Explorer's Guide
11 Best Canal Cities, Towns & Villages to Visit in England
There are thousands of towns and villages across England, but only a few are truly tailor-made for canal boat holidays, wi...
Explorer's Guide
A Canal Boat Holiday Guide to the Black Country Ring Route
Planning a canal boat trip on the Black Country Ring? This guide breaks down the route and must-see attractions so you can...
Explorer's Guide
Can You Visit The Traitors’ Castle and Other Alternatives
Dreaming of gothic architecture, misty mornings and slow, cinematic backdrops after watching The Traitors? That’ll be Ard...
Explorer's Guide
How Deep Are Canals in the UK?
There is no singular figure for how deep canals are in the UK, but most cruising canals are around 1-1.2 metres deep in the main channel. However, som...
Explorer's Guide
Best Canal Routes for Families with Kids
You want a canal route that’s easy, safe and fun for kids, without long days of locks or constant cries of “I’m bored”. That’s why we’ve han...
Captain's Choice
When is the Best Time to Book a Holiday for 2026?
The best time to book a holiday for 2026 is earlier than many people expect, and depends on how you plan to travel, where your dest...
Explorer's Guide
Where to Find Floating Cafés and Food Boats on your UK Canal Holiday
Among the 35,000 canal boats on the UK’s waterways, independent food boats and cafés are thriving. While pubs a...
Life on the Water
A Guide to Driving a Canal Boat at Night in the UK
The main recommendation we make as a canal boat holiday provider with over 45 years of experience is to be moored up before 8pm, e...
Llangollen Canal Breach
You may have seen recent media coverage regarding the breach on the Llangollen Canal. We are deeply saddened by the incident and by the impact it has had on...
Captain's Choice
How to Save More on a Low-Cost UK Narrowboat Holiday
Are you always hunting for the best holiday deals but worried that planning a break will eat into your savings? Imagine waking u...
Captain's Choice
ABC Boat Hire Named Best in Britain Boating Holiday Operator at Hoseasons Diamond Awards 2025
Looking for the best boating holiday in the UK? Have a browse of ours, as ABC Boat Hire...
Explorer's Guide
How to Drive, Steer and Reverse a Narrowboat on a canal
Are you looking for your next canal boat holiday? Perhaps you already have one planned, but want to make sure you know how to...
