Hire a Narrow Boat

and Cruise Britain's Canals Holiday Finder

Choice of Locations

We have a great choice of locations for you to start your narrow boat holiday

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Choice of Narrow Boats

We have boats that can sleep from 2 to 12 people

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Online Booking

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Narrow Boating.

Narrow boat holidays have never been so popular. Join hundreds of delighted customers and navigate the inland waterways of Great Britain at your own pace.

Enjoy a Narrow Boat Holiday

Operate your own Narrow Boat

Lots to do for the kids

Boat Training

All our guests are given boat training before they begin their holiday, all included in the price.

Lock Training

All our guests are given lock training before they begin their holiday, all included in the price.

Routes

The Marinas are always happy to give advice on cruising routes to help you plan your holiday.

A Home from Home

The boats come with a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable lounges and sleeping areas.

Our Testimonials

See what our guests are saying

Testimonial

“A most beautiful new narrow barge with every conceivable modern piece of equipment you could wish for. This takes holiday cruising on the canals & rivers into the 5Star bracket. From well equipped galley (fridge, freezer, microwave, full sized gas oven etc) through to comfortable bedrooms and modern bathrooms (shower, hot & cold for wash hand basin, electric automatic flush lavatory and even a bath) these boat are finished to a high standard.

This trip covered cruising on the Kennet & Avon Canal from Hilperton Marina at Trowbridge to Hungerford Wharf. The peace and quiet helps you unwind quite quickly plus the interesting things we saw (the canal museum at Great Bedwyn, the pumping station at Croften, the Caen Hill locks) and many desirable pubs along the route which also offered good food, if you did not want to cook every night. We enjoyed it and will do it again maybe a different stretch next time but we would be happy to see the Kennet & Avon Canal again.”

Mary & Bill Nash, Devon.
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“Five friends and myself have just returned from a 4-day narrow boat holiday in Shropshire, which we booked through yourselves. I just wanted to say, on behalf of the group, what a great experience we had from start to finish. The boat was impeccable and the staff at the marina were very friendly and helpful. Even the weather turned out nice. We will definitely be booking a boat with you in the near future and perhaps trying out one of the other canals available.”

Rob Gallie, Surrey
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“The whole weekend personally & on behalf of the whole group was probably the best lads weekend away we've had ! Firstly I would like to thank you for organising the canal trip. Everytime I had to contact you the response was swift & informative. As you'd probably know any lads weekend away is going to be a good laugh but going on the canal boats took it too a new level.

I found the price of the trip great value for money as theoretically it would have cost a lot more for 3 nights in a hotel - without the great boating experience. Once again thanks very much for your help in organising the stag do , I would certainly recommend your company & canal boating to anyone organising a stag do .”

Steve Lomas

Special Offers

We have website only special offers and last minute deals.

In addition to the prices shown below, a fuel deposit is payable. Other charges may apply and will be calculated and shown on the booking form. The full cost of the holiday will be displayed before you confirm the booking. Prices are per boat, not per person.

OFFER

Chattering Lory

Saturday 27th April 2024 to Tuesday 30th April 2024

Boat name : Chattering Lory

Sleeps a maximum : 4 people.

Nights aboard : 3

Boat Price - Was £779.35

Save £389.68

Last Minute Availability

Now £389.67

OFFER

Alexandrine

Saturday 27th April 2024 to Tuesday 30th April 2024

Boat name : Alexandrine

Sleeps a maximum : 4 people.

Nights aboard : 3

Boat Price - Was £779.35

Save £389.68

Last Minute Availability

Now £389.67

OFFER

Chattering Lory

Saturday 27th April 2024 to Wednesday 1st May 2024

Boat name : Chattering Lory

Sleeps a maximum : 4 people.

Nights aboard : 4

Boat Price - Was £899.25

Save £449.62

Last Minute Availability

Now £449.63

OFFER

Alexandrine

Saturday 27th April 2024 to Wednesday 1st May 2024

Boat name : Alexandrine

Sleeps a maximum : 4 people.

Nights aboard : 4

Boat Price - Was £899.25

Save £449.62

Last Minute Availability

Now £449.63

OFFER

Singing Parrot

Saturday 27th April 2024 to Tuesday 30th April 2024

Boat name : Singing Parrot

Sleeps a maximum : 6 people.

Nights aboard : 3

Boat Price - Was £974.35

Save £487.18

Last Minute Availability

Now £487.17

OFFER

Chattering Lory

Saturday 27th April 2024 to Thursday 2nd May 2024

Boat name : Chattering Lory

Sleeps a maximum : 4 people.

Nights aboard : 5

Boat Price - Was £1,019.15

Save £509.57

Last Minute Availability

Now £509.58

First Timers?

The boats are easy to operate and the "captain" does not require any additional license. Training is given to all our customers and we welcome experienced and first timers alike.

How do we book?

How do we book?

Sep. 15th

Choose your start date, location and boat size and then see what we have available.

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What do the prices include?

What do the prices include?

Jun. 3rd

Our prices including the following :- Basic holiday cost, damage waiver, gas and tuition. A fuel deposit is added on the booking form. The fuel deposit should cover your length of stay and if you use less fuel a refund of the difference is issued at the end of your holiday.

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Are the boats easy to operate?

Are the boats easy to use?

Mar. 21st

Yes, the narrow boats only have forward and reverse gears and go at a leisurely 3mph. We give full training for operating the boat and locks, so don't worry if you have never done it before. No licenses are required by the hirer in order to use the narrow boat.

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