Boats
There's something magical about spending time by water - the peaceful atmosphere, the beautiful surroundings, the sights of the wildlife and the passing boats. What better place could there be to enjoy a memorable holiday?
You can explore thousands of waterway miles from the comfort of a traditional canal narrowboat. There are boat hire centres dotted all around the country, so you can choose the area that intrigues you most. Use the search below to find details of your perfect boat accommodation, all of which have a quality rating in our quality assessment scheme.
Canals and rivers are beautiful in themselves, but the inland waterways' unique appeal comes just as much from what you'll find on the waterside. They're rich in pubs and restaurants, quiet country villages, wildlife sites, museums, and countless more attractions. Discovering life on the other side of the towpath is one of the things that sets inland cruising apart from offshore boating, and that draws so many visitors to the waterways every year. And it's not all quiet countryside and unhurried cruising. Waterways flow through some of England's liveliest cities providing access to exciting waterfront districts and the chance to experience the canalside that is full of life!
Find your perfect boat accommodation below
Narrow Boats - are typically purpose-built, traditionally decorated boats, sleeping up to twelve people, that can be hired on canals and rivers in England. Step back in time and enjoy a very leisurely holiday cruising through the English countryside. Boats can be booked by the week or for short breaks.
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Cruisers sleep from two to ten people, usually in double or twin berth cabins. Boats can be booked by the week or for short breaks.
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Cruises on Hotel Boats vary providing the opportunity to explore different waterways and areas. Enjoy a relaxing and interesting holiday doing as little or as much as you choose.
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Looking for inspiration? Read on for some ideas to get you thinking...
Silsden Boats Holidays Ltd
Family run business with both narrow and wide beam boats. Set In the picturesque Yorkshire Dales, near to Skipton.
Black Prince Holidays
Black Prince operate over 115 2-12 berth boats, which are less than 4 years old at the start of each session.
Alvechurch Boat Centres Ltd
Relax and unwind with a boating holiday on the Trent & Mersey Canal from Anderton Marina. Travel down the Magnificent Anderton Boat Lift to the river Weaver, round the picturesque Cheshire ring or on a longer holiday.
The Wyvern Shipping Co Ltd
Based in Linslade on the beautiful Grand Union canal in the picturesque Ouzel valley The Wyvern Shipping Co operates 4 to 8 berth self driving luxury narrow boats.
Maestermyn Marine
For a simply timeless experience, there's no better way to explore Shropshire than along the Llangollen Canal. Maestermyn Marine narrow-boats are independently inspected and range from 3 to 5 star.
For more boat accommodation like this around England use our search facility above. Enjoy!
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