Your first time on a canal boat is the start of a whole new way of travelling — slow, scenic, and full of unexpected joys.Here’s everything you need to know to feel confident and excited as you set off. Setting Off: A Gentle Start to Your First Narrowboat Holiday No Read more…
The best canal boat holidays for beginners start with a gentle introduction. It can be daunting to consider driving a long barge or narrowboat, so it is a good idea to do a little light homework before you arrive, followed by some practical training. Training for canal boat beginners If Read more…
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…