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.
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London to Relaxing Canal Break in an hour
Surrey and Hampshire’s beautiful Basingstoke canal is very quiet with none of the problems you sometimes encounter on busier canals. On short breaks you only have to negotiate one lock. We are located approximately 30 miles South West of London
Accessible Family Narrowboat Holidays in Southern England
If you have a family member who has mobility difficulties or is a wheelchair user and want to explore the waterways on a narrowboat, we have the solution. Madam Butterfly is a 60 foot long 9 feet wide narrowboat that
Autumn Canal Holidays Near London
Autumn on the canal lets you experience quieter times after the busy summer holidays have passed. The canal reflects the beautiful colours of autumn leaves and light as the days begin to draw in. Misty mornings, cosy pubs with open
Socially Distanced Holidays
If you are looking for a safe holiday to have with your family and friends (subject to Covid restrictions), maybe a narrowboat holiday would be attractive. Narrowboats by their very nature are isolated from everyone else. The only time you
UK family holidays on the water
Not sure what to do for your holiday this summer? Maybe a narrowboat holiday on the Basingstoke Canal is the answer. A narrowboat holiday combines; your accommodation, your activities during the day and your means of transport. Once you have






