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Boating Holidays

The United Kingdom has an extensive network of rivers and canals leading from one end of the country to the other. From the Norfolk Broads to the Oxford waterways and the Scottish Lochs, you are never too far away from a waterway network.There is something for everyone on boating holidays in the United Kingdom.From the tranquil, natural landscapesof The Broads to the lively River Thames,there is a dream boating holiday itinerary for everyone. The major cities throughout the country have waterway networks to travel along, connecting places together using routes thatonce transported goods and manufactured products.

The majority of rivers and canal networks are full of interesting sites to stop at throughout the journey, with local family-run restaurants and pubs liningeitherside of the rivers as well as historical marvels and traditional windmills and monuments. When on boating holidays in the United Kingdom, there are a plethora of waterways to visit and activities to match. Depending on your preferences, you’ll be able to fish from boats, take part in water sports, bird watch, see wildlife and much more. Many of the areas surrounding the rivers or canals are protected areas, allowing the wildlife to thrive.You may even see some fascinating marine life as well.

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  1. Little Otter

    North Kilworth, Leicestershire

    Little Otter is a 25ft semi-cruiser stern narrowboat which was fully refitted in 2019. Her size means that she can be turned around anywhere on the canal so you never need to worry about the nearest winding point. She’s light and airy with a log burning stove for those chilly nights, and with an open plan layout to the cabin she’s ideal for 3 and 4 night breaks - popular with first time novices and seasoned cruisers. Solid wood worktop in the kitchen with oven, hob, fridge, kettle, microwave and coffee machine. The dinette converts into a double bed and can be made up for your arrival if preferred. She has a small but practical washroom containing basin, flush toilet and single shower.

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  1. Oakwood

    Warwick, Warwickshire

    Oakwood is a luxury 58ft cruiser stern canal boat, perfectly suited to a family or group of friends off on an adventure. She underwent a full refurbishment for 2022 and now offers contemporary decor, LED mood lighting and plenty of home comforts to make your holiday truly special. You’ll find central heating and radiators throughout the boat, with 240v power to 3-pin standard sockets. Oakwood’s saloon is very spacious, with large L-shaped sofa seating and a removable table. If required, you can convert the dinette area into a double bed, as well. You will also find a 24” smart TV in the saloon. The galley is perfect for cooking, with a full-size cooker, hob, toaster and fridge. You’ll find sufficient cooking utensils. Oakwood is home to two cabins, with the rear cabin able to be configured as a double or two singles. The mid-cabin has a permanent double bed and contains a second 24” smart TV. There is one full bathroom, with a wash basin, flush toilet and shower.

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  1. Blue Otter Wootton Wawen

    Wootton Wawen, Warwickshire

    Blue Otter offers a modern and fresh narrowboat. Comfortably accommodating four passengers, with a main cabin (with double bed) and a double sofa bed in the salon, you can choose to cruise as a couple, a small family or with friends. Kitted out with all modern amenities including full kitchen, central heating, flushing toilet, hot shower and on board Wi-Fi.

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  1. Pearlbrook

    Clifton-Upon-Dunsmore, Rugby, Warwickshire

    Ideal for couples who are looking to cruise around Warwickshire, the compact design and traditional stern of Pearlbrook blend together making her a joy to handle.

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  1. Wild Hemlock

    Napton Junction, Southam, Warwickshire

    Although our Hemlock range of boats are the same size as the Mints, they offer an additional child’s bunk space, making them ideal for a small family hire.
    Hemlocks again provide two distinct cabin areas and separate shower/toilet compartments, with its rear berth providing a small fixed double bed. Forward of this a complete galley provides everything you need to cater for a night onboard, with the front dinette then converting into the second small double bed.
    Hemlock’s design and size also makes this an ideal first-time hire, forgiving and easy to manoeuvre.

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    • Sleeps up to 5 people
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  1. Wild Mint

    Napton Junction, Southam, Warwickshire

    A popular choice for couples, Mint’s are particularly spacious narrowboats with two distinct cabin areas and separate shower/toilet compartments. The rearward berth is a small, fixed double, with the front berth converting from the dinette table to make a second small double bed. A well provisioned galley including microwave that completes the layout.
    The Mint’s design and size also makes it an ideal first-time hire. A forgiving boat to handle, that is easy to manoeuvre and moor.

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  1. Lothbury Lady

    South of Congleton, Cheshire

    Comfortable narrowboat ideal for a couple or small family.

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  1. Sutton

    South of Congleton, Cheshire

    Spacious comfortable boat for up to four.

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  1. Rosebrook

    Clifton-Upon-Dunsmore, Rugby, Warwickshire

    Offering a well-designed layout for families of up to 6 people Rosebrook spacious galley and saloon, with a Smart TV, will make your break one of relaxation as you cruise along the canals.

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  1. Wild Chervil

    At 50ft Chervil’s make a for a great ‘get-away’ boat for two couples or a family group with its two double berths. Comprising of one small fixed double bed at the rear of the boat and a further front double that converts from the dinette.
    This boat can sleep a further two people (one child, one adult) in its mid-positioned, single bunk beds. Extra storage for larger crews can also be found in large storage boxes under the dinette seating.
    Chervil’s galley comprises of a hob, double oven and fridge along with a microwave for those quick snacks on the go.
    As with all the boats in our hire fleet, the rear cruiser stern and bow seating steps provide ample space for everyone to take in the passing scenery.

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  1. Wild Sorrel

    Napton Junction, Southam, Warwickshire

    With additional space and two onboard toilets, our Sorrel class boats at 54ft provide an excellent base to explore the canals from for small groups and larger family’s.
    The layout provides sleeping quarters via a small fixed double bed and convertible double dinette bed. Two further single bunk beds complete the layout.
    With larger groups in mind, Sorrel class boats are also fitted with two toilets and under seating storage, to stow everything away.
    Like the smaller boats in our fleet, you will also find Sorrel’s pleasant, intuitive boats to helm, with ample deck space for your party to enjoy the passing canal views from.

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  1. Lazy Days

    Wakefield, West Yorkshire

    Lazy Days is the ultimate waterway retreat, perfect for couples or small families seeking a serene getaway on the picturesque Aire and Calder Navigation in Wakefield. This beautifully appointed canalboat combines modern elegance with comfort, creating a truly unique and memorable experience. The interior is bright and stylishly designed, featuring thoughtful details throughout. The fully equipped kitchen includes an oven and refrigerator, making it easy to prepare meals during your stay. The living area is a cosy haven, complete with a flat-screen TV, a warm and inviting fireplace, and comfortable seating that transforms into a second double bed when needed. The bathroom offers modern amenities, including a standing shower and towels for your convenience. The double bedroom is a sanctuary of comfort, providing a restful space that feels just like home.

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  1. Bosley

    South of Congleton, Cheshire

    Cruiser stern, compact and easy to handle, with generous storage space and maximum privacy.

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  1. Hazelhurst

    Cruiser stern, compact and easy to handle, with generous storage space and maximum privacy.

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  1. Water Explorer 4

    Autherley Junction, Staffordshire

    This ideal family or couples boat has 3 sleeping cabins and offers 3 double cabins or 2 doubles and 2 singles. The saloon has large windows for watching the world go by and the fully equipped galley has a full size cooker and a refrigerator with ice box. There are 240V sockets throughout the boat and modern electric flush toilet in the bathroom.

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