UK Canal Boat Holidays
Let us inspire you with these delightful canal boat staycations designed for exploring the waterways of the UK to a slower pace of life. With a number of starting locations across the waterway network and canal boat sizes to accommodate 2 to 12 people, you, your family or friends can afford to kick back and relax as you enjoy watching Britain’s most stunning countryside drift by.
All itineraries featured below are for 7 nights, with prices reflective of March departures – based on 2-4 people travelling in a 2/4 berth boat. Packages includes Wi-Fi, training, free parking at the marina, pets (max 2) and damage waiver.
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7-Night Brecon And Return
Canal Boat Route
With only a handful of locks, this is utterly lazy water. But don’t be fooled by the tranquillity, the tumultuous scenery is a heart stopper. The route twists under canopies of leaves and then, with an innocent bend in the water, it will thrust you into the sort of sublime panorama that only Wales can do. Revel in its peace, sweeping views and beautiful remoteness.
Why we love this trip…
Explore the Blaenavon Industrial Landscape UNESCO World Heritage Site
Visit the pretty market town of Crickhowell
See large medieval bridges
Soak up unrivalled Welsh views
Enjoy a wealth of activities in Brecon
7nts From £349pp
(based on 4 sharing)
7-Night Stratford-Upon-Avon And Return
Canal Boat Route
Follow this route from sleepy Alvechurch along tranquil canal right into the heart of England’s proud Shakespearian territory. With the Bard snatching the eye of any tourist crowds, your cruise along the canal is a secret chance to also spot wildlife, linger in canal-side beer gardens, and soak up the best of both worlds.
Why we love this trip…
Enjoy bird watching and angling at Bittell’s reservoirs
Explore the historical waterways of Earlswood
See the barrel-roofed lock keepers’ cottages of the Stratford Canal
Moor up at Wootton Wawen and discover the village and parkland
Wander the beautiful timber-clad streets of Stratford-Upon-Avon
Prices from £349pp
(based on 4 sharing)
7-Night Oxford And Return
Canal Boat Route
Your route will lead you through the disputed territory of two rival canals, the Grand Union and the Oxford, and will meander lazily along a contour-hugging canal. You’ll hear of rivalries and wars, nursery rhymes, brickwork and heritage boats, ending in a world-famous city of learning.
Why we love this trip…
Witness villages steeped in history dating back to the Doomsday Book
Visit Napton on the Hill and its windmill
Meander through open countryside studded with wooden lift bridges near Banbury
Admire opulent greenery in an unspoilt waterways in Thrupp
Price from £349pp
(based on 4 sharing)
7-Night Llangollen And Return
Canal Boat Route
Rare birds hide in big skies, precious wildfowl bob on the water, and munching sheep fill green fields as far as the eye can gaze. Yet even with such inspirational views across an ancient landscape, manmade canal engineering marvels successfully vie for a boater’s attention.
Why we love this trip…
Follow stretches of UNESCO World Heritage site waterways
See the magnificent Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
Explore a Ramsar Wetland of International Importance
Amble along Wale’s idyllic countryside
Visit the waterside teashop at Llangollen before exploring the town
Prices from £349pp
(based on 4 sharing)
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