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  • About 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. Wild Chervil dimensions: 15.24m (50ft)

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      3 Bedrooms

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      Up to 6 people

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      2 pet(s) allowed

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    The Tiller steering position

    Tiller steering position. All canal boats are steered by a tiller, a handle connected directly to the rudder at the back ('stern') of the boat. The steering position is in the open, and there are three types of stern.

    Boat features
    Sleeping details:
    2 double and 2 single.

    This accommodation includes:
    • Cruiser stern
    • Split level cooker
    • Fixed double
    • Hip bath with overhead shower/WC
    • Separate WC
    • 240v system (maximum 2,000 watts)
    • 12v socket for mobile phones etc (12v car lead required)
    • Central heating
    • Galley including cooker, fridge, microwave and kettle
    • Fitted carpets (saloon and cabins)
    • Raised dinette for forward view
    • Flat screen TV/DVD
    • CD/radio
    • Hairdryer
    • Bed linen, duvets and towels
    • Fixed double berth made up for your arrival
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    Awards
      • Customer Choice Food Award 2021

      • Diamond Award 2021

      • Diamond Award

      • Diamond Award

      • Customer Choice Food Award

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    All the boats at this location

    Ideally situated between two locks, Calcutt Boats central base is the jewel in the crown of the South Midlands canal system. Our hire boat fleet provides the ideal first canal holiday experience for families and couples alike—with a sensible pricing
    package that won’t break the bank, throughout the range.
    Designed using 50 years’ experience from a passionate family-owned business that prides itself in customer care and quality of service. Calcutt Boats are the 2023 Hoseasons Diamond Award holders for Boating in Britain.

    Calcutts location on the Grand Union Canal provides the gateway to an amazing choice of holiday destinations and locations. Journeys that can take you along the North & South Oxford, the Ashby or the Stratford canals. Routes tat open up a world of canal heritage, historical villages and towns, all wrapped in an experience of the British Countryside and nature that you just can’t get in any other way.

    Whether your holiday plan is to take on the challenge of the Warwickshire Ring or simply to enjoy a couple of days peace and quiet away from the ‘rat-race’ - Calcutt Boats is ready to provide a holiday you won’t forget. Our experienced staff will help advise you on your route plans and support you with all the training you need to feel confident
    and comfortable in helming and crewing your narrowboat. This includes hands-on instruction in lock operation, so don’t worry even if you are a complete beginner.

    • 240v system (maximum 2,000 watts)
    • 12v socket for mobile phones etc (12v car lead required)
    • Central heating
    • Galley including cooker, fridge, microwave and kettle
    • Fitted carpets (saloon and cabins)
    • Raised dinette for forward view
    • Flat screen TV/DVD
    • CD/radio
    • Hairdryer
    • Bed linen, duvets and towels
    • Fixed double berth made up for your arrival
    • Extra persons
    • 1 pet per boat (maximum 2 pets per boat, 1 at extra charge)
    • Car parking

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    {"Comfort and cleanliness":"4.3","Furniture \u0026 fittings":"4","Boat handling":"4.7","Location":"4.7","Boat tutorial handover":"4.6","Overall rating":"4.6","Value for money":"4.4"}
    Comfort and cleanliness4.3
    Furniture & fittings4
    Boat handling4.7
    Location4.7
    Boat tutorial handover4.6
    Overall rating4.6
    Value for money4.4
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    | Other Great experience, boat needs updating.Make sure you check fuel before you leave and when return, I wish I had, apparently I had used £127.00 worth of diesel .No pleasantries when return from receptionist, abit abrupt
    Published on: 2024-08-26
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    Sharon | Other Excellent holiday. Lots of fun. Great staff to greet you and excellent tuition.
    Published on: 2024-08-03
    5
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    | Other I was a first time boat user and the tutorial was fantastic I was able to navigate into the locks and gained confidence after the tuition
    Published on: 2024-06-13
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    • Diamond Award 2022

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    • Customer Choice Food Award 2021

    • Diamond Award 2021

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  • Napton Junction - Cropredy - Napton Junction

    Starting from Napton, cruise south through the scenic landscape and water meadows of the South Oxford Canal. Moor up at the old wharf at Fen Napton Junction - Cropredy - Napton Junction

    Napton Junction - Cropredy - Napton Junction

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    Starting from Napton, cruise south through the scenic landscape and water meadows of the South Oxford Canal. Moor up at the old wharf at Fenny Crompton and enjoy a pint at its waterside pub. Then it’s on to Cropredy, home to the famous annual folk festival, as well as a good selection of pubs and other facilities.

    Napton Junction - Stoke Bruerne - Napton Junction

    There’s a flight of 9 locks to navigate at Napton Junction before you enter the Grand Union Canal and cruise on to Weedon, which has a good Napton Junction - Stoke Bruerne - Napton Junction

    Napton Junction - Stoke Bruerne - Napton Junction

    4 nights

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    There’s a flight of 9 locks to navigate at Napton Junction before you enter the Grand Union Canal and cruise on to Weedon, which has a good choice of antique shops. Continue via Blisworth Tunnel, the longest in the network to Stoke Bruerne, where you’ll find a fascinating Canal Museum and the famous Boat Inn.

    Napton Junction - Snarestone - Napton Junction

    Take the Grand Union Canal to the quaint canalside village of Braunston and then onto the Oxford Canal to Rugby, where you’ll find a good ch Napton Junction - Snarestone - Napton Junction

    Napton Junction - Snarestone - Napton Junction

    One week

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    Take the Grand Union Canal to the quaint canalside village of Braunston and then onto the Oxford Canal to Rugby, where you’ll find a good choice of shops, bars and restaurants. There are some impressive cast iron bridges at Hawkesbury Junction and don’t miss the battlefields at Bosworth. When you get to the small village of Snarestone, why not take a trip on the steam railway from nearby Shackerstone?

    Napton Junction - Oxford - Napton Junction

    Cruise south through the scenic landscape and water meadows of the South Oxford Canal. Moor up at the old wharf at Fenny Crompton and enjoy Napton Junction - Oxford - Napton Junction

    Napton Junction - Oxford - Napton Junction

    One week

    Return

    Cruise south through the scenic landscape and water meadows of the South Oxford Canal. Moor up at the old wharf at Fenny Crompton and enjoy a pint at its waterside pub. Then it’s on to Cropredy, home to the famous annual folk festival, as well as a selection of pubs and other facilities. Banbury has a good canalside shopping centre, and the famous “Banbury Cross”. Carry on to Lower Heyford, a short walk from the beautiful Rousham House and Gardens before arriving at Oxford, city of dreaming spires and home to the fabulous Ashmolean Museum.

    Napton Junction - Coventry - Birmingham - Napton Junction (Warwickshire Ring)

    Cruise the Grand Union, Birmingham & Fazeley, Coventry and North Oxford Canals, taking in Warwick, with its famous castle and the Black Coun Napton Junction - Coventry - Birmingham - Napton Junction (Warwickshire Ring)

    Napton Junction - Coventry - Birmingham - Napton Junction (Warwickshire Ring)

    Two weeks

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    Cruise the Grand Union, Birmingham & Fazeley, Coventry and North Oxford Canals, taking in Warwick, with its famous castle and the Black Country Museum and Zoo at Dudley. From there it’s on to the vibrant city of Birmingham, with its Sea Life Centre, waterfront museums, galleries, theatres and restaurants and then to Tamworth, and its Snowdome indoor ski centre. Coventry is famous for its modern cathedral and also offers a wide choice of shopping and other facilities, before you reach the quaint canalside village of Braunston and the flight of 21 locks at Hatton Locks.

    Napton Junction - Worcester - Napton Junction (Avon Ring)

    Cruise the Grand Union via Warwick, famous for its castle, then turn onto the South Stratford Canal to Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s bi Napton Junction - Worcester - Napton Junction (Avon Ring)

    Napton Junction - Worcester - Napton Junction (Avon Ring)

    Two weeks

    Return

    Cruise the Grand Union via Warwick, famous for its castle, then turn onto the South Stratford Canal to Stratford-upon-Avon, Shakespeare’s birthplace which boasts numerous attractions. Join the Lower Avon and pass the picturesque villages of Evesham, Pershore and Tewkesbury. Then take the Worcester and Birmingham Canal and visit the cathedral and museums of the city of Worcester before the breathtaking flight of 36 locks at Tardbigge. From there it’s on to the vibrant city of Birmingham, with its Sea Life Centre, waterfront museums, galleries, theatres and restaurants, before rejoining the Grand Union Canal at Kingswood Junction.

New to boating holidays?

Do I need a licence and what are the rules?

You don’t need a licence to drive a boat. However, like the Highway Code (but much simpler) there are a few basic rules you need to follow. These are all explained in the comprehensive manual which we provide in every boat. Your boatyard will also advise you when you are given your handover tuition.

Should someone in my party have boating experience?

Absolutely not. When you arrive to pick up your boat, you’ll receive plenty of expert tuition from your boatyard staff. They’ll provide all the training, help and advice you need until you’re happy to take the helm. Your on-board manual gives you lots of tips and reminders, too.

How far can I travel and where can I go?

Depending on the waterway, you’ll be travelling at a maximum of 4mph to 7mph. Cruising about 4 hours a day means 80-100 miles in a week, and you can travel anywhere in the waters covered by your boat’s licence. When you’ve searched our site for your ideal boat or start point, you can click to see details of suggested cruising routes for 3/4 night breaks and week-long holidays. View our cruising route maps, too.

Where can I stop?

The manual on board your boat has plenty of information about mooring places, and your boatyard will show you how to moor up. The most popular moorings are those closest to waterside pubs, restaurants, villages and towns (where a small charge is usually made) but there are many quieter places to moor free of charge. Mooring is free at any Hoseasons boatyard, Environment Agency mooring and on any canal towpath.

What do I do at locks?

These are part of the fun. You simply steer your boat gently in, and use the big wooden beams to close the gates behind you. Then you open small paddle doors in the other gates with the L-shaped winding handle provided with your boat to let the water in or out and change the water level. Then you open the gates and drive out, stopping to close the gates and paddle doors before leaving. In Europe, and in Britain on the Thames, Caledonian Canal and parts of the Cambridgeshire Waterway, there are larger locks with lock-keepers to do the work for you. There are no locks on the Norfolk Broads.

How much will my fuel cost?

Some boatyards (and nearly all on the canals) include your fuel in your holiday price, and the full tank you start with is usually much more than you need for your holiday. If you’re charged, you will only be charged for the fuel used, and this amount will be deducted from your fuel deposit when you return the boat.

Where do I get water for drinking and washing?

On your boat, of course. Your boat will have a full tank of water and all boats have hot and cold running water for kitchens and shower rooms. You can easily top up your water tank at all boatyards, yacht stations, and public moorings, usually at a small cost. When topping up remember to use “drinking water” only. We strongly recommend that water is boiled before drinking.

What about safety? Do I need special equipment or training?

All you need to bring with you are sensible non-slip shoes, and you’ll receive all the training about safety you need from your boatyard staff when you arrive. We recommend buoyancy aids for children and non-swimmers - these are provided free of charge when you pick up your boat. The boat manual on board your boat contains all the safety information you’ll need, too. Remember, though, that boating is an active holiday. At least two members of your party will need to be able to jump on and off the boat to moor up and work the locks.

Can I use my hairdryer or other electrical equipment?

You must check when you make your booking before bringing any 240v electrical appliances. Some boats have 240v systems, but this does not mean that you can bring any appliances with you. In most cases, it’s only possible to use the appliances supplied on the boat. All boats have shaver points for electric shavers, and most have a 12v accessory socket similar to a car. Any electrical items with a car adapter will operate from this socket, including mobile phones, camcorders, digital cameras and chargers for their batteries. You’ll need to bring your own connecting plugs and leads, though.

Can I bring my dog along?

Most boats welcome one or two well-behaved dogs and pets are free of charge at many canal boatyards. There are many excellent walks along the towpaths and in the countryside close to many moorings. For boating in Europe, the Pet Passport scheme is now well established, so you needn’t leave one of the family behind! Visit https://www.defra.gov.uk/wildlife-pets for more details about what you need to do. You’ll find other useful information at www.dogsaway.co.uk

For Beginners and professionals...

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What Cruisers are and where you'll find them

Cruisers are the boats you will find available in the UK on the Norfolk Broads, the Cambridgeshire waterways, the Caledonian Canal and the River Thames. These waterways are not narrow like canals, so cruisers are of a normal width and overall shape. Cruisers are also available on the waterways of Ireland and Germany, and many of the boats on the rivers and canals of France and Holland are cruisers.

Cruiser Features

  • Choice of styles and driving positions
  • Sundecks and plenty of outside sitting space
  • Spacious and well laid-out interiors
  • Covered cockpits for all-weather cruising

Dual Steering Cruiser

Available on the Norfolk Broads, River Thames and Caledonian Canal. Sizes range from boats sleeping from 2 to 8 people. These boats feature a choice of steering positions – one on the raised sun-deck and one below, so are ideal for all weather conditions.

Forward Drive Cruiser

Available on the Norfolk Broads, these boats are available in a wide range of sizes sleeping from 2 to 8 people. Forward vision is very good from these craft, which usually feature a single level deck which many parties find more convenient and easy.

Centre Cockpit Cruiser

Available on the Norfolk Broads and Cambridgeshire waterways, these boats are available in a range of sizes sleeping from 2 to 10 people. The feature of this design is a large sliding canopy over the saloon of the cockpit area.

Aft Cockpit Cruiser

These boats are available on the Norfolk Broads, River Thames, Cambridgeshire waterways and the Caledonian Canal. They are available in a range of sizes sleeping from 2 to 6 people. A folding roof (similar to the roof of a soft-top car) provides all-weather protection for the cockpit area.

AFT cockpit boats tend to be smaller than other styles, and are a popular choice for first-timers to boating. They are generally easier to manoeuvre, since all of the boat is visible forward from the steering position.

What narrowboats are and where you will find them

Built to fit the narrow canals which formed the backbone of Britain's transport network in the country's industrial past, narrowboats (or canal boats, as they are often called) owe much of their traditional design and construction to the horse-drawn barges of the period. Narrowboats are available on the canals of England, Wales and Scotland and the rivers Thames and Wey with which they are linked. On the waterways of Europe, narrowboats are available on the Canal du Midi in France and from one base in Holland. Elsewhere in France and Holland, wide beam variants of the narrowboat are available, as are traditional style French barges. French barges and some wide-beam boats feature wheel steering from an outside position on the upper deck rather than the stern tiller which is a feature of all narrowboats (see below).

Narrowboat features

  • Attractive traditional styling – in sympathy with the historic waterways
  • Towpaths for fantastic scenic walking – perfect for people and pets
  • All modern facilities and clever use of space
  • Locks, aqueducts and tunnels – all part of the fascination and fun

The choice of narrowboats

Narrowboats are available in a wide range of layouts, sleeping up to 12 people, and combine their picturesque style with comfortably appointed interiors with modern facilities. Detailed plans are show for each layout so that you can see exactly how your party will fit in on your chosen boat. Narrowboat sterns have three main "shapes" (see descriptions and illustrations below) and all steer by means of a tiller at the back, or stern. There are also wide beam narrowboats on some waterways, and in France some of these have wheel steering, as do French barges.

Traditional stern

Features a small, open rear deck providing space for the operation of the tiller.

Semi-traditional stern

The rear deck has more standing area than the traditional stern and sometimes fixed seats in the enclosed stern area, which is an ideal safety feature for young children who can be supervised by their helmsman.

Cruiser stern

This style of narrowboat has a spacious rear deck area, enclosed by a guard rail.

Wide beam narrowboat

These boats are styled in a similar traditional way to other narrowboats, but are about 50% wider and so offer more convenient and spacious accommodation.

What houseboats are and where you will find them

Houseboats are unique, offering you your own floating holiday home! They offer a completely different type of holiday afloat, since they are permanently moored in a choice of picturesque locations, and most offer day launch hire so you can explore nearby waterside attractions and places of interest.

Houseboat features

  • Static moorings in picturesque locations
  • Perfect for anglers and nature-lovers
  • The complete getaway!

Houseboat plan example


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    Wild Burdock

    Burdock completes our fleet of hire boats. Again, at 60ft it is an ideal choice for larger groups and families with a layout again that offers a combination of group space and privacy when needed.
    Burdock also sleeps 6 people in comfort, with further capacity for up to 9 people in three or four cabin spaces if desired. The upper bunks are ideal for children with the lower bunks for adults. A small, fixed double and a further convertible double complete the bedding options.
    Its galley offers a fridge, microwave, hob and oven to cater for all your onboard dining needs.
    Burdock, like all the Calcutt fleet, is a responsive boat to helm and lends itself to the first-time boater needing time to learn and build their handling skills. We are certain you will enjoy your cruising time aboard.

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