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Difference Between Barges and Narrowboats

To many people, barges and narrowboats seem like the same thing. Both travel on water and both are long, narrow vessels which are typically...

 

A guide to canal boat holidays in Yorkshire

Boasting some of Britain’s finest scenery, charming towns and an ancient canal network, Yorkshire is a fantastic destination for a canal...

 

Guide to UK marinas

Interested in booking your next canal boat holiday? Or perhaps you’re considering living on a canal boat? Find out exactly what a canal boat marina is, and what...

 

Living on a narrowboat in retirement

Are you looking for a change of pace in your retirement? A life of idly floating down the waterways might be the lifestyle for you. Let our guid...

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Top 5 tips for booking canal boat holidays

Looking to book your next narrowboat holiday, but wondering what you should consider before you embark? From preparing your route to respe...

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How were canals built?

The canals have become a quintessential part of British culture and history. Maybe you live in a city and walk along the canal to escape the hustle and bustle...

 

Narrowboat holidays in Cheshire

Looking for canal boat holidays in the Cheshire region? Whether you’re wanting to start from one of our Cheshire marinas, or if you’d like to cruise...

 

Narrowboat space saving ideas

Those who live on a canal boat will tell you that one of the hardest aspects of the narrowboat layout is finding room for all your stuff. That’s often...

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100 canal locks to honour Captain Tom

In light of the unfortunate passing of Captain Sir Tom Moore – who raised almost £33m for charities supporting the NHS during his last year – h...

 

These are the Best UK Locations For Spotting Stunning Rare Wildlife

The UK is absolutely brimming with stunning holiday locations, all right on our doorstep. Not only stunning citie...

 

How long is it from Birmingham to London by canal?

If you cruised the entire 137 miles by canal from Birmingham to London without stopping, this would take around 74 hours. However,...

 

What are the different types of narrowboat berths?

Interested in booking a canal boat holiday, but wondering how many berth you would need? Our guide to canal boat berths has you co...