There’s plenty of storage on board and we offer advice on what to pack
Canal Boat Hire from Trevor
We offer a range of boat sizes with accommodation for two to 12 people.
With our Price Promise you know you’ll be paying the best price.
Cruise from Trevor – Navigate the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Llangollen Canal
Located in North Wales, right beside the iconic Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, our Trevor base offers one of the most memorable starts to a canal boat holiday in the UK. This is your chance to cruise through a UNESCO World Heritage Site and explore the dramatic landscapes of the Llangollen Canal and beyond.
From soaring aqueducts to serene countryside, Trevor is an excellent choice for both new and experienced boaters.
Routes & Destinations from Trevor
On the Llangollen Canal in North Wales, Trevor is right next to the amazing Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
Ellesmere
Start on Friday or Saturday
Llangollen Canal, North Wales
Route details:
Ellesmere and back
- 28 miles
- 4 locks
- 14 hours
On a short break from Trevor you can cruise across the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and on through Chirk to Ellesmere in the heart of the Shropshire Lake District.
Llangollen
Start on Friday or Saturday
Llangollen Canal, North Wales
Route details:
Llangollen and back
- 9 miles
- 0 locks
- 4 hours
On a short break from Trevor you can cruise to the historic market town of Llangollen, nestled in the Berwyn Mountains.
Crickheath
Start on Monday or Tuesday
Llangollen Canal, North Wales
Route details:
Crickheath on the Montgomery Canal and back
- 37 miles
- 20 locks
- 20 hours
On a four-night mid-week break you can cruise the UNESCO World Heritage Llangollen Canal and then transfer onto the Montgomery Canal and travel on to Crickheath.
Whitchurch
Start on Monday or Tuesday, Friday or Saturday
Llangollen Canal, North Wales
Route details:
Whitchurch and back
- 52 miles
- 4 locks
- 25 hours
On a week’s break you can cruise across the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and on along the Llangollen Canal through the Shropshire Lake District to the historic market town of Whitchurch.
Wrenbury
Start on Monday or Tuesday, Friday or Saturday
Llangollen Canal, North Wales
Route details:
Wrenbury and back
- 66 miles
- 24 locks
- 35 hours
On a week’s break you can cruise across the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and on along the Llangollen Canal through the Shropshire Lake District to historic Wrenbury and back.
Nantwich
Start on Monday or Tuesday, Friday or Saturday
Llangollen Canal, North Wales
Route details:
Nantwich and back
- 83 miles
- 42 locks
- 45 hours
On a week’s break you can cruise across the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and on along the Llangollen Canal through the Shropshire Lake District, transferring onto the Shropshire Union Canal to reach the historic market town of Nantwich.
Chester
Start on Monday or Tuesday, Friday or Saturday
Llangollen Canal, North Wales
Route details:
Chester & back
- 121 miles
- 64 locks
- 62 hours
On a 10-day or two-week break you can cruise through the countryside along the Llangollen Canal and transfer onto the Shropshire Union Canal to the ancient City of Chester.
The Four Counties Ring
Start on Monday or Tuesday, Friday or Saturday
Llangollen Canal, North Wales
Route details:
The Four Counties Ring
- 189 miles
- 136 lock
- 102 hours
On a two week break you can complete the popular Four Counties Ring, cruising 189 miles and passing through 136 locks in around 102 cruising hours.
Luxury Boats available at Trevor
We offer 4 luxury narrowboats to hire at Trevor, ranging from boats for 2 to 6 people.
Nelson
This Luxury 57ft Admiral Class narrowboat sleeps 2 people.
Fitzroy
This Luxury 65ft Admiral Class narrowboat sleeps up to 4 people.
Aquarius
This Luxury 65ft Constellation Class narrowboat sleeps up to 4 people.
Lily
This Luxury 66ft Heritage Class narrowboat sleeps up to 4 people.
Other Canal Boats available at Trevor
There’s a great choice of narrowboats available at Trevor, ranging from boats for 2 to 12 people.
Osney 2
This Premium 48ft Weir Class cruiser stern narrowboat sleeps 2 people.
Shepperton
This Premium 48ft Brook Class narrowboat sleeps 2 people.
Hurley 2
This Premium 48ft Weir Class cruiser stern narrowboat sleeps 4 people.
Hurley 4
This Premium 48ft Weir Class cruiser stern narrowboat sleeps up to 4 people.
Osney 4
This Premium 48ft Weir Class cruiser stern narrowboat sleeps up to 4 people.
Anna
This Premium 65ft Bond Class narrowboat sleeps up to 4 people.
Henley
This Premium 62ft Thames Class narrowboat sleeps up to 4 people.
Ashby
This Premium 60ft Explorer Class narrowboat sleeps up to 6 people.
Drifter
This Premium 55ft Oak Class narrowboat sleeps up to 6 people.
Askrigg
This Premium 67ft Bond Class narrowboat sleeps up to 6 people.
Blore
This Premium 67ft Bond Class narrowboat sleeps up to 6 people.
Coral
This Premium 60ft Gem Class narrowboat sleeps up to 6 people.
Butterfly
This Standard 62ft Trent II Class narrowboat sleeps up to 8 people.
Lacewing
This Premium 64ft Star Class narrowboat sleeps up to 8 people.
Caversham
This Premium 70ft Lake Class narrowboat sleeps up to 10 people.
Norton
This Premium 69ft Bond Class narrowboat sleeps up to 12 people.
Delphinus
This Premium 69ft Constellation Class narrowboat sleeps up to 12 people.
Day boats
We have three day boats at Trevor. Our day boats have space for up to 10 people. They are family and pet friendly. Prices start at £120.
Trip boat
Our Little Star trip boat offers the chance a boat trip across the UNESCO World Heritage Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.
How to find us
Our Trevor boat yard is on the Llangollen Canal near Wrexham in North Wales, next to the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct UNESCO World Heritage site.
Anglo Welsh, Canal Wharf, Trevor, Wrexham LL20 7TT.
Tel 01978 821749
Discover Canal Boat Hire from Trevor
Looking for a truly unique canal experience? Canal boat hire from Trevor allows you to:
- Cross the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
Known as the “stream in the sky,” this remarkable feat of engineering stands 38 metres above the River Dee and stretches over 300 metres in length — offering unforgettable views of the Dee Valley. - Cruise through the Shropshire Lake District
Travel east towards Ellesmere and Whixall, where you’ll discover meres, wildlife reserves, and tranquil waters ideal for relaxed cruising. - Explore the Welsh and Staffordshire countryside
Extend your journey along the Llangollen Canal and connect with routes leading toward the Shropshire Union Canal and the broader Midlands network.
Explore at Your Own Pace
- 🌉 Start your journey over the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
Within minutes of setting off from Trevor, you’ll glide across this world-famous aqueduct — a true highlight of any narrowboat holiday. - 🌿 Enjoy peaceful countryside cruising
Navigate through open farmland, woodlands, and quiet canal stretches dotted with charming locks and stone bridges. - 🛶 Visit nearby towns and moorings
Stop off at welcoming towns such as Llangollen, Ellesmere, and Chirk, each offering cafés, local shops, historic sites, and friendly moorings. - 🍻 Relax at canalside pubs
Discover local hospitality at traditional Welsh and English inns just a short walk from your mooring — perfect for an evening meal or pint after a day on the water.
Book Your Canal Boat Holiday from Trevor
With immediate access to the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, scenic countryside, and quiet moorings, Trevor is one of the most iconic places to begin a canal boat holiday in Britain. Whether you’re after a peaceful short break or a longer exploration through North Wales and Shropshire, this base offers it all.
Start your narrowboat journey from Trevor and cruise across one of the wonders of the waterways — the magnificent Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.
Download a Brochure
Our brochure includes information on our boats, routes, destinations and prices. There are also tips for canal boat beginners, advice on what to pack and a list of our locations offering day boat hire.
FAQs
How do canal locks work?
A lock is a chamber with gates at either end. By emptying or filling the chamber with water, boats can move up or down a canal. With the lock gates closed, open the sluices (paddles) to let the water in or out. When the water level under your boat is the same as the level it’s moving to, you can move your boat in or out of the lock.
How long does it take to go through a lock?
It takes around 15 to 20 minutes to go through a lock.
Will my narrowboat have heating?
All our narrowboats have gas central heating with radiators throughout for cosy year-round canal boat holidays. Some of our boats also have a multi-fuel stove.
