Boating Holidays

Ideal for friends and family with large social area.

Spacious saloon with a dining table, two armchairs and a traditional fuel stove. There is a TV/DVD player and a CD/Radio player. Well-equipped galley with a gas cooker complete with grill and oven, fridge with a small freezer compartment, sink and drainer, work surfaces and storage space. There is a microwave and a cafetiere in the galley. Sufficient cooking utensils are provided. One rear cabin with a permanent double bed and drawers for storing clothes. One full bathroom with a wash basin, flush toilet and shower.

Molly offers an ultra-modern look and feel, perfect for families looking to experiencing deluxe cruising. The superior fixtures and fittings add an extra element of luxury, whilst the unique cruiser stern provides the perfect outside social space.

The Obbia Lark is a 66ft Semi-Trad stern canal boat. It sleeps up to 6 people, ideal for couples or families / groups. Fully equipped galley with 4 burner gas cooker complete with grill and oven, refrigerator, sink and drainer, work surfaces and storage space. Microwave, toaster and cafetiere. Saucepans, cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery etc included. The Lark class has additional ’creature comforts’ such as LED lighting throughout, 2 TV’s, Large mirror in bathroom, shower with bi-fold door, 4 speaker CD/Radio, extractor in bathroom, Front deck table and wider beds. Two cabins, both can either be configured as one double bed or two singles. The seating area in the saloon can be converted into a double bed in the evening, if required. Two bathrooms complete with hand basin, electrically operated flush toilet, and shower with bi-fold door. Includes a 240v shaver socket.

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.

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.

Elegance is a cruiser style narrow boat with ample space at the front and rear for relaxing and socialising. The headroom is 6’5” so there’s no need to ‘duck’. The generous lounge/dining area and forward galley, complete with extra-large, low-level windows, offer a snug place to enjoy the wonderful canal views. Offering a fully equipped kitchen with a four-ring gas hob, oven, grill, full-size undercounter fridge and sink and drainer. All cutlery and crockery is supplied, plus pots and pans suited to catering for a large group. There is plenty of storage space for all your food items (plus your beer and wine!). There are two fixed double beds and two fixed singles, each in separate cabins, all with comfortable sprung mattresses and fresh white linen. There are two standard flushing toilets and a separate shower as well as a shower and hip bath in the centre of the boat, for that en-suite experience. Elegance has always been a pet-free boat, so she’s perfect for guests with allergies or for those who prefer to occupy a pet-free space.

The Wagtail is a 70ft Cruiser stern canal boat. It sleeps up to 10 people, ideal for large families and groups. Spacious saloon in the middle of the boat with two sofa’s either side of the galley, and removable tables. The two seating areas can both be converted into a double or two single beds using the fold down single in the evening, if required. The Wagtail class has additional ’creature comforts’ such as LED lighting throughout, 2 TV’s, Large mirror in bathroom, shower with bi-fold door, 4 speaker CD/Radio, extractor in bathroom, Front deck table and wider beds. Fully equipped galley with 4 burner gas cooker complete with grill and oven, refrigerator, sink and drainer, work surfaces and storage space. Microwave, toaster and cafetiere. Saucepans, cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery etc included. Both cabins either end of the boat can be configured as either one double bed or two singles. An optional high level single can be added above a single bed in either cabin. Two bathrooms complete with hand basin, electrically operated flush toilet, and shower with bi-fold door. Includes a 240v shaver socket.

Part of Andersen Boats fuel-inclusive fleet. Excellent style boat for friends and family. Designed and individually built by us to ensure the highest quality for our hirers. There is a shower/toilet room and an additional toilet room on board. Beautifully fitted throughout in oak, creating a bright and open visual space. This semi-traditional style boat has lots of living space, with a large galley/dining area, and lots of storage space available.

Spacious saloon with a dining table and chairs, four armchairs and a traditional fuel stove. There is a TV/DVD player and a CD/Radio player. Well-equipped galley with a gas cooker complete with grill and oven, fridge with a small freezer compartment, sink and drainer, work surfaces and storage space. There is a microwave and a cafetiere in the galley. Sufficient cooking utensils are provided. Two cabins, both can either be configured as a double bed or two single beds. There is also storage for clothes in each cabin. Two full bathrooms, both with a wash basin, flush toilet and shower.

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.

Lady Sienna is the newest addition to the North Kilworth fleet, and at 62ft is ideal for families, couples or groups of friends. Entering from the rear deck into the kitchen which has a solid wood worktop, fridge with freezer, oven, microwave, hob, kettle, coffee machine and washing machine for longer trips you walk through to the large saloon which has a dinette which can convert into a double bed, 32 inch TV, two arm chairs and a wood burning stove. There are side hatches on both sides of the saloon which can be opened to provide extra light and fresh air when required. The saloon leads through to the bunk bed cabin which has additional storage space and drawers. Next is the bathroom with basin, flush toilet and rainfall shower. Last cabin is the bedroom with a fixed double and a double wardrobe and overhead storage.

The names of the boats in the flotilla of luxurious Pea Green Boats are inspired by the beauty of Edward Lear’s famous and evocative poem, ‘The Owl and Pussy-cat’. Traditional in style, The Owl is the perfect cosy boat for couples looking for charm, escapism and comfort. Features include a generous double berth and galley in the centre with the option of an additional fold-away bed; a full-size quadrant shower and toilet located in separate rooms. Oil-fired central heating and a log burner provide extra comfort and relaxation and make even rainy days feel special.

New in 2019 Blue Otter Skipton offers a modern take on a canal boat. Comfortably accommodating 2 adults, you and your loved one can meander along the canals in style. Whether this is from the comfort of the two cosy chairs in the saloon or the option for al fresco living with the folding chairs and table. Start days Sunday and Tuesday.