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How our boutique narrowboats are built for couples

Luxury narrowboat holidays in the UK are perfect for couples looking for romance and seclusion. A luxury canal boat should offer all the pleasures of a five star retreat, with the added bonus of a different view each morning. This sort of getaway involves time spent “off grid” so you Read more

By Sharon Peach, 3 years2 August, 2022 ago
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Canal boat hire

Why you should consider an autumn canal boat holiday

Canal boat holidays in the autumn can be quite different from a summer break. I’m not just talking about the change in the weather which can be welcome after the heat of August. I’m more thinking of your fellow boaters, and the change from families to couples. The summer holidays Read more

By Sharon Peach, 3 years28 July, 2022 ago
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Canal boat hire

Why canal boat hire has become so popular

Canal boat hire is increasingly popular with a younger age group. In the last few years, we’ve noticed more and more couples under 40 who are interested in learning how to drive a narrowboat and take an adventure together. And this is great for the waterways. Not so long ago Read more

By Sharon Peach, 4 years31 January, 2022 ago
Canal boat hire

The latest Boutique Narrowboats news – our newest narrowboat build

Our latest Boutique Narrowboat for hire is currently being created and we are working towards getting it ready to welcome guests in 2022. At the moment, it is still in the design and fit out stage. We have welcomed your feedback on all our hire boats over the years and Read more

By Sharon Peach, 4 years29 December, 2021 ago
A couples getaway weekend
Canal boat hire

Why a luxury canal boat is a perfect weekend getaway for couples

Couple’s weekend getaway Making time for just the two of you is essential to every relationship, whether it be a date night at a restaurant, a trip to the cinema or a couple’s weekend getaway. It seems to be in our nature to often get carried away with the chaos Read more

By Simon Youthed, 4 years1 December, 2021 ago
day boat gift voucher
Canal boat hire

Gift a great experience for Christmas – canal day boat vouchers

Christmas canal day boat vouchers are now available for our day boats They come in various denominations and can also be redeemed against any of our other narrowboats if preferred. The vouchers are emailed to you or the recipient as you wish (not sent by post). You can buy the Read more

By Sharon Peach, 4 years5 November, 2021 ago
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Canal boat hire

Everything you need to know about canal boating and more at Foxton Locks

Foxton Locks in the heart of Leicestershire attracts over 4000 boaters each year and is considered one of the most extraordinary heritage sites in the country. A flight of ten locks comprises the longest staircase of the English canals and whilst the feat of engineering is not in doubt, to Read more

By Sharon Peach, 4 years2 November, 2021 ago
foxton locks
Canal boat hire

The perfect gift – Canal day boat hire

A day boat hire gift can make a perfect present for the man who has everything. Often a day boat experience is purchased as a birthday present for a husband or boyfriend. We are frequently told that many people have “always wanted” to try their hand at narrowboating and a Read more

By Sharon Peach, 4 years14 September, 2021 ago
The king sized bed on boutique narrowboat at union wharf for narrowboat holidays 2022
Canal boat hire

Narrowboat holidays 2022 – ready for bookings now

For those who are interested in narrowboat holidays 2022, the calendars are now live. Thank you for your patience whilst we updated the website. As you’ll know if you contacted us, we had a lot of work to do on the calendar to plan ahead for the maintenance all the Read more

By Sharon Peach, 4 years2 August, 2021 ago
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Canal boat hire

How will Covid restrictions affect your canal boat holiday – update

A note for existing bookings on holiday boats Following Boris’ announcement, we are delighted to say that we will be reopening on Monday 12th April for holiday hire boats ?? So here’s what happens now… 1. If you have booked a holiday to leave in the next 8 weeks, you Read more

By Sharon Peach, 4 years14 June, 2021 ago

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