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Canal boat hire like you've never experienced before. With 15 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. See for yourself just how relaxing and enjoyable a canal boat holiday can be - watch our boating videos if you don't believe us!
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Our latest brochure makes choosing your boating holiday as easy as ABC. Inside it you'll discover advice on how to plan your trip, find comprehensive boat layouts and details, plus maps, guides and handy tips to help you make the most of our beautiful waterways on your canal holiday.
BROCHURE DOWNLOADAccommodating up to 5 people, these boats are perfect for couples or small families searching for their next boating holiday
These boats accommodate between 6 and 8 people, making for a perfect boating holiday for larger families and groups
With space for up to 12 people, if you're planning a multi-family boating holiday or big celebration, these are the boats for you.
Yes - we have day hire boats at several of our locations - For more information, head to our day boat hire website: www.abcdayboathire.com
The price of renting a canal boat varies depending on the location and length of your holiday, as well as the canal boat you choose. We provide a range of special offers, including a 2-week discount, 2nd holiday discount, multi-boat discount, loyalty discount and early bird discount. We also allow you to spread the cost of your holiday with our easy payment plan. Contact a member of our friendly team to find out more about the costs of our canal boat holidays.
It all depends on the type of canal boat holiday you’re looking for! We have locations across England, Scotland and Wales such as Anderton Marina, Falkirk Canal and Goytre Wharf. Not sure where to spend your next canal boat holiday? Check our locations, routes and boats for inspiration. Alternatively, contact a member of our knowledgeable team who will offer invaluable canal boat holiday advice.
No previous experience is necessary, as our boats are extremely easy to handle and full tuition is given at the start of every holiday. Comprehensive cruising information is in a manual on the boat and details are sent out with the holiday documents to introduce you to the theory of locks and the 'rules of the road'. We provide our own 24hr emergency helpline.
You do not need a driving licence for a canal boat or narrowboat and the boat itself is licenced by us for CRT waterways. There are a few waterways outside their jurisdiction for which you will need to purchase an additional licence as you enter them, such as the Scottish Canals, Rivers Avon, Thames and Wey. Our start bases can provide details when you arrive to pick up your boat. Aldermaston boats have a Thames license.
The maximum number of people allowed on board is restricted to the number of berths.
This really is a holiday the whole family can enjoy together. We do not charge for any of your pets - however there is normally a maximum of 2 allowed. We obviously request that the boat is returned in a clean and tidy condition and reserve the right to refuse pets or charge for any additional cleaning or repairs required as a result of pets being on board during your holiday.
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The whole experience was first rate. Would highly recommend to others
09 Jun 2023
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Excellent service as always
09 Jun 2023
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Excellent as always
09 Jun 2023
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The trip was wonderful from start to finish
09 Jun 2023
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Been on 4 trips with this company now and hever had any complaints
08 Jun 2023
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The service was easy to book. Boat was clean, tidy and well equipped. Marina staff helpful and available.
08 Jun 2023
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Fabulous time had by all, great location
08 Jun 2023
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butifull sentry very relaxing exsalent weather
08 Jun 2023
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yes I would recommend them all ready books for next year 3rd time with them anderton staff excellent friendly professional ALL OF THEM boat clean well stockt young lady that did handover left nothing out answerd all my questions very verey professional credit to abc as is all andirons staff both myself and my partner anne would have no problem recommending abc boats and anderton marina ALLthe state a credit to the company 10 /10 anderton
08 Jun 2023
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We had an excellent stay on board the Black woodpecker . It was equipped with everything we needed for the eight of us on board. Very clean too. Would definitely book again with ABC boat hire.
08 Jun 2023
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We had an excellent stay on board the woodpecker. There were eight of us and the boat was equipped with everything we needed and it was clean. We will definitely do it again.
08 Jun 2023
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Great variety of boating experiences , with locks, aqueducts , tunnels to challenge the crew!
07 Jun 2023