NEWS

Below are some of our experiences, information bulletins, happy moments, funny stories and more. Narrowboats are our passion and we want to share them with you.

Holiday trends for 2024

General News

A recent ATOL report in December 2023 states that holiday makers are looking for different holidays, rather than the normal beach package holiday. People are choosing more sustainable travel options and like to deal with companies that have a better

Book your narrowboat online

Boatyard News

After the success of the small boat booking system we have now added a new booking system for our narrowboats, which so far is working well and allows people to book in the evening or anytime we are out of

Get Your Narrowboat Ready for Winter

Boat Builds, Fixtures & Fittings

Now is the right time to think about winterising your boat if you are not going to be using it Here are a few things to consider Make sure your engine bilge is clean. A messy job but worth doing.

1 Night Narrowboat Tasters

General News

If you have ever wondered what it is like to stay on a narrowboat, now is your chance. We have availability during August to try out a narrowboat for 1 night. More information and pricing can be found here 1

Could this be the best year for boating yet?

Canal Information

With all the rain we have been having lately, the Basingstoke Canal is full of water, which is unusual for this time of year. This means that holidaying in August and September allows boaters on a weeks holiday to explore

Government funding cuts put future of nation’s historic canals at risk

General News

We are issuing a stark warning that government funding cuts mean our much-loved canal network is at risk of closures. Threatening the future of canals Following today’s announcement from the Government, we are issuing a stark warning that a reduction in grant