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 British waterways narrowboat holidays and travelTravel and tour operators on Britain's waterways. Hotel boats, narrowboats, self-drive boats, narrowboat Information and holiday operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Do you love the UK? Help us make the UK Travel Guide the very best resource for this and all UK travel and heritage related information. Suggest a website for inclusion in this category External Resources:'Anson' Party boat in Birmingham - 42 seats & a Bar!
Looking for a novel party venue? Hire 'Anson' and you won't get gate crashed! A dance floor, Bar, options for a DJ, live music and catering and based in Birmingham City Centre, the hub of the canal network below the pubs and clubs of Broad street. Three hour cruises around the City, more miles of canals than Venice to explore! tel 01543 481868 http://www.bm3co.co.uk A boating holiday guide
Book holiday boats and read all about a boating holiday on the British waterways http://www.holiday-boats.com Adventure 'Camping' Narrow Boats
Now for something you weren't expecting! Fancy a camping holiday afloat? Sleeping under canvas on historic working boats, 12 to a boat and definitly 'Steerage' class! Our fleet of two 'motors' and a 'butty' (non powered) can accomodate up to 36 at a time and we are cleared for youth groups or adult groups. Scouts and Guides to singles clubs! http://www.birminghamcanalboatservices.co.uk Alen Hire Boats
Enjoy a canalboat holiday with Arlen Hire Boats on the beautiful and peaceful Lancaster Canal. http://www.arlen-hireboats.co.uk Alvechurch Boat Centres
Canal boat holidays in England and Wales. Canal narrowboats up to 5-key quality. Four bases on the UK canal network. http://www.alvechurch.com Argyll cruising with The Majestic Line
Escape to another world cruising the stunning coastline of Argyll and the Inner Hebrides. Experience beautiful scenery, fantastic wildlife, first-class hospitality and delicious locally sourced food made for you onboard. http://www.themajesticline.co.uk Ashby Boat Company
The Ashby Boat Company hires luxury narrowboats for canal cruising holidays in the heart of the English countryside, please visit our website for comprehensive information. http://www.ashbyboats.com/ Barge Connection
Luxury barge vacations along the Thames River in England and Caledonian Canal in Scotland. Self-Piloted or Fully Crewed Barge Available. http://www.bargeconnection.com/ Beacon Park Boats in the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park
Beacon Park Boats for narrowboat hire (self drive barge holidays) on the beautiful Monmouth & Brecon Canal in the Brecon Beacons National Park. http://www.beaconparkboats.com Bidford Boats
Cruise Shakespeare's River Avon and Heart of England with self drive boat rental from Bidford Boats. http://www.bidfordboats.co.uk Birmingham & Midland Canal Carrying Company
1937 'Skippered' dog friendly narrowboat holidays and taster days. Staffordshire based Narrowboat 'Hawkesbury' was built in 1937 by Harland and Wolff, of S.S 'Titanic' notoriety. We cruise the canals around the Cathedral City of Lichfield and like to moor near Shugborough Hall, the ancestral home of the late Lord Patrick Lichfield, cousin and photographer to the Queen. 'Hawkesbury' has a double bed in a master cabin, a bath, shower, hand basin and toilet in a well presented bathroom. Guests are more than welcome at the helm and working the locks and swing bridges. This is a completely relaxing way to spend your holiday, doing very little, or watching the Skipper at work - either way you'll thoroughly enjoy yourselves. http://www.bespokeexecutivesolutions.com/buttyboat/hawkesbury/index.html Black Prince Narrowboat Holidays
Charter/hire luxury narrowboats to drift along the UK's beautiful canals. http://www.black-prince.com Boat Trips, Boat Hire, Boat Charter - Avon River Cruises
We are available seven days a week, daytime or evening for private boat charter for parties, business meetings, corporate events, booze cruises, family celebrations, school trips, student events, weddings and other special occasions. In winter season, take a comfortable river cruise at Bristol harbour; in summer enjoy river boat cruises in Bath. http://www.avonrivercruises.co.uk/ Boating holidays in Britain
UKs leading independent narrowboat, canal boat and barge hire company offering the very best holiday boat cruises. http://www.waterways-uk.com Boating Holidays in the UK and Europe
Le Boat offers the widest choice of Boating Holidays in Europe across the most beautiful cruising destinations in France, Italy, Germany, the Thames, the Norfolk Broads & many more. http://www.leboat.co.uk Boating Holidays North Yorkshire Dales
Narrow Boat Holidays and Boating Holidays are arranged by Silsden Boats equipped with all modern amenities include family boating holidays, weekend and short breaks on the canals, waterways of the Yorkshire Dales including the Leeds and Liverpool canal. Based in Silsden, Keighley, West Yorkshire. http://www.silsdenboats.co.uk/ Boating holidays, canal boat and narrowboat holidays in UK and Europe.
free brochures for canal boat, river boat, narrow boat, narrowboat, hire boat, barge and long boat holidays on the canals, rivers and inland waterways of England, Scotland, Wales, France and Ireland. http://www.britain-afloat.co.uk Bridgewater Boats
Canal cruising holidays on self-drive, traditional narrowboats on the Grand Union Canal through the Chilterns and down to London. http://www.bridgewater-boats.co.uk Britain afloat
Self-drive narrowboat hire and canal boat holidays, rivers cruising, yachting and skippered hotel boats in UK. http://www.britain-afloat.com Britain's Waterways
Home website of a book introducing Britain's unique inland waterways. A directory of every waterway in the UK, with enlarged entries and relevant maps for the 55 more important canals and river navigations. Website contains much free information, including entire first and last chapters. http://www.britains-waterways.com/ Bywater Holidays
Horsedrawn and hotel boat holidays on the canals of England and Wales. http://www.bywaterholidays.co.uk/ Calcutt Boats Ltd.
Longstanding and well respected boatyard located on the Southern Oxford canal at the centre of England's Inland Waterways. Hire fleet, chandlery and boatyard facilities. http://www.calcuttboats.com/ Calmer Cruising Widebeams on the Thames
Luxuriously appointed widebeam traditional-style steel boats up to 60ft x 11ft, featuring full-sized beds and two bathrooms. Based on the beautiful stretch of the Thames at Marlow in Buckinghamshire. http://www.calmercruising.co.uk Cambrian Cruisers
On the Monmouth and Brecon Canal offering luxury Hire Boats, Hotel Boat Cruises, training and accommodation at 18c farmhouse base. http://www.canaljunction.com/ Canal Barge Holidays
Narrowboat holiday barges in the UK at reasonable cost, offering unused Narrowboat holidays at Barton Turns Marina for rent, by owners not wishing to use their weeks. Barton Turns is situated North of Birmingham between Lichfield and Burton-upon-Trent. http://www.canalbarge.co.uk/ Canal Boat Cruises of Riley Green
Luxury self drive canal boat hire holidays on the Leeds Liverpool canal, located in the idyllic Lancashire countryside. http://www.canalboatcruises.co.uk/ Canal Boat Escapes
Tranquil narrowboat holidays on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal. Based in Barnoldswick, Lancashire. http://www.canalboatescapes.co.uk/ canal boat holidays
The hustle and bustle of everyday life makes the idea of getting away from it all more important and more desirable when choosing a holiday with us. Why not hire from us for peace and tranquillity. Ever dreamed about getting afloat in a luxury boat on the River Avon, well stop dreaming because this is where it becomes a reality. Step aboard on our stylish self drive boat and enjoy the magic of the River Avon. The scenery changes around you as you cruise along at a gentle pace exploring one of the world’s most historic and beautiful rivers. Stop and moor up for a pub lunch or picnic, try a spot of fishing or visit one of the many attractions dotted along the way. From Evesham you can also visit Tewkesbury and Gloucester.Via the River Severn. Our 60ft canal boat is fitted out for maximum use of space and provides a very comfortable well equipped accommodation for up to 6 persons. Equipment includes electric, fresh water, flush toilet, fridge. Microwave, gas cooker, shower tv cd dvd ,12v socket for charging phone. All bed linen cutlery etc. Radiators give you a cosy comfort. Life jackets are supplied.We offer canal boat holiday hire at competitive prices with no hidden extras http://www.harmonynarrowboathire.co.uk Canal Boat Holidays - with Moonraker Narrowboat Company
Our widebeam boats are all 5 star rated and come with an on board Jacuzzi. We go the extra mile to ensure your holiday is something extra special! Located on the beautiful Kennet & Avon canal. http://www.moonboats.co.uk Canal Boat Project
The Canal Boat Project hires accessible canal boats to disabled people and community groups at affordable prices. http://www.canalboat.org.uk/ Canal Holidays
The largest selection of canalboat holidays in the UK. Search for your ideal boating holiday using our massive database of boats and routes. We offer independent advice to make sure you pick the right boat for your holiday. http://www.canalholidays.com/ Canal Holidays
Waterscape are a leading specialist in providing official guides for creating the perfect canal holidays throughout the UK. Whether you are looking to relax along a river or canal in the UK, Waterscape cover a wide area of holiday ideas. http://waterscape.com/things-to-do/canal-holidays Canal Junction
Canal holiday guides from the comprehensive Canal Junction with maps, history, things to see, cruising advice plus useful links. http://www.canaljunction.com/holiday Canalboat Holidays Ltd
Involved with canalboat hire since 1965 and have a wealth of experience in canal holidays afloat in England. http://www.canalboat-holidays.co.uk Canalia
The online magazine dedicated to Britain's historic canals, Norfolk Broads and waterways. http://www.canalia.com Chas Hardern Boats
Cruising on the Shropshire Union, Llangollen & adjoining canals. Individual, comfortable 2-6 berth narrowboat hire from a small family firm est. 30yrs. http://www.chashardern.co.uk/ Claymoore Narrow Boats
Explore the Cheshire and Four Counties rings on a canal holiday from Claymoore Narrowboats. 2-10 berth boats available to book online. http://www.claymoore.co.uk/ Collectors' Tour to Britain
The comprehensive directory for all UK Inland Waterways related businesses, clubs, societies and organisations. http://www.waterwaysdirectory.com/ College Cruisers
Canal cruising holidays in historic Oxford by the River Thames. http://www.collegecruisers.com Country Craft Narrowboats
Country Craft: Luxury Narrow boat holidays in Wales on the beautiful Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. http://www.countrycraftnarrowboats.co.uk Countrywide Cruisers
A family run canal boat holiday operator based in Staffordshire, UK. Cruise through hundreds of miles of waterways laced with beautiful scenery. http://www.countrywide-cruisers.com Crest Narrowboats Canal Holiday Hire
Prestigious hire fleet presenting high quality 2-10 berth boats, operated by friendly, well established and experienced staff ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable holiday. http://www.crestnarrowboats.co.uk Cruise In
Independent cruise only agency offering luxury cruises at affordable prices. http://www.cruisein.co.uk Cruise In River Cruises
Independent cruise only agency offering luxury river cruises at affordable prices. http://www.cruiseinrivercruises.co.uk Day Boat Hire
Our 32ft narrow boat is purpose built and designed with your comfort and safety in mind. Don’t worry about steering its easy; you will be given handling tuition on arrival. Rugby, Warwickshire. http://www.limefarmmarina.co.uk/ Dragonfly Narrowboat Holidays
Cruise along the Llangollen or Shropshire Union Canals aboard a comfortable, well equipped narrowboat and relax as the beautiful scenery just glides past. Fantastic holidays at affordable prices from our base near Nantwich. http://www.dragonflynarrowboathire.co.uk/ Flagships
A small consortium of family run hotelboat barge operators. All the members are independently inspected and graded for quality by the English Tourism Council, to ensure you have a wonderful holiday cruise. http://www.flagships.co.uk/ Galleon Marine
Offers self drive Narrowboat hire on the beautiful Basingstoke canal. Built in 1795, this canal offers some of the most scenic boating anywhere in Britain and is conveniently located near all of London's airports and Channel Tunnel. http://www.galleonmarine.co.uk/ Go Barging
Luxury river/canal cruises in England, Scotland, and Ireland. Specialize in 'all inclusive theme tours'; (Golf, Architecture...). Small groups only; no big crowds. http://www.gobarging.com/ Grand Waterway Voyages
Located at Swan Lane Wharf on the Coventry Canal, central to many historic routes. A family operated business, offering luxury as standard. Run by entusiasts for enthusiasts. http://www.gwvboats.co.uk/ Great Rail Journeys River Cruises
A wide selection of British waterways holidays including cruises down the Caledonian Canal in Scotland, plus river cruises along the Thames. http://river-cruises.greatrail.com Hire a Canal Boat - Canal Boat Holidays
Hire a Canal Boat based at Sawley marina on the Trent and Mersey canals, with a range of 4 and 6 berth luxury narrowboats, on-line booking, photos, boat plans plus all year round special offers for weekly and short break canal boating holidays. http://www.hireacanalboat.co.uk/ Hireboat Company
Choice of over 300 self-drive narrowboats and cruisers on the UK canals and inland waterways. Online availability and booking. http://www.hireboat.com/ Hireboats2Go
Last minute self drive hireboats and skippered hotelboat cruises on UK canals. wide selection from over 50 family run firms. http://www.hireboats2go.co.uk/ Historic Narrowboat 'Hawkesbury' Skippered Charters
Discover REAL narrow boating! You wouldn't hire a Ford Focus if for the same money you could have a classic Bentley instead would you? Exactly! Narrow boat 'Hawkesbury' is a 1937 'Big Woolwich' 72 feet long and 32 tonnes, which exudes charecter, unlike the identical hire boats from the charter companies. Don't be a tourist, 'Liveaboard' in style! http://www.bm3co.co.uk/skipper/index.php Hoseasons Holidays
Offering a wide range of family holidays throughout Britain from self-catering holiday parks to self-drive boating holidays. http://www.hoseasons.co.uk Jannel Cruisers
This well established family firm can satisfy all your boating needs http://www.jannel.co.uk/ Kate Boats
Kate Boats, Warwick, quality self drive narrowboats on the Grand Union Canal in the Heart of England. http://www.kateboats.co.uk/ Ladyline Hotel Boats Ltd.
Lady Selena & Lady Margaret Hotel Narrow Boats cruising the English Canals. http://www.ladylinehotelboats.co.uk/ Lancaster Canal Boat Holidays
Narrowboat hire on the lovely lock free Lancaster Canal. http://www.lancastercanalboatholidays.co.uk/ Latelink last minute boating holidays
late availability vacations trips & short breaks afloat on canals & rivers, on cruisers, canal boats, narrowboats and barges in Britain, Ireland and France. http://www.latelink.com Mary Gray Narrowboat Holidays
Family run business offering a memorable holiday aboard their privately owned narrowboats, available for hire based on the Shropshire Union. We aim to offer a personal and comprehensive service, with emphasis on tuition and guidance to ensure you enjoy your holiday to the maximum. Member of the British Marine Federation and RYA training centre http://www.marygray.co.uk Middlewich Narrowboats
Middlewich Narrowboats. Self drive holidays on the historic canals on North West England. Comfortable traditional narrowboats of great character from a family company established 30 years. http://www.middlewichboats.co.uk Montgomery Canal
News and information on the Montgomery Canal and its restoration. Friends of the Montgomery Canal have Canadian styled canoes with equipment, available to borrow for use on the canal. http://www.montgomerycanal.me.uk/ Napton Narrowboats
Our family-run fleet now gives you the best choice in style of narrowboat to suit your requirements and holiday budget. http://www.napton-marina.co.uk Narrowboat Holidays
Small exclusive hire fleet celebrates 25 years of providing superior boats and service. http://www.weltonfield.co.uk Narrowboat holidays
Boating in Britain, UK canal narrowboat holiday hire company with boats on canals and rivers of England and Wales. http://www.narrowboat-holidays.com Narrowboat Holidays.org
Narrowboat holidays for rental at Barton Turns for Canal barge holidays in Staffordshire. Canal boat hire for holidays in theMidlands. Comfortable modern Narrow boats equipped with heating, hot water, showers, 240v electricity, television. Ideal for exploring Midlands waterways or canals. http://www.narrowboat-holidays.org.uk/ Narrowboatchat.com Interactive Narrowboat website
Narrowboat chat community, here to help narrowboat enthusiasts around the country. http://narrowboatchat.com/ Narrowboats.org : Canal Route Planner, Services, Events & Festivals
Plan your canal holiday route and get a personalized PDF document. Search our database of over 10,000 points of canal interest. Canal festivals & events. Maps and photos around the UK canal network. Recommended canal books available from Amazon and much more. http://www.narrowboats.org Oxfordshire Narrowboats
Canal boat holiday company offering two to twelve berth self-drive boats for narrowboat holidays on the South Oxford Canal. http://www.oxfordshire-narrowboats.co.uk Party Boat Hire
Frederick is a 70ft centrally heated traditional narrowboat, purpose built in 2010 to provide the best party boat cruises in the West Midlands. Located in the heart of Gas Street basin, Freddy can carry up to 36 passengers and is equipped with a well stocked bar, integrated sound system, karaoke equipment, piano and plenty of seating. http://www.centralboatparties.co.uk Pennine Marine
Pennine Cruisers have a modern hire fleet situated in the market town of Skipton, Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales, close to the summit of the beautiful Leeds and Liverpool canal. http://www.penninecruisers.com/ Pirate Castle
The Pirate Castle, a Registered Charity on the Regents Canal by Camden Lock, London, offers Narrowboat trips and accommodation for visiting groups. http://www.thepiratecastle.org/ Reed Boats
All about Oak and Ash two Narrow Boats, cruising on the canals of the UK as Hotel Boats. http://www.reedboats.co.uk/ Richardsons Boating Holidays
Luxury Norfolk Broads boat hire from Richardsons boating holidays. Competitively priced, up to 12 berth and pet friendly boats available. Call Booking Hotline today on 0844 770 5213. http://www.richardsonsboatingholidays.co.uk Rose Narrowboats
Long established family business with self-drive narrowboats for weekly or shortbreak rental in the heart of UK canal system. http://www.rose-narrowboats.co.uk Sailing and Boating
Lots of information for those interested in boating in Britain. Holidays, events and activities; narrowboating, sailing and much more. http://www.sailingandboating.co.uk/ Sailing Trips in The Solent
Fully inclusive, skippered, charter sailing weekends in The Solent, starting from Southampton. http://www.blackdogsailing.com Saisons Narrowboat Hire
Saisons is a small family run business offering interesting tug style traditional narrowboats for hire from one day to six weeks. http://www.saisons.co.uk Sherborne Wharf Heritage Narrowboats
Based in the centre of Birmingham. http://www.sherbornewharf.co.uk Shire Cruisers
Canalboat rental company "that works hard to give you an easy time." Full online brochure. http://www.shirecruisers.co.uk Skippered narrowboat holidays in Staffordshire
Fancied a canal holiday but put off by all the work or the deadline for getting back to base? Here's the answer; Charter our Pre War converted working boat with resident Skipper and relax or help him at the helm! Oozing character, you'll look like the owners rather than holiday makers! No mass produced, sign written boats here! Do it in style hey?! http://www.bespokeexecutivesolutions.com Snaygill Boats
Narrowboat hire in the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, first-class boats, on-the-spot helpful owners and staff. http://www.snaygillboats.co.uk Solent Yacht & Rib Charter
Independant guide to all aspects of yacht and rib charter in the Solent. This is a relatively new resource, but is growing fast due to our passion for sailing and the Solent, and our desire for others to share the experience. http://www.solentcharter.net Takara Narrowboat Hotel
Four day to seven day fully catered cruises on a hotel narrowboat exploring the backwaters of England and Wales with an experienced crew. http://www.hotelboat.co.uk Teddesley Boat Company
Explore England's countryside in comfort. Canal boating with the family run Teddesley Boat Co. http://www.narrowboats.co.uk The African Queen Cruising Hotel and Restaurant
Offers 5 double cabins 1 twin and 2 single en-suite cabins with bar, restaurant, lounge and large sun deck. Packages - 6 day all inclusive cruises and week-end cruises. Age group - from 18 years plus. She meaders up and down the river Thames in Oxfordshire. She stops at interesting places. She pampers her guests with good food and fine wine. http://www.african-queen.co.uk The Away Group
Based in Birmingham, The Away Group offers a modern approach to canal holidays and to dining out while travelling on the canals. http://www.theawaygroup.co.uk/ The Awaygroup
The Awaygroup is a group of products is designed to provide a quality service on the canals, from Birmingham's only Cruising Public Restaurant to floating accommodation and special days out. http://www.theawaygroup.co.uk/ The Good Boat Company Ltd
Norfolk Broads boating holidays and Norwich boat hire. We are a small family run company operating from our boatyard in Thorpe St Andrew, on the edge of Norwich. http://www.thegoodboatcompany.com Tranquil Rose
Join Steve and Steph Furniss on board their 4 star tourrist board rated award winning hotel boat. Offering weekly holidays on the River Thames and adjoining waterways. We have en-suite cabins, and all food is freshly prepared on board each day. http://www.tranquilrose.co.uk/ Uk Canal Barge Hire
Our fleet of well maintained modern canal boats are ideal for short breaks or 1-2 week barge hire. http://www.barge-hire.com Valley Cruises
Small family operated canal hire boat business on the Coventry Canal offering 'the highest standards of service and accommodation, all with a friendly and helpful approach'. http://www.valleycruises.co.uk Viking Afloat
Provide self-drive boating holidays in superb boats on the canals, rivers and inland waterways of England and Wales. http://www.viking-afloat.com/ Walks & Walking maps in the UK
Discover UK’s favourite walks by browsing through our web site. Benefit from 2000 walking maps and find the best place to stroll, while enjoying Nature Valley Granola Snack Bars. http://www.naturevalley.co.uk/ Water Babies Narrow Boat Hire
Water Babies is a family run firm run by Stella & Chris Eccles along with their son in law Alan Almond. Alan and Chris are qualified helmsmen. It is our objective to put you first. We take a pride in providing you with a holiday to remember and a boat you won't easily forget. Our fleet is now completely modernised. We look forward to inviting both http://www.water-babies.co.uk Waterways Directory
Directory and search engine of UK waterways leisure and business activities, including places of interest and holidays afloat. http://www.waterwaysdirectory.com/ Waterways Holidays
Self-drive boating holidays on UK and European canals and waterways with instant online boat availability and booking. http://www.waterwaysholidays.com/ Wyvern Shipping Co.
Discover a different kind of holiday/boating/travel experience with Wyvern Shipping. http://www.canalholidays.co.uk Yacht Charter, Yacht Hire - Super Yachts Directory
Choose the right crewed yacht charter, sailing or motor yacht charter. Whether you need skippered yacht charter or you'll be taking command you will enjoy our selection of yacht charter services. http://www.superyachtsdirectory.com Yacht Trips Of The English Solent
Try a day trip on our motor yacht in the English Solent. Based out of Lymington with easy access to The Needles, Cowes, Yarmouth, Southampton and much more. Try a yacht charter that anyone can afford. http://www.yacht-trips.co.uk Suggest a new website for this page |
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