The Best Bits . . . . . A narrow boat holiday with us can be a simple and relaxing break in serene surroundings. But if
you fancy seeing something a little more unusual than just delightful British countryside,
have a look at the highlights below.
Stoke Bruerne
The most picturesque canal village in the book. If you want to see the traditional folk art
and culture of the canals then this is the place for you. Book your narrow boat hire from Union
Wharf Marina or Gayton Marina.
Tardebigge Locks
Old ‘biggey’ lives up to its name... with 36 locks in a row, this staircase is the ultimate feat
in narrow boating. You will probably need to sleep for a week at the end, but at least you
can say that you’ve conquered the biggest flight of locks in the UK! Tardebigge is on the
Worcester and Birmingham Canal, and can be reached from Alvechurch Marina or Worcester Marina.
Foxton Locks
Not as ridiculous as Tardebigge, but a serious challenge all the same- Foxton has a
staircase of 10 locks in a row and is located on the Grand Union. Book your narrow boat hire from
Union Wharf Marina or Gayton Marina.
Standedge Tunnel
The biggest of Britain’s canal tunnels. Standedge is a massive 3.5 miles long and burrows
through the Pennines at an altitude of 196 metres. It’s big, it’s impressive and it can be
reached on a longer narrow boat holiday from Union Wharf Marina.
Harecastle Tunnel
Harecastle is only half the size of Standedge Tunnel but it will still take your breath away
as you make the long and slow trip through this dark and eerie passage. What’s more,
Harecastle tunnel is commonly believed to be haunted. If you dare make the journey, book
your narrow boat hire from Alvechurch Marina.
Anderton Boat Lift
Got to be seen to be believed, this wonder on the trent and Mersey Canal hauls narrow
boats some 15 metres into the air using hydraulics. To reach Anderton, book a longer
narrow boat holiday from Alvechurch Marina.
Hatton 21
A flight of how many locks??? That’s right, 21 locks are the challenge at Hatton on the
Grand Union Canal. That’s a whole lot of cranking paddles, pushing heavy lock gates and
working as a team. And a whole lot of celebration when you reach the end. Book your
narrow boat holiday from Union Wharf Marina.
Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
A bridge that carries the canal (and your boat) over a spectacular Welsh ravine. A glorious
experience that you won’t forget. Ever. Book your narrow boat hire from Blackwater Meadow
Marina.
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