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Christmas & New Year on the Cut
Picture frosty towpaths, crisp mornings and evenings spent curled up in front of a solid-fuel stove or a roaring fire in the canalside pub. Winter cruising suddenly becomes quite an attractive prospect. Throw in wonderfully quiet canals, friendly locals and a chance to get away from it all at a busy time of year and […]
Top weekend city breaks by boat
A boating weekend is a fantastic way to experience the water. Whether it’s with family or friends sometimes a short break is all that is needed to slow down and recharge. We’ve chosen 5 of the best locations for a weekend city break by narrowboat: Birmingham A great choice for groups of friends wanting […]
Great Canal Journeys- The Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal
Often referred to as one of the most beautiful canals in the UK- the Mon & Brec in South Wales is located amongst the rolling hills and picturesque scenery of the Brecon Beacons National Park. The canal meanders its way through beautiful Welsh countryside for 35 miles from Brecon to the basin at Pontymoile. The […]
A newbie’s guide to boating
If you are considering a boating holiday for the first time we understand the prospect may be a little daunting, so we have put together some useful information for novice boaters: No previous boating experience is necessary, full training will always be given on arrival. Narrowboats sleep a maximum of 12 people, including babies and […]
Top 3 canals for an autumn break away
Autumn is a fantastic time of year for a boating holiday. With the hustle and bustle of the school holidays over it’s a much quieter time to enjoy the waterways. The golden autumnal colours are brought to life on the waters, with the scenery becoming even more spectacular. Wake up to beautiful misty mornings and […]
Take a look at our new boats available to hire
We have added some new boats to our website for your 2017 boating holiday. And now there’s an even better choice of locations for your next holiday. Offering a variety of routes suited to novices and experienced boaters alike. ‘Midland Mallard‘ is a 63ft narrowboat ideal for families or a group of friends. Located […]
An education on the UK waterways
Teach your children something new this October half term. A canal boating holiday can be a great way to get children outside and active, learning whilst having fun. Each canal and river has something different to offer and gives children the chance to engage and experience something completely new. The canals and waterways of the […]
Luxury Widebeam boat Larkspur
alsoFancy a boating holiday with that extra bit of added luxury? The widebeam boat ‘Larkspur’ is perfect for a family or friends holiday, sleeping up to 6 people, with an extra 4ft of width compared to traditional narrowboats; it’s like being on a quaint, floating holiday cottage. Located on the beautiful Kennet and Avon Canal, […]
UK Boating Holidays – Tips and Attractions to suit the whole family
Looking for a bit of inspiration for your next UK holiday? We’ve looked at some of the top attractions either on, or very close to the waterways all over England. Whether you’re after a relaxing, scenic holiday or one packed full of adventure- there’s something for everyone on the UK waterways. The Anderton Boat […]
Questions for first time boaters
Here at Waterways holidays we thought it would be helpful for those of you considering your first boating holiday to put a few frequently asked questions together. Previous experience is not required so a boating holiday is an exciting, fun option to consider when choosing your holiday. It is a perfect way to discover the […]