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...
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...
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...
