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Canal maps and guides
We offer a range of boat sizes with accommodation for two to 12 people.
With our Price Promise you’ll know you’re paying the best price.
Buy your canal holiday guide before you go
You can buy the right canal map for your journey direct from Anglo Welsh.
Our selection of excellent guides cover all our canal holiday routes. They are held in stock and can be dispatched the same day.
To purchase one of our guides, please call us on 0117 463 3419 or email bookings@anglowelsh.co.uk
Pearson canal guides
Welsh Waters
Welsh Waters, featuring the Llangollen Canal
£11.95
Four Counties & Cheshire Rings
Four Counties Ring, Cheshire Ring
£11.95
Severn & Avon
River Severn, River Avon, Mid-Worcestershire Ring (also known as the Droitwich Ring)
£11.95
Stourport & Black Country Rings
Sourport Ring, Black Country Ring, Birmingham Canal Navigations
£11.95
South Midlands
South Midlands, featuring the Warwickshire Ring
£11.95
P7 Oxford & Grand Union
Oxford Canal, Grand Union Canal
£11.95
Leeds & Liverpool Canal
Leeds & Liverpool Canal, West Yorkshire Waterways
£11.95
Kennet & Avon and River Thames
Kennet & Avon Canal, River Thames, featuring Oxford, Reading & Brentford
£11.95
Nicholson canal guides
N1 Grand Union, Oxford & South East
Grand Union Canal, Oxford Canal, South East
£16.99
N2 Severn, Avon & Birmingham
River Severn, River Avon, Birmingham
£16.99
N3 Birmingham & Heart of England
Birmingham Canals, Heart of England
£16.99
N4 Four Counties & Welsh Canals
Four Counties Ring, Welsh Canals
£11.95
N5 North West & Pennines
Aire & Calder Navigation: Leeds to Wakefield, Bridgewater Canal, Calder & Hebble Navigation, Huddersfield Narrow Canal, Huddersfield Broad Canal, Lancaster Canal, Leeds & Liverpool Canal, Macclesfield Canal, Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal, Peak Forest & Ashton Canals, Rochdale Canal, Sankey Canal, Trent & Mersey Canal: Hardings Wood to Dutton.
£16.99
N6 Nottingham, York & North East
Nottingham, York & the North East
£16.99
N7 River Thames & Southern Waterways
River Thames, Southern Waterways including the Kennet & Avon Canal
£16.99
FAQs
Do I need any expertise to drive a canal boat?
You don’t need a licence to steer a canal boat and we provide tuition as part of our boat rental.
Where can I moor overnight and what does it cost?
There are plenty of places to moor your canal boat for free along towpaths, making overnight stops flexible and stress-free. If you prefer additional facilities like water, electricity, or secure mooring, some marinas charge a small fee. Our team can provide route advice, including the best mooring spots along your journey.
What should I pack?
We recommend packing all weather/waterproof clothing and deck shoes, pumps or sneakers and it’s a good idea to bring slippers, sliders or thick socks to wear on board. We provide towels and bedding. We don’t recommend you bring large suitcases onboard our boats, but we can store them for you, if necessary. We’ve published advice on what to pack.
How easy is it to operate locks?
Operating locks is a fun part of the canal boat holiday experience, and it’s easier than you might think. During your handover, we’ll explain how to safely work locks. You’ll quickly get the hang of it, and there’s always help at busy locks if you need it.
