In today’s fast-moving world, where schedules are packed and notifications never stop, a canal boat holiday offers a refreshing way to slow down. A narrowboat adventure isn’t just an escape from the hustle of daily life—it’s a chance to find balance, immerse yourself in nature, and savour the simple pleasures of Read more…
A canal boat holiday offers a unique and tranquil way to explore the UK’s picturesque waterways. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned boater, planning a successful canal boat getaway involves a few key steps, so here’s our guide to help you plan the perfect canal boat adventure. 1. Read more…
I admit I was confused when I was first asked the question, Why are canalboat holidays so expensive? During the operation of our hire boat business, I’ve spent many hours buried in cashflow forecasts and budgets. This enables us to set the prices of our holidays and therefore, to me, Read more…
Which season is your favourite on the canals? As the nights begin to draw in and the weather cools, do your thoughts turn to outdoor adventure? After a summer of picnicking on the towpaths and sipping wine on the deck, perhaps it does sound a bit topsy turvy to relish Read more…
A romantic weekend getaway can range from a five-star penthouse at the Ritz to a two-person tent in a festival field. You may not yet have considered a gentle adventure on a narrowboat. Sometimes the decision is about price but then again sometimes it’s about the tone of the weekend Read more…
I’ve just been looking through some paperwork and came across this article written for Canal Boating Times a couple of years ago. It made me smile – but I stand by every word! Try something new; you never know where it might take you 🙂 Goodbye to an edgy youth? Read more…
The Grand Union canal (Leicester section) boasts some truly undiscovered landscapes. Known as one of England’s least busy waterways, this canal is ideal if tranquility and beauty are important to your holiday or short break. We are based at North Kilworth , a marina which is situated midway through the Read more…