds & Liverpool Canal is the longest...
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The incredible medieval castle at Warwick, mighty flight of locks at Hatton, quiet countryside and peaceful villages with traditional pubs Built to transport goods between London and Birmingham, today the...
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Explore the Potteries, remote moorlands, tranquil water meadows, dense woodlands, fascinating industrial archaeology, cosy historic pubs and a restored steam railway. The peaceful Caldon Canal is often described as ‘one...
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Meandering waterways, peaceful villages and the chance to visit the world famous City of Oxford by boat The picturesque 77-mile long Oxford Canal was completed in 1790. It links the...
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Breath-taking mountain views, historic market towns and havens for wildlife The beautiful 41-mile long Llangollen Canal crosses the border between England and Wales, and links the Eisteddfod town of Llangollen...
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Soaring aqueducts, prehistoric landscapes, ancient forests, historic market towns and the World Heritage City of Bath One our best-loved canals, the 87-mile long Kennet & Avon Canal links the Bristol...
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The Pennine Ring, also known as the ‘Two Roses’ route, is an ambitious and challenging canal cruising route in England. It connects the east and west coasts of Northern England,...
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The Four Counties Ring offers a memorable canal boat holiday experience, combining scenic beauty, historic interest, and the unique charm of England's canal network. It's a popular choice for boating...
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The Black Country Ring is a popular cruising route along the interconnected canals of the West Midlands, taking boaters through the historic industrial heartland known as the Black Country. The...
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Boaters travelling round the Avon Ring are treated to a stunning array of landscapes, including rolling countryside, tranquil rivers and quaint villages. The 108-mile long journey goes through 131 locks...
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With more canals than Venice, exploring the Birmingham area by boat is one of the best ways to experience Britain’s vibrant second city. The Birmingham Mini-Ring takes boaters through industrial...
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The Warwickshire Ring is a popular canal cruising route in England, known for its picturesque countryside, historic towns and the chance to boat into the centre of the City of...
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Boaters traversing the Stourport Ring are treated to a diverse range of landscapes, including picturesque countryside, wooded areas and urban landscapes. The route passes through charming villages, historic towns and...
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The Cheshire Ring is a popular canal boat holiday route in England, UK, known for its scenic beauty, historic sites, and charming villages. This epic waterway journey will take you...
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The Droitwich Ring offers a delightful canal boat cruising experience, combining history, scenery, and relaxation along the tranquil waterways of the West Midlands. Also known as the Mid-Worcestershire Ring, the...
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Our Pontcysyllte Aqueduct daily boat trips are back
From Easter Friday 29 March until 31 October 2024, our Little Star trip boat will again offer daily skippered narrowboat trips across the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct in North Wales. Learn about...
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We’re celebrating the Bingley 250 with a Silsden offer
To celebrate the Bingley Five Rise Locks 250th anniversary, we’re offering 15% off 2024 canal boat holidays from Silsden, booked by 23 April 2024. Step aboard one of our widebeam...
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Treat your Mum to a day out boating for Mother’s Day
A family day out cruising gently through the countryside is the perfect way to treat your Mum this Mother’s Day. We offer day boat hire from a number of our...
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