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...
Best canal boat holidays for beginners in the UK
If it’s your first time boating and perhaps you’re a little apprehensive – don’t worry. Here at ABC Boat Hire, we’ve devised a list...
What is an aqueduct? Guide to UK aqueducts
Wondering how aqueducts work, or what the purpose of one is? Or perhaps you’re more interested in learning what the longest aqueduct in En...
The Top UK Filming Locations You Can Actually Visit
From Bridgerton and The Holiday, to Game of Thrones and His Dark Materials, many of your favourite shows have been filmed right h...
How to live on a canal boat
Considering living on a canal boat with family, a loved one or perhaps solo? Read up on our ultimate guide on how to live on a canal boat now – and consi...
How much fuel does a narrowboat use?
In the UK, the typical fuel consumption of a canal boat is around 1 litre per hour of cruising. Narrowboat fuel tanks can typically hold 200 lit...
Living on a canal boat vs hiring a canal boat
When asked to picture the life of someone who lives on a canal boat, many would imagine a generally much slower pace of life. Perhaps t...
UK holiday ideas with babies
Looking for a family adventure for your next summer holiday? It’s often hard to choose a destination which will suit both babies and toddlers, as well a...
Great Canal Journeys
Channel 4 welcome’s back its popular boating programme, Great Canal Journeys, to screens this November. This year, the waterways are explored by brand new boate...
Winter boating
Living on a canal boat in winter and want some tips? Or perhaps you’re thinking about embarking on a winter canal boat holiday? Our guide to winter boating has you co...
How far can a canal boat travel?
If you’re looking for your next, or even your first, canal boat holiday, you may be wondering how far a canal boat can travel, and how fast it can t...
