Kids and boating holidays
Canal Holidays are fun for all the family.
Narrow boat holidays provide an exciting and inspiring holiday for children. They're a great
chance to get the whole family to spend time together and kids can really get involved on
board the narrow boat. Whether they help to navigate, map read, work the locks or swab the
decks, there's something for kids of all ages on a narrow boat holiday.
Kids get interested in their environment on a narrow boat holiday
Children love to see the wildlife that flourishes on the British canals. Fantastic arrays of
birds are attracted to the peaceful and thriving habitat of Britain's canals. Expect to
encounter ducks, swans, and herons, toads, kingfishers and dragonflies, and if you're really
lucky you'll see the endangered voles and otters.
It's easy to stop and moor up your boat anywhere on most canals, so an afternoon walk
through the woods or a museum stop off can make a pleasant change to cruising. Bike
rides, pony treks and canal side fishing are all easy options that are sure to go down well
with the kids. Many of the canal side pubs are kid-friendly and with all the fresh air they'll
get on this holiday, they're sure to sleep soundly through the night!
Narrow boats have modern conveniences Should children begin to get weary, there's a television and DVD player on board- so
bringing some films with you may be wise if your kids' attention span is likely to wane.
Safety on a canal boat
We provide life jackets for children, so there's no need to worry about safety, though of
course children should be supervised at all times when out on deck. Working the locks
definitely needs a team effort, and older children will jump at the chance to help out.
Our experts at the marinas will advise you on safety issues when you arrive, so you know
what the dangers are and how to ensure you have a safe and fun journey!
Narrow boat holidays are a real adventure for the whole family. Each of our marinas offers a
choice of routes with different activities and sights along the way. On a narrow boat
holiday, you determine the distances you travel, the places you stop and the general pace
of your trip. This makes it a perfect holiday for adults and children alike.
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