2026 Anglo Welsh Brochure

CANAL BOAT HOLIDAYS 2026

Welcome

…to the world of Anglo Welsh narrowboat holidays, one of the largest canal boat holiday companies in the UK.

With over 55 years of experience and a reputation for providing high quality, exceptional value holidays, we look forward to introducing you to thousands of miles of beautiful canals and rivers.

Offering the choice of more than 140 boats from 10 bases across England and Wales, our boats are designed for cruising comfort with smart interiors, clever storage and an impressive list of mod-cons.

Whether you are a novice or an expert, our friendly booking team will help you choose the route to suit you and we’ll provide you with the tuition you need so you can learn the ropes.

Enjoying your narrowboat experience

Travelling at less than four miles an hour, a narrowboat holiday offers the fastest way to slow down and the chance to sight-see at a relaxed pace.

As soon as you are underway on your floating holiday adventure, stress levels are reduced and a steadier pace of life takes over.

From fields and wildlife to fascinating urban landscapes and world class waterside attractions, you’ll see things differently from a canal boat. And as canals and rivers provide homes for large numbers of birds, plants and animals, including swans, dragonflies and kingfishers, there’s always something special to look out for.

Choose from rural retreats to city breaks

Most mooring sites are free, so you can stay somewhere different every night. You can moor up in the centre of top destinations, such as Bath, Birmingham, Stratford-uponAvon or Chester. Or you can explore sleepy villages, rural backwaters and unspoilt countryside.

Our narrowboat galley kitchens are well equipped, so you’ll have everything you need on board for a self-catering holiday afloat. Or you can stop off at waterside pubs along the way.

Our holidays are pet-friendly

Up to three well behaved pets are welcome aboard, and the first pet travels free. There’s a charge for your second & third pet of £25 for a short break, £35 for a week. Please do bring your pet’s bed as they aren’t allowed on the beds or seats.

Where do we start?

With such a wide range of starting points across England and Wales, and over 140 boats to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice when planning an Anglo Welsh holiday.

Choose your location

We have 10 start-points in England and Wales. Wherever you start your holiday will also be the finishing point.

Decide how long your holiday will be

We offer a range of holidays from three-night weekends and four-night midweek getaways, to one week, 10 days or two weeks – or more! Holidays can start on a Friday, Saturday, Monday or Tuesday, depending on the boat you choose. Holidays from Silsden are offered every day of the week except Wednesdays.

Our collection and return times Boats are ready to collect from 3pm on the afternoon of your holiday start date. And you’ll need to return your boat at 9am on the final day of your holiday, or the afternoon before if you’ve made arrangements with the booking team. Please bear this in mind when deciding where to moor on your last night.

Learning the ropes

You don’t need to have any boating experience to enjoy our holidays. When you arrive to pick up your boat, one of our instructors will take you through everything you need to know – how to start the engine, fill up with water, steer, slow down, moor up and work the locks.

There’s a manual on board every boat if you need to check on anything and our engineering teams are always on hand – 24 hours a day – to help over the phone or come out to you if you need them.

We also have a Boat Handover video online that you can watch in advance of your trip, and a series of short ‘how to’ videos to help you along the way.

There are some FAQ’s on our website www.anglowelsh.co.uk and you can call our bookings team on 0117 3041122 if you have any questions.

Planning

ahead

You can buy a waterways map in advance from our booking office or at one of our boat yard shops.

Bedding

Bedding and bed linen, towels and hand towels are supplied and all fixed beds are made up before you arrive. Bedding is provided on request if you are on a boat where the dinette seating can be converted into a bed.

Circuits and rings

Here’s a guide to some of the most popular cruising rings from our bases. For more information call our friendly booking team on 0117 304 1122.

The Black Country Ring

This is an exhilarating ring and achievable in a week with a steady 7-8 hours cruising per day from Tardebigge and Great Haywood (79 locks).

The East Midlands Circuit

This rewarding ring takes in narrow and broad beam canals as well as two different river sections and is achievable in two weeks with a steady 7.5 hours from Great Haywood.

The Cheshire Ring

This superb ring takes in everything from the Peaks to the Cheshire Plain and is achievable in ten days with a steady 7 hours cruising per day from Bunbury (102 locks) or in two weeks, cruising 8 hours per day from Trevor (140 locks).

The Four Counties Ring

One of the most popular rings, giving a lively mix of locks and level cruising and is achievable in a week, cruising 8 hours per day from Great Haywood and Bunbury (96 locks) or in two weeks, from Trevor cruising 8 hours per day.

The Avon Ring

A world famous ring that contrasts the quiet of the Avon with the locks of the Lickey Hills and is achievable in one busy week, cruising 9 hours per day from Wootton Wawen and Tardebigge (130 locks) or a comfortable two week cruise, cruising a leisurely 4.5 hours per day. (Remember, time spent on the River Avon costs an extra licence fee, which is payable on the river en route).

The Droitwich Ring

Originally opened in 1771 although last used 65 years ago, the ring has recently undergone extensive renovation. The restored Droitwich canals link the Worcester & Birmingham Canal with the River Severn, allowing this ring to be cruised again. The route takes you through rural Worcestershire, passing through Droitwich Spa and historic Worcester. It’s suitable for a midweek break or longer from Tardebigge, with 30 hours cruising and 117 locks.

The Stourport Ring

This superb ring takes in the Staffs & Worcs Canal, the Worcs & Birmingham Canal, the Birmingham Canal Navigation and an upper section of the River Severn. You can complete this hugely popular route from Tardebigge in one week, cruising 7 hours per day (118 locks), or a leisurely 5 hours per day over 10 days.

The Warwickshire Ring

A mostly rural route, passing some wonderful landmarks and achievable in ten days with a steady 6-8 hours per day from Wootton Wawen (128 locks) and Tardebigge (121 locks).

The City of

Bath

We have three bases on the Kennet & Avon Canal offering the option to visit the UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath on a canal boat.

Re-opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 1990, the Kennet & Avon Canal stretches 87 miles, connecting the Bristol Avon in the west with the River Thames at Reading. It takes you through some of the country’s best-loved landscapes, including the Bath Valley, Savernake Forest, Vale of Pewsey and North West Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Sydney Wharf

Suggested Routes

Short Breaks Time Locks

Bath Top Lock RTN 10 Mins 0

Dundas Aqueduct RTN 4 Hours 0

Avoncliff Aqueduct RTN 7 Hours 0

Foxhanger Wharf RTN 21 Hours 16

Bath City Centre RTN 4 Hours 12

Saltford Lock RTN 6 Hours 16

Bristol Floating Harbour 16 Hours 26 RTN

Weekly Cruises

Pewsey Wharf RTN 42 Hours 74

Great Bedwyn RTN 54 Hours 102

10 Days/14 Days

Newbury RTN 72 Hours 144 Reading RTN 98 Hours 188

Hungerford RTN 62 Hours 122

Sydney Wharf

Monkton Combe

Suggested Routes

Short Breaks

Wharf RTN 19 Hours 16

Bath City Centre RTN 8 Hours 12

Saltford Lock RTN 10 Hours 16 Bristol Floating Harbour 20 Hours 26 RTN

Weekly Cruises

Pewsey Wharf RTN

10 Days/14 Days

From our base at Sydney Wharf it takes just two hours to reach moorings close to Pulteney Bridge in the centre of UNESCO World Heritage Bath. You can use your narrowboat as floating accommodation and visit iconic attractions, such as the Roman Baths and Royal Crescent.

Or head east through the Bath Valley to historic Bradford on Avon, often described as a ‘mini Bath’ with a great choice of independent shops and places to eat, as well as historic sites such as English Heritage’s 14th century Tithe Barn to visit. On a four-night break, you could cruise on to Foxhanger Wharf at the base of the Caen Hill flight of locks at Devizes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Waterways.

On longer breaks heading east, you can go up the Caen Hill flight and on through the beautiful Vale of Pewsey, Savernake Forest and beyond.

Experienced boaters can travel west along the River Avon to Bristol’s Floating Harbour, home of Brunel’s SS Great Britain and The Watershed arts centre.

Monkton Combe

Our base at Brassknocker Basin on the Somerset Coal Canal at Monkton Combe is just two hours away from moorings close to Sydney Wharf. From there it’s a 15-minute walk into Bath City Centre.

Or cruise west through the Bath Valley, crossing over the magnificent Bath stone aqueducts at Dundas and Avoncliff. You can stop off to visit Bradford on Avon and its canalside Barge Inn pub. Cruise on through the Wiltshire countryside to the Caen Hill flight of locks and the historic market town of Devizes.

Featured Routes

Route 1 : Short Break – Avoncliff Aqueduct

Enjoy one of the prettiest lockfree canal stretches in England where you will leave the Roman city of Bath, pass through the tranquil Sydney Garden tunnels, to Bathampton and onto Claverton. The next 3 miles provides the unique opportunity to cross two aqueducts, the first being Dundas followed by Avoncliff an hour later. Along the way, enjoy the views of the beautiful Limpley Stoke Valley.

Route 2 : Weekly Cruise – Great Bedwyn

Spend the week navigating one of the most beautiful stretches of canal in the UK. Starting in Bath, cruise past the historic Claverton pumping station, over the Dundas and Avoncliff aqueducts and stop off at the picturesque woollen town of Bradford on Avon. Continue through Hilperton, Semington & Seend until you reach one of the true wonders of the canal network – the Caen Hill flight. Experience the thrill of 29 locks! Cruise through the Vale of Pewsey and on to Great Bedwyn.

Route 3 : 14 Days – Reading Return

Built years ago by the renowned Victorian engineer John Rennie, this historic canal is crammed full of fascinating places to see.

The UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath, down the Limpley Stoke Valley, Dundas Aqueduct, Avoncliff Aqueduct and the historic woollen town of Bradford on Avon. Keep on cruising to Devizes and the breathtaking Caen Hill flight.

Once you’ve mastered the 29 locks, head towards Pewsey, Great Bedwyn and onto Crofton. The canal continues through Newbury and finally arrives at Reading, where it joins the River Thames.

Bradford On Avon

Our new base at Bradford on Avon Marina in Wiltshire is perfectly placed for holidaying on the beautiful Kennet & Avon Canal.

This historic town has many impressive buildings, canalside pubs, independent shops and restaurants, riverside walks and market streets dating back to the Middle Ages.

On a boating holiday from Bradford on Avon Marina, you can travel from the foothills of the Cotswolds to the North West Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the mighty River Thames. On a short break you can cruise west to Georgian Bath and back, or head east through the Wiltshire countryside to the Caen Hill flight of locks at Devizes.

On a week’s holiday you can continue on up the 29 locks at Caen Hill and cruise through the beautiful Vale of Pewsey. On a longer holiday, you can cruise on through the ancient Savernake Forest to Great Bedwyn, Hungerford, Newbury and the Thames at Reading.

Bradford On Avon

Suggested Routes

Short Breaks Time Locks

Bath Top Lock RTN 10 Hours 2

Foxhanger Wharf RTN 12 Hours 14

4-night mid-week breaks

Saltford Marina RTN 16 Hours 16

(experienced boaters only)

7-night breaks

Pewsey Wharf RTN 35 Hours 72

Bristol Floating Harbour 26 Hours 28 RTN

(experienced boaters only)

10 days / 2 weeks

Great Bedwyn RTN 50 Hours 100

Hungerford RTN 60 Hours 120

Newbury RTN 74 Hours 142

Reading RTN 108 Hours 186

Featured Routes

Route 1 : Short Break – Avoncliff Aqueduct

Enjoy one of the prettiest lockfree canal stretches in England where you will leave the Roman city of Bath, pass through the tranquil Sydney Garden tunnels, to Bathampton and onto Claverton. The next 3 miles provides the unique opportunity to cross two aqueducts, the first being Dundas followed by Avoncliff an hour later. Along the way, enjoy the views of the beautiful Limpley Stoke Valley.

Route 2 : Weekly Cruise – Great Bedwyn

Spend the week navigating one of the most beautiful stretches of canal in the UK. Starting in Bath, cruise past the historic Claverton pumping station, over the Dundas and Avoncliff aqueducts and stop off at the picturesque woollen town of Bradford on Avon. Continue through Hilperton, Semington & Seend until you reach one of the true wonders of the canal network – the Caen Hill flight. Experience the thrill of 29 locks! Cruise through the Vale of Pewsey and on to Great Bedwyn.

Route 3 : 14 Days – Reading Return

Built years ago by the renowned Victorian engineer John Rennie, this historic canal is crammed full of fascinating places to see.

The UNESCO World Heritage City of Bath, down the Limpley Stoke Valley, Dundas Aqueduct, Avoncliff Aqueduct and the historic woollen town of Bradford on Avon. Keep on cruising to Devizes and the breathtaking Caen Hill flight.

Once you’ve mastered the 29 locks, head towards Pewsey, Great Bedwyn and onto Crofton. The canal continues through Newbury and finally arrives at Reading, where it joins the River Thames.

Bunbury

Set in glorious Cheshire countryside, this location offers a great choice of holidays for beginners and experts. From visiting historic market towns and iconic canal structures, to quintessentially English canalside pubs and fascinating museums.

Enjoy a weekend break rural retreat to Audlem and the famous Shroppie Fly canalside pub. Or experience a city break afloat in the ancient city of Chester.

On a four-night mid-week break you can reach the iconic Anderton Boat Lift, one of the Seven Wonders of the Waterways. Or the National Waterways Museum at Ellesmere Port to step back in time and learn about the lives of the canal people.

On longer breaks you can cruise all the way along the Llangollen Canal to Llangollen and back, crossing over the UNESCO World Heritage Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Or tackle the epic Four Counties or Cheshire Rings, experiencing dramatic landscapes and big flights of locks!

Featured Routes

Route 1 : Short Break – Chester and Ellesmere Port Return

30 miles, 24 locks and approx 6-8 cruising hours per day. Head north from the base on the Shropshire Union, towards the historic City of Chester. There’s plenty to see on the way as you pass through the rolling Cheshire landscape, including the famous “Cheshire Ice Cream Farm” in Tattenhall and “The Crocky Trail” - two great favourites with kids of all ages!

Route 2 : Weekly Cruise –Llangollen Return

After Hurleston Junction, turn right onto the most popular canal in Britain – the Llangollen. With only a handful of locks, as well as tunnels, lift bridges and aqueducts along its 45 mile length, the Llangollen really does have a taste of everything the canals have to offer, and there are lots of pubs and restaurants to enjoy along the way.

Route 3 : 14 Days – Cheshire Ring

Another of those ‘once in a lifetime’ routes – head north from Middlewich passing the Anderton Boat Lift and onto Preston Brook and Lymm, before turning east into Manchester. Pass the world renowned football stadiums “Old Trafford” and the “Etihad” – make sure you know your red from your blue! Then continue out of Manchester onto the Macclesfield Canal, where peace and tranquility returns as the canal becomes a sleepy route through the gorgeous rolling hills.

Bunbury Suggested Routes

Great Haywood

Our base in the Staffordshire countryside at Great Haywood is at the crossroads of the Trent & Mersey and Staffordshire & Worcestershire canals, and offers a great choice of routes for beginners and experienced boaters.

On a short break, you can cruise along the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal to Tixall Wide where the canal broadens out into a beautiful lake, and then on through the countryside to Gailey. Or head south to Fradley, through the Cannock Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a series of villages with canalside pubs.

More experienced boaters can head north along the Trent & Mersey Canal into the Potteries, and transfer onto the beautiful Caldon Canal to cruise into the Peak District. Or experience the challenge of the Black Country or Four Counties rings.

Route 1 : Short Break- Fradley/ Fazeley/Alrewas

Head south on the Trent & Mersey canal past the grounds of Shugborough Hall (Lord Lichfield’s former home), where the canal meanders through the Trent Valley with multiple canalside pubs. Three locks descend into the charming Fradley Junction. A right turn takes you onto the Coventry canal which is lock-free all the way to Fazeley, or continue through the locks at Fradley Junction, following the canal to Alrewas, a beautiful village with lovely pubs.

Route 2 : Weekly Cruise – Kinver

Cruise the picturesque Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal, pass through towns and villages towards Stourport, take in countryside pubs and stop off in Kinver to visit the Rock Houses.

Route 3 : 14 days – 4 Counties Ring and Caldon

The inland waterway’s most popular ring, featuring a lively mix of locks and level cruising. The ring includes the famous 2,670 metres long Harecastle Tunnel, Wedgewood Pottery Visitor Centre, and the Cheshire Locks, also known as “Heartbreak Hill”.

The Caldon Branch splits into two arms: one heads towards Leek, the other drops into the Churnet Valley to Froghall.

Silsden

Tucked away in the Yorkshire countryside, this is the perfect place to explore the Leeds & Liverpool Canal and experience the Yorkshire Dales and the Pennines afloat.

Going west from Silsden the canal passes through the typical Yorkshire stone-built villages of Kildwick and Farnhill, and the mill village of Bradley. On a short break, you can cruise on through the Aire Valley to Skipton, home to a magnificent medieval castle. Or head east to Shipley and UNESCO World Heritage Saltaire, passing through the famous Bingley Five Rise locks along the way, one of the Seven Wonders of the Waterways.

On a week away, you can continue on from Skipton and up onto the Pennines to Barnoldswick and Foulridge Tunnel. Or continue east from Saltaire to Leeds and moor up in Leeds Dock to explore the city.

Silsden

Suggested Routes

Short Breaks Time Locks

Silsden to Gargrave RTN 13 Hours 6

Silsden to East Marton RTN 27 Hours 24

Silsden to Shipley 14 Hours 22 or Saltaire RTN

Weekly Cruises

Foulridge tunnel RTN 26 Hours 30

Leeds RTN 34 Hours 56

10 Days/14 Days

Wigan RTN 60 Hours 112

Sowerby Bridge 75 Hours 132

Featured Routes

Route 1 : Short Break- Gargrave Return

Visit Skipton and its medieval castle before you cruise through beautiful, varying countryside crossing over the River Aire, via a stunning stone-built aqueduct. Gargrave offers a great stop to enjoy this fantastic location bordering the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

Route 2 : Weekly Cruise – Leeds Return

Cruise to the vibrant city of Leeds, with sites to enjoy along the way including Cliffe Castle, Bingley Five Rise staircase locks, and UNESCO World Heritage town of Saltaire.

Route 3 : 14 Days – Two Counties

Pass Skipton, East Marton, Gargrave, Burnley, and Blackburn on your cruise to Wigan. Filled with great places to stop and eat, this cruise through the Pennines is a must for those who appreciate history and beauty.

Tardebigge

The ideal starting point for a leisurely cruise journey through the ‘Heart of England’. Our Tardebigge base enjoys an idyllic setting in rural Worcestershire.

It’s the perfect place to start a journey through Shakespeare country, or a lock-free trip into the heart of Birmingham.

Wootton Wawen

Ideal for first-timers and seasoned boaters alike, you can relax and enjoy the outstanding natural beauty of the ‘Heart of England’. Take your time on gentle ‘there-and-back’ cruises to Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwick or Worcester.

Or try the Stourport Ring - a fantastic mix of all things boating - locks, tunnels, canals, and even a short river section. From the historic Gas Street Basin in Birmingham, to idyllic spots in the middle of nowhere, there are some great attractions to see along the way.

There are short breaks to suit all tastes. Moor up in the centre of Birmingham, with more canals than Venice! Vibrant, cosmopolitan, family friendly, buzzing with great shops, restaurants, theatre, arts and music…it’s got it all! Or are you looking to escape city life? Head for Lapworth on the Stratford Canal, a gorgeous rural cruise with plenty of pubs serving great food.

Featured Routes

Route 1 : Short Break – Black Country Museum (home of the Peaky Blinders) Return Take in the cosmopolitan atmosphere of central Birmingham and cruise on to the award winning Black Country Museum for a feel of the area in days gone by. It’s worth a walk to “The Pie Factory” pub with its ‘Desperate Dan’ cowhorn pies!

Kingswood RTN 20 Hours 38

Black Country Museum RTN 16 Hours 6 Birmingham RTN 10 Hours 0

Midweek Break or longer Droitwich RING 30 Hours 117

Mini RING 27 Hours 49

Weekly Cruises

RTN

Route 2 : Weekly Cruise –Stratford Return

Our most popular out and back cruise through the Warwickshire countryside along the beautiful Stratford Canal. Moor up in Bancroft Basin in the heart of Stratford to enjoy its theatres, museums, shops, restaurants, cafes and markets.

Route 3 : 14 Days – Warwickshire Ring

An almost totally rural route passing wonderful landmarks such as Warwick Castle, Leamington Spa, Hatton Locks, Braunston, Drayton Manor Park and the cosmopolitan Gas Street Basin in the heart of Birmingham. A two week holiday would allow for a peaceful five hours cruising per day.

Trevor

Our base at Trevor on the Llangollen Canal in North Wales is right next to the amazing Pontcysyllte Aqueduct!

This spectacular structure is on every boater’s bucket list and it’s part of an 11-mile stretch of the Llangollen Canal designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Nicknamed ‘The Stream in the Sky’, the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct carries the Llangollen Canal 38 metres high above the River Dee, giving boaters spectacular views. After crossing the aqueduct, you can travel on along the Llangollen Canal, crossing the border into England at Chirk and cruising on through the Shropshire Lake District to Ellesmere and beyond.

You can also transfer onto the Montgomery Canal Special Area of Conservation at Frankton Junction, and cruise the restored section to Crickheath and back. Or head west from Trevor to the picturesque town of Llangollen, nestled in the Berwyn Mountains.

Trevor Suggested Routes

Featured Routes

Route 1 : Short Break – Trevor to Ellesmere

Cruise across the spectacular Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, through one lift bridge at Froncysyllte, two tunnels and then on to Chirk Aqueduct. Meander along to the small Shropshire town of Ellesmere with its ‘mini lakes’, passing through only two locks on the way.

Route 2 : Weekly Cruise – Trevor to Wrenbury

Across the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and through Ellesmere, to the Meres. Follow the twists and turns to Whitchurch and moor up – or carry on to Grindley Brook Locks. At Wrenbury, there’s an electric lift bridge, a choice of pubs and some great countryside walks.

Route 3 : Weekly Cruise –Trevor/ Montgomery Canal/ Ellesmere & Llangollen

Enjoy a relaxing couple of days on the Montgomery Canal, and visit the popular market town of Ellesmere, where there are plenty of mooring places. There are some nice shops, an excellent deli, and even a supermarket alongside the canal. Carry on for a couple of miles and you pass a series of Meres, full of wildlife.

On your return (and time permitting) go up to Llangollen, a 2-hour trip through the beautiful countryside of the Dee Valley. Bookings are required for passage through the locks onto the Montgomery Canal.

Wootton Wawen

Explore Shakespeare country, Stratford-upon-Avon and some of the most popular cruising rings in the country.

Great Haywood

Whixall Trevor

Tardebigge

Tardebigge

Wootton Wawen

Wootton Wawen

Suggested Routes

Short Breaks Time Locks

Stratford RTN 12 Hours 34

Hatton RTN 16 Hours 34

Weekly Cruises

Stratford & Warwick 38 Hours 114

RTN (both ways)

Stratford & Birmingham 46 Hours 106

RTN (both ways)

Warwick & Birmingham 46 Hours 118

RTN

Birmingham Mini RING 35 Hours 83

10 Days/14 Days

Birmingham/Napton RTN 64 Hours 164

Warwickshire RING 59 Hours 128

Avon RING 58 Hours 131

Monkton Combe

Bath

Bradford on Avon

Deep in the Warwickshire countryside, Wootton Wawen offers the chance to explore the Stratford Canal, Grand Union Canal and the Warwickshire and Avon circuits.

On a short break, you can cruise south to Bancroft Basin in the centre of Shakespeare’s Stratford and moor up to explore this world famous town. Or head north to transfer onto the Grand Union Canal at Lapworth and cruise the base of the magnificent flight of locks at Hatton.

On a week’s break travel on into the heart of Birmingham where there are more canals than Venice!

Explore Shakespeare country afloat by day boat. Scan the QR code to view our fleet and locations.

Featured Routes

Route 1 : Short Break – Stratfordupon-Avon

A hugely popular short break and a great value for money ‘floating hotel’!

Route 2 : Weekly Cruise –Stratford and Warwick

You will need to do lots of cruising on this double destination break – but there are plenty of canalside pubs to reward your hard work each night!

Route 3 : 14 Days – Avon Ring

Great to do over a fortnight, this idyllic ring takes in some glorious countryside and jaw-droppingly beautiful towns.

Whixall Marina

Explore the Shropshire Lake District and the UNESCO World Heritage Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, or head into Cheshire to visit the Anderton Boat Lift.

Located on the Prees Branch of the Llangollen Canal in the Shropshire countryside, Whixall is one of Britain’s most rural marinas.

It takes just half an hour cruise to join the main line then you can decide to turn left for Llangollen, or right to Hurleston Junction and the Shropshire Union Canal. If you go left, you’re immediately rewarded with seven miles of quiet, winding canal leading into the historic market town of Ellesmere, in the heart of the Shropshire Lake District.

Nineteen miles and only two locks later, you’ll reach the historic town of Llangollen, with its many attractions. There are three stunning canal features to add excitement to your journey. Chirk Aqueduct takes you across the border into North Wales, followed by Chirk Tunnel, and then the ‘jewel in the crown’ of the whole canal network, the UNESCO World Heritage Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

Featured Routes

Route 1 : Short Break – Chirk Return

The rolling green fields of Shropshire and Cheshire provide the backdrop to the canal on this cruise. A leisurely trip with only two locks in each direction leads you to the village of Chirk, with its historic buildings and town trail. Cross the 21-metre high aqueduct and turn just before the tunnel. There’s no turning point after the tunnel. You’ll find a choice of pubs in Chirk, including “the last pub in England.”

Route 2 : Weekly Cruise –Llangollen Return

The Llangollen Canal is possibly the most popular in Britain, with attractions for families or groups of friends. Picturesque countryside takes you through Shropshire, Cheshire and North Wales, with plenty of canalside pubs. A camera is a must for the canal architecture and views, particularly Pontcysyllte. An unusual feature of this canal is a 2 mph water flow, so your return journey will be quicker than the outbound trip.

Route 3 : Weekly Cruise – Chester Return

An interesting cruise, with staircase locks and lift bridges adding to the canal experience, as well as the beautiful Cheshire countryside. The Llangollen Canal goes through the pretty towns of Whitchurch and Wrenbury, before descending into Hurleston Junction. Here you join the Shropshire Union Canal taking you into the historic city of Chester.

Whixall Marina

Heading the other way along the Llangollen Canal, you’ll pass through the historic market town of Whitchurch and through the Grindley Brook flight of locks.

There is a lock keeper on hand to help you and afterwards you have six miles to relax before Wrenbury Lift Bridge. This bridge is electrically operated with a waterways key. A sharp left turn at Hurleston Junction guides you onto the Shropshire Union Canal towards Chester.

There are many attractions to enjoy in the ancient City of Chester, including the cathedral, castle, racecourse, Roman walls, zoo, bars and restaurants.

The Inside Story

From drawing board, to all aboard

Our modern and spacious 140 boat fleet provides a range of holiday accommodation to suit everyone and each of our boats is designed with your comfort in mind.

There are cosy two-berths, spacious four-berths to suit a small family, six-berths for extra family room and eight, nine, 10 or 12 berths for bigger parties.

What to expect

All boats have a full size gas oven, fridge, TV/DVD player, radiator central heating and a surprising amount of storage. Kitchens are fully equipped with all you’ll need for self-catering, including pots and pans, crockery and cutlery sufficient for your party size.

Electrical appliances

Unlike at home, there is a limit to the power that is available on a boat. Anglo Welsh boats have a device called an “inverter”, which converts the power from the onboard batteries into a 240-volt supply. Power is measured in watts. For example, a standard household light bulb uses 60 watts and a kettle can be as much as 3000 watts.

The inverters have a power limitation of 1000 watts, which excludes many domestic electrical appliances. Every domestic electrical appliance has a label on it indicating its power consumption, so, anything above 1000 watts is not permitted. Usually, the following are more than 1000 watts and therefore are not permitted: Kettles; irons; hairdryers; vacuum cleaners; any form of heater.

Usually, the following items are less than 1000 watts and therefore can be permitted: Cool-boxes; hair straighteners; curling tongs; blenders; phone and computer chargers.

The Golden Rules

• If the appliance is above 1000 watts then don’t bring it onto the boat.

• No electrical appliance should be left plugged in unattended.

• Only use one appliance at a time.

• Wherever possible, run the engine whilst using the appliance so that you are charging the batteries.

Finally, remember that it’s impossible to guarantee that a battery powered supply system will be able to provide a constant supply of power to any electrical device, including and importantly, medical appliances.

This is because the batteries are charged when the engine is running; as soon as the engine is turned off, then the electrics will start to run the battery down quite quickly. If you need to bring an electrical medical appliance with you on holiday, talk to us first.

Toilets are fully flushing high specification chemical toilets and showers are fed by the boat’s hot water tank. Some boats even have additions such as microwave oven, settees, multi-fuel stoves and dressing tables. You’ll find out exactly what’s included in each boat on the detailed layout pages on pages 28–37.

The fleet carries a mixture of ‘Semi-traditional’ and ‘Cruiser’ sterns.

FIXED DOUBLE BERTH WITH 6’3’ X 4’ INTERIOR MATTRESS

SHOWER ROOM

What’s included?

Bottled gas is included in your hire charge and there will be ample onboard to see you through your holiday. All bedding (duvets plus covers and sheets); towels and tea towels are provided and all fixed beds are made up prior to your arrival.

For Dinette seating, which converts into beds, bedding is all provided for you to make up before use.

ADDITIONAL WC WARDROBES SEATING

QUIET WATER COOLED DIESEL ENGINE

LOW LEVEL FIXED SINGLE WITH 6’3 x 2’ INTERIOR MATTRESS UNDER BERTH

What’s included on all boats?

Fully equipped kitchen Yes Microwave Selected boats Freezer Selected boats

Interiors and layouts

Our boat layouts show you the range of our extensive fleet and help you to choose which works best for you and your crew of between 2 and 12 people.

This example layout is a symbol guide giving you all the different possible facilities that could be available to you on your chosen boat. The layouts indicate the locations of berths (beds), bathrooms, storage and other facilities on board. So follow the symbol guide and look carefully for the things you want on your boat, then match these within the boat layouts throughout the rest of the brochure.

Each boat has a weekly and short break price band in the bottom right-hand corner. This is either a number or letter next to the layout which refers to the holiday prices on page 41. When a +2 is shown in the layout this means an extra 2 berths can be made by converting the dining area to a double bed, or in some cases two singles.

Please be aware that these drawings are not to scale and give an idea of what the layout will look like, but some boats do vary slightly from base to base. If you are unsure on anything, please call our booking team on 0117 304 1122.

Price Banding

2 Berth

STERN TYPE: SEMI TRAD - 2 doubles or 4 singles in 2 cabins.

BOAT NAMES: Hawke, Cunningham, Fitzroy, Duncan, Curzon, Codrington.

STERN TYPE: SEMI TRAD - 2 doubles or 1 double and 2 singles in 2 cabins.

NAMES: Aquarius, Aquila, Carina, Hydra, Draco, Aries, Centaurus.

NAMES: Anna, Leo II, Gloria, Trossachs.

Day Boats

Dip your toe in the water with our day boat hire.

Available at six of our bases, our day boats offer a great day out in the countryside with friends and family, and are a great way to try canal boating and get the hang of steering, mooring up and working the locks*.

All our day boats are equipped with a fridge, toilet, cutlery, crockery, a kettle and a hob, so you can pack a picnic and head out for the day with everything you need, or plan a stop at a canalside pub.

Tuition is included as part of our day boat hire package. Prices start from just £10 per person. Cruising hours during the season are from 9am to 4pm.

Our day boats carry a maximum of ten people and have both indoor and outdoor seating. Check the layout with the Booking Team as they are all slightly different.

Day boat hire routes & prices

Cheshire - from Bunbury on the Shropshire Union Canal near Tarporley, you can cruise south for six miles, and travel across the impressive Grade II* listed Nantwich Aqueduct, with panoramic views across the town.

Shropshire - from Whixall on the Prees Branch of the Llangollen Canal, you can head east to Whitchurch in just over two hours, or west to Ellesmere in the heart of the Shropshire Lake District in around three hours.

Staffordshire - from Great Haywood on the Trent & Mersey Canal you can travel south to the historic market town of Rugeley, passing through the Cannock Chase Forest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, or north to the village of Sandon with a choice of pubs along the way.

Warwickshire - from Wootton Wawen on the Stratford Canal, you can head south to the historic village of Wilmcote, passing over the impressive Edstone Aqueduct, or north to Lowsonford, through the remains of the Forest of Arden.

Wrexham – from Trevor on the Llangollen Canal in North Wales, you can cruise east across the Pontcysyllte and Chirk aqueducts and on to Chirk Bank, or west to the pretty town of Llangollen, on the edge of the Berwyn Mountains.

Wiltshire - from Bradford on Avon Marina on the Kennet & Avon Canal, you can cruise west through the Bath Valley to Brassknocker Basin, crossing the magnificent Bath stone aqueducts at Avoncliff and Dundas. Or cruise east through the Wiltshire countryside to Hilperton and back.

On our website, we’ve published 10 new destination maps to guide you on a perfect day out afloat.

Alcohol – a sad but necessary warning

Whilst we want everyone to enjoy their day boat cruise, our primary concern is for your health and safety, and that of others on the waterway. Our base staff will not allow excessive amounts of alcohol to be taken aboard the boats, and will decline to hand over any boat where they feel this may be an issue. This would result in you forfeiting your booking payment.

If your boat crew is reported causing disruption on the waterway, the crew will be escorted from the boat and all payments and security deposits will be forfeited. The crew will also be reported to waterway authorities, which could result in prosecution.

DAY BOAT HIRE PRICE GUIDE

MAX 10 PERSONS PER BOAT

ALL OUR DAY BOATS HAVE A TOILET, HOB AND FRIDGE

Wootton Wawen

Whixall

Trevor

Great Haywood

*Bunbury

Dolly, Charlie, Emma

Julia Jacob, Daniel, Lotty

Daphne, Abi

Bella

Jacy, Emily Katherine, Sally & Grace

* Please note you can only cruise south from our base at Bunbury.

Scan the QR code to view all our day boat maps.

*Not all our day boat routes will include locks

Boat trips across the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

Book your seats aboard our skippered trip boat Little Star and enjoy this ‘bucket list’ experience.

At 300 metres long and 38 metres high, the awesome Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is the longest and highest aqueduct in Britain. In 2009 it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, putting it on a par with the pyramids in Egypt and the Taj Mahal in India.

The 45-minute return trips take you along the Llangollen Canal and across the aqueduct to experience amazing views across the Dee Valley.

Little Star (‘Seren Fach’ in Welsh) tickets are:

adults are £10 each, children (under 16) are £5, families (two adults and two children) are £25.

We offer 10% off tickets for groups of 10 or more, and longer bespoke trips are available for groups of 20 or more.

To find out more and book in advance, go to www.anglowelsh.co.uk/little-star or email tripboat@anglowelsh.co.uk

2026

Price band 1 / A Brook 2,

Terms & Conditions

Please read these terms and conditions carefully when you book a holiday with us you are entering into a contract, which binds us in various ways. You are strongly advised to ensure you have adequate personal travel insurance, which should also cover any of your potential liabilities in this agreement.

1. Definitions.“The Company” means Anglo Welsh Ltd trading as Anglo Welsh Waterway Holidays.“The Hirer” means the designated Skipper named on the Handover Certificate. Where there is more than one Hirer, they shall be individually responsible and liable under this agreement.

2. Booking Agreement. A booking is a legally binding contract. The contract includes these conditions which the Hirer accepts having read and agreed them. The entire contract between the Company and the Hirer is contained in these conditions and the booking form and no representations, terms, warranty or condition expressed or implied shall be deemed to be or have been made or agreed or imported by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. No agent, servant or representative of the Company has any right to alter or vary or waive any of these conditions. Nor is any such person authorized to undertake and liability whatsoever on behalf of the Company. These conditions can only be varied with the written permission signed by a Director or the General Manager of the Company. The Hirer acknowledges that no statement or representation which may have been made by or on behalf of the Company induced the Hirer to enter into the contract and that any such statements or representations do not form part of the contract. Any liability of the Company and any remedy of the Hirer in respect of any such statement or representation is excluded save in so far as liability in respect of any particular statement or representation may not be excluded by law. In accepting a booking, the company’s responsibility does not extend beyond the provision of the boat and in particular there is no warranty that any particular route will be available for navigation during the period of hire. Where more than one boat is booked on the same booking form each boat shall be deemed to be the subject of a separate contract. Bookings for optional extras are taken subject to availability on the start date.

3. Group Bookings, Age Limits and Unsuitable Hirers. The Hirer must be aged 18 years or older. The Hirer warrants that whenever the boat is driven by a person aged under 18, that they will at all times be under the close supervision of a competent person aged 18 years or older. The Hirer warrants that two able body people aged 18 years or older will be aboard the boat, taking responsibility of boat and crew at all times. The Hirer must provide on the booking form all details of all persons in their party. On arrival at the base, the boat handover certificate must be completed in full. The company reserves the right to cancel any booking made in contravention of either of the above conditions, on or before the start date and any monies paid to the company shall be forfeit. The company may, at its discretion, cancel any booking and refuse to handover the boats to any person or group who in the company’s opinion is not suitable to take charge on the grounds of infirmity, ill health, disability, or who have failed to demonstrate a reasonable standard of competence following appropriate instruction in boat handling. In this event, the company will refund all monies paid for the boat hire and the contract shall be discharged without any further liability on either party. The company may, at its discretion, cancel any booking and refuse to handover the boat to any person or group who in the company’s opinion is not suitable to take charge on the grounds of suspected influence of alcohol or drugs. In this event, the company will not refund any monies paid for the boat hire and the contract shall be discharged without any further liability on either party. The company may repossess the boat at any time if in the opinion of the company, the Hirer is unsuitable for the above reasons, or, if the Hirer is not behaving responsibly, or if the boat or any persons are at risk. In this event, the Hirer shall remain liable to pay the full hire price and no refund will be given. Anglo Welsh are one of the few operators who will entertain celebratory parties. Sadly, the actions of the few have repercussions on the many. Therefore, any booking may be required to place a pre-authorised deposit of £1,000 per boat. All or a portion of this amount may be retained in the event of any transgressions to our Terms and Conditions. In the event of a party or boat declining to register this deposit upon request, the boat will not be handed over to the customer and all monies paid by the customer for the holiday shall be forfeit. Additional deposits of up to £100 per person may be required at the discretion of Anglo Welsh Ltd. For certain parties, the deposit will be returned to you when you have finished your holiday, providing the boat and its equipment is returned on time, undamaged, clean and tidy, with no third party claim. If You or any member of Your party has a disability and/or reduced mobility that may affect Your booking, it is Your responsibility to notify the Company when making the booking or, if such disability and/or reduced mobility becomes apparent after the booking, no later than 48 hours prior to the Start Date. Subject to the foregoing, although the Company has no expertise in this subject matter, the Company will try and advise you as to the suitability of the boat you have chosen to hire and possible alternatives but You acknowledge that certain space restrictions and practical safety considerations apply on board boats which may prevent a person with a disability or reduced mobility from accessing the boat and/or complying with all safety requirements. Where You have made a booking and You or a member of Your party subsequently becomes disabled or otherwise a person with reduced mobility the Company may not always be able to accommodate their needs. If in the Company’s reasonable opinion it is unable to properly accommodate the needs of the person(s) concerned or You do not accept such alternative arrangements as the Company may offer, the Company may, without liability, treat this as a request to terminate Your booking. The Company may require the person(s) concerned to produce a medical certificate certifying that they are fit to participate in the hire of the boat. The Company shall not be liable for any loss or damage caused as a result of a disability and/or reduced mobility, save where such loss or damage is caused by the negligence of the Company and results in death or personal injury.

4. Cancellations & Changes. Bookings may only be changed with the written agreement of both parties and in accordance with these Conditions. If You wish to change Your booking, the Company will use reasonable endeavours to accommodate such changes, provided that notification is received in writing from You. The Company reserves the right to charge an administration fee of £50 in addition to any increase in the cost of the booking due to such changes. No refund will be given where any agreed changes would otherwise have resulted in a lower Price for Your booking.

The Agreement is a legally binding contract and may only be cancelled in accordance with these Conditions. You have no statutory right of cancellation under The Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013. If you want to cancel the Agreement You must give the Company written notice (by email or such other means as directed by the Company) (the “Cancellation Notice”).The date of receipt of the Cancellation Notice shall be the effective cancellation date. In the event of Your cancellation of the Agreement, the Deposit, any insurances and credit card charges are nonrefundable and in addition you shall be liable for the following charges dependent on the proximity of your cancellation to the Start Date: More than 56 days before the Start Date 25% of the hire price. 43-56 days 50% of the hire price. 29-42 days 70% of the hire price. 8-28 days 80% of the hire price and 7 days or less 90% of the hire price. The company strongly suggests that hirers take out Cancellation Protection or other similar protection to cover any losses in the unfortunate event that they are not able to take their holiday.

5. Hire Period, Collection and Return of the Boat. The hire period is as shown on the booking confirmation sheet. IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU ARE AT THE BASE IN TIME TO COLLECT YOUR BOAT. THE ‘WINDOW’ FOR ARRIVAL IS 14.00 - 16.00. YOU MUST ARRANGE TO ARRIVE AT THE BASE WITHIN THIS ‘WINDOW’. YOU MUST ARRIVE AT THE BASE IN TIME TO BOARD YOUR BOAT AND HAVE PROPER INSTRUCTION BEFORE YOU WILL

BE ALLOWED TO CRUISE. Check in for holidays is from 14.00. Boats are available from 15.00.In order to cruise on the first day of your holiday, you must arrive at the base before 16.00. If you arrive after 16.00 you may not have a “boat handover” and you will not be able to cruise the boat. All bases are closed from 17.00 and you will not be able to gain access. Before departure, the company will give the Hirer such instructions and trials as the company sees fit, and requires the Hirer to check and sign for contents, inventory and Boat Acceptance. In the event that the boat is unavailable because of circumstances beyond the company’s control, the company may substitute a boat of similar accommodation, but if no such boat is available, the company shall refund any payments made but shall not otherwise be liable and the contract shall be discharged. The boat shall be returned to the company’s hire base no later than 9am on the morning of the end date. The boat shall be vacated and left in a clean and tidy condition by 9.30 am on the morning of the end date. The boat may not be returned to the base early except by prior arrangement in writing with Anglo Welsh’s Head Office. Hirers are responsible for ensuring their cruising schedule allows them ample time to return to the base by the stated time. Breach of this condition will incur a minimum additional charge of £75 per hour or part thereof. In addition, the Hirer will be liable for any extra costs incurred by the company as a result of the boat not being ready for the next Hirer. Where the company has to recover a boat and return it to the base, the Hirer shall be liable for all costs incurred.

6. Prices and Payment. Prices are inclusive of VAT and are subject to any change in the VAT rate prior to the settlement of the price in full. The booking statement and confirmation are not VAT invoices. Prices are in pound sterling. Hire cost includes navigation licences for waterways operated by the Canal & River Trust covering most UK canals but not UK river navigations (including but limited to Thames, Upper & Lower Avon, Wey) where the hirer can purchase a visitor licence in advance or on arrival at additional cost. The Hirer shall reimburse the Company on demand for any expenses incurred in the conversion of foreign currencies, bank charges, special clearance, re-presenting cheques, processing payments or otherwise in obtaining cleared sterling funds of the amount due on the due date. Payment is not made until cash or cleared funds have been received by the Company. The booking deposit must be sent with the booking application and unless otherwise stated is 25% of the basic holiday brochure price. The balance of the price is due not less than 8 weeks before the hire start date. Time of payment shall be the essence of the contract. For bookings made within 8 weeks before the hire start date payment in full must accompany the booking form. Without prejudice to any other rights of the Company it may charge interest (both before and after any judgement) at the rate of 4% over the company’s bankers base lending rate on any monies due from the due payment date until the date of payment and interest shall accrue from day to day.

7. Insurance. The boats, their equipment and inventory are insured by the company against public liability risks. The company’s insurance does not cover personal accidents or loss or damage to personal effects. Hirers and their crews are strongly advised to take out their own personal insurance cover. The Hirer shall pay a compulsory £50.00 accidental damage waiver for each booking. Accidental damage waiver does not cover damage arising from speeding, contact with a lock sill causing damage to the rudder, skeg or stern gear, TV aerials, chimneys, malicious or intentional damage to the boat, or to other boats and or property, loss or damage of boat inventory and equipment. The late return of a boat or return of the boat in an unclean condition is not covered by the Accidental damage waiver. The Hirer will indemnify the company against all costs, damage, expenses, liability and claims howsoever arising from the negligence, neglect or default of the Hirer to the extent that they are not covered by the company’s policy.

8. Obeying the Rules of the Waterways. The Hirer agrees to comply with the following rules at all times for the Health & Safety of the persons on the boat and other persons and the boat and its property: - The boat may not tow nor may it be allowed to be towed by another craft, except under professional assistance in the event of an emergency. Not to cruise between sunset and sunrise. The boat is only equipped to cruise during daylight hours. To observe all speed limits. Not to race or to cruise at a speed which causes a wash, or disturbs or inconveniences other waterway users. Not to take nor allow to be carried on the boat, any dinghies, canoes, inflatables, portable heaters, barbecues of any kind, vehicles, lighting equipment, TV sets, any electrical appliances (save razors), inflammable liquids or substances, gas cylinders, car batteries, firearms or any other items which might cause dangers or hazards. Not to use the boat for business purposes. Not to allow on the boat at any time more persons than the maximum number of berths. Not to have or to carry live fishing bait on the boat. At all times to observe all bye laws, navigational limits, or instructions and advice of Canal & River Trust or any other navigational authorities, the company and their respective officers and employees. The company reserves the right at its discretion, without liability, to restrict cruising areas or routes in light of prevailing conditions.

9. Accidents. The Hirer is in charge of the boat and is responsible for its safe navigation and return. In the event of an accident the hirer must: -Get full details of all other persons involved as well as relevant boat names and registrations. The Hirer must inform the company immediately with full details. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ADMIT OR ALLOW ANOTHER PERSON ABOARD THE BOAT TO ADMIT ANY LIABILITY TO ANY OTHER PERSON. Not have repairs carried out without the company’s express permission. At all times obtain and follow the company’s instructions. In the event that the company’s insurance cover is prejudiced or invalidated by any failure on the part of the Hirer to comply with the provisions of this condition, the Hirer shall indemnify the company in respect of liability claims, loss, damage or expenses incurred. The Hirer shall be responsible for getting the boat off mud banks or other grounding and for removal of weeds, rope and other matter from propellers. The Hirer is responsible for and shall indemnify the company against any claim or charge made by any Navigation Authority for damage to waterway property or loss of water. In the event that the Company’s insurance is prejudiced or invalidated by any failure on the part of the Hirer to comply with the provisions of this condition the Hirer shall indemnify the Company in respect of all liability claims, loss damages or expenses incurred. The Hirer is liable for and shall indemnify the Company against any claim or charge made by any Navigation Authority for damage to waterway property or loss of water.

10. Repairs and Breakdowns. The Hirer shall notify the company in the event of breakdown, damage, theft or loss and shall provide full details and shall comply with all company instructions. The Hirer must not allow any repairs, adjustment or service without the company’s prior approval. The Hirer shall have no claim on the company as a result of breakdown or the failures of the boat and its equipment, or for any delays caused by repairs to the boat.

11. Car parking & Hirer’s Personal Property. Free parking for two vehicles is provided for customers by arrangement, although at certain times of the year spaces are limited. The Hirer agrees to comply with the Company’s instructions on car parking. THE COMPANY ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO VEHICLES OR THE CONTENTS THEREIN. The Hirer is particularly advised not to leave valuables or ready portable items in cars. The Hirer is strongly recommended to take out Personal Holiday Insurance. The Company shall take such action as may be necessary to silence car alarms in the company’s car parks and to recover the costs from the hirer The Company may return hirer’s property left behind if claimed and following the receipt of payment for postage and packing (minimum charge £10). Property not claimed within two months from the end date will be disposed of by the Company.

12. Fuel. The boat is handed over ready fuelled but the cost of hire does not include the fuel consumed. A fuel deposit is payable 8 weeks before the start of your holiday. At the end of your holiday period the boat must be refuelled

and any difference to the deposit paid will be refunded or charged. The Boat Owner or the Company may make a fuel surcharge if there is any material increase of diesel or gas prices or duty. Whilst water supply and moorings on the canals are normally free of charge, any costs incurred are the responsibility of the Hirer. Where pump-outs are required to toilet tanks, the cost is the responsibility of the Hirer unless carried out at the Company’s base.

13. Pets. You are normally allowed to bring your cat or dog with you, but you must tell us at the time of making your booking. YOU MUST BRING YOUR PET BLANKET OR BASKET WITH YOU AS PETS ARE ONLY ALLOWED ON THE CLEAR UNDERSTANDING THAT UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES MAY THEY LIE ON THE BEDDING OR CHAIRS. Your pet must not be left unattended on the boat. Pets are not covered under the company’s insurance policy and the Hirer is liable for any costs incurred by extra cleaning and any delays incurred as a cause. Registered Assistance Dogs will be accepted free of charge although all conditions apply.

14. Complaints. The Hirer will check the boat and its equipment fully, immediately after taking possession of the boat. Any shortcomings must be brought to the company’s attention BEFORE the boat leaves the base. The Hirer shall sign a Boat Acceptance form before departure and thereafter the Hirer is completely responsible for the boat its equipment and its operation until it is handed back to the company at the end of the hire. Any short comings subsequently discovered shall immediately be notified to the company by telephone in order to give the company the opportunity to take necessary remedial action. The company shall not be liable in respect of any matter not so notified immediately.

If you wish to make a complaint to the Company, The Hirer must do so by post or email no longer than thirty days from the holiday end date. We shall then be granted an additional sixty days to investigate and resolve such a dispute or complaint without involving third parties or outside solicitors, litigation or council.

15. Brochure & Website. The specification of boats, their accommodation, facilities and equipment in the brochure is intended as a general guide but the Company shall not be liable in the event of any differences in the boat supplied and reserves the right to make modifications. Layout plans are for guidance only and are not to scale and may have steps which are not shown. The Company reserve the right to change boat specifications without prior notice.

16. Damage Waiver (compulsory)

The Damage Waiver Fee is £50.00. It is non-refundable and avoids the requirement for a damage deposit payment.

There are certain exclusions: -

• Return of the boat late

• Return of the boat in an unclean condition

• Damage arising from negligence, malicious or intentional damage to the boat, its inventory, third party property, the canal and its structures.

• Damage to the rudder, skeg or transmission due to contact with a lock cill

• Excessive speeding in the boat – the limit is 4 m.p.h.

In the event of the above, the Hirer will be liable for all additional costs incurred above and beyond the Damage Waiver.

17. Jurisdiction. The contract between the Company and the Hirer shall be deemed to have been made in England and should be governed in all respect by English law. The Hirer shall submit to the jurisdiction of the English courts provided that the Company at its option may bring any legal proceedings against the Hirer from courts in any other country.

18. Waiver. No indulgence, forbearance or delay by the Company shall constitute any bar to its enforcement of its rights at any time and no waiver in respect of any breach shall operate as a waiver in respect of any subsequent breach.

19. Third Parties. No person who is not a party to this Agreement may enforce any term of this agreement. The parties agree that the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999 shall not apply to this Agreement or to any agreement or document entered into pursuant to this Agreement.

20. Privacy. The handling and collection of any personal customer data is processed in accordance with local law and is not sold to third parties. A copy of our privacy policy is available at https://www.anglowelsh.co.uk/privacypolicy

21. Rights of Access. The Company reserves the right at any time to board the boat and access its accommodation to inspect it (including but not limited to where You have complained about the boat). If this happens, the Company will try to give You reasonable notice first, notwithstanding which you agree to allow the Company or its representative(s) or contractor(s) immediate access to the boat at any time.

22. Acts beyond the parties’ control. The Company will neither be in breach of the Agreement nor liable for delay in performing, or failure to perform, any of its obligations under the Agreement if such delay or failure result from events, circumstances or causes beyond its reasonable control, including, without limitation, acts of God, flood, drought or other natural disaster; epidemic or pandemic; civil commotion or riots; any law or any action taken by a government or public authority (including without limitation failing to grant a necessary licence or consent); collapse of buildings, fire, explosion or accident; any labour or trade dispute, strikes, industrial action or lockouts; interruption or failure of utility service; limitations, restrictions or prohibitions by relevant authorities on the use of relevant waterways or boats (“Force Majeure Event”). If You are unable to take up Your booking because of UK government legislation, regulation or guidance or, You may: subject always to availability, transfer Your booking to a later date, free of any administration charges. You will have to pay any difference in price if the cost of the new booking is higher or be reimbursed the difference if the cost of the new booking is lower; or request a voucher with a redemption value equal to the amount previously paid by You for the booking – the voucher terms and conditions will be available to You before You make Your choice under this Condition; or if the Company is required by law to provide it, obtain a refund of any amount already paid by You for the booking and cancel Your booking. If You have to cut short Your booking because of UK government legislation, regulation or guidance, You will be entitled to a pro-rata refund of the Price (to the extent it has been paid), but any insurance premiums, booking fees or administration charges paid will not be refundable. You will have to contact the Company in order to access these options.

23. Disputes. Disputes arising out of or in connection with the Agreement, when they cannot be resolved by negotiation, may, with the written agreement of the Parties, first be submitted to mediation under British Marine’s Dispute Resolution Scheme. Details of the Scheme are available to current British Marine members or on request from British Marine and/or on British Marine’s member website.

As well as the best quality canal boat holidays, Anglo Welsh aims to give you the best value, with a range of money saving special offers for new and repeat customers. To ensure you secure the best possible price, simply reach out to our friendly booking team at 0117 3041122. Let us help you create a holiday that’s both relaxing and rewarding.

50% off the second week

If you have more time to spend afloat, you’ll pay less for a longer break. When you book a one week holiday your second and subsequent weeks will be discounted by 50% per week. (Excludes holidays between 22nd – 29th May).

10% off flotilla bookings

Canal boat holidays are even more fun when you can travel along with friends or family. When more than one boat is booked from the same base to travel at the same time for the same duration, you’ll get 10% off the price of the second and additional boats.

20% off – 10/11 nights

If a week’s holiday is not quite long enough, choose one of our 10/11 night holidays. When you book a 10/11 night holiday between 13th March - 1st November you will receive a 20% discount off the brochure price.

Early booking savings for Juniors and Seniors

A narrowboat holiday is ideal for all the family, and we’re pleased to make it even more affordable. Book a holiday of a week or more on or before 31st January 2026 and receive £25 off for each member of your party aged under 12 or over 60, to a maximum of 10% off the Basic Brochure Holiday Price.

Wonderful winter warmers - 50% off your second week

If you are planning a winter cruise – picture the bright, frosty mornings and stillness all around – between 2nd November 2026 and 11th March 2027 you can take a two week break and enjoy 50% off your second week! This offer excludes Christmas, New Year and bank holidays. Winter break discounts can’t be used in conjunction with any other offers.

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As a way of saying thank you to our returning customers, we offer some great discounts when you rebook with Anglo Welsh in future years. Each year that you take an Anglo Welsh holiday, you’ll be entitled to a loyalty discount of:

This discount applies to short breaks as well as longer holidays, and is calculated as a discount off your holiday price once one of the above discounts have been applied.

We also offer members of the British Armed Forces 15% off our holidays, and a 10% discount to Blue Light card holders. Please note, these discounts cannot be used with any other offers.

Talk to us

We want to make booking your holiday as easy as possible and our booking team is on hand to help you. It’s a small team, so we can offer a personal service and ensure you have a memorable holiday.

We offer a seven day, no obligation, provisional booking service, giving you time to organise your party and holiday dates.

When is the booking office open?

We are here from 8.30am to 5.30pm on weekdays, from 9am to 4pm on Saturdays, and from 10am to 4pm on Sundays and bank holidays. The booking office is closed on Easter Sunday, from Christmas Eve to Boxing Day, and on New Year’s Day. Messages can be left outside office hours and we’ll call you straight back when we reopen.

How much deposit is required?

The deposit is 25% of your basic brochure holiday price, or full payment if your holiday is within eight weeks of booking.

When do I pay the final balance?

You’ll need to pay the balance of your invoice eight weeks before your holiday starts. You can either pay by credit/ debit card or by cheque, making cheques payable to ‘Anglo Welsh Limited’.

When do I pay for fuel?

All our boats start with a full tank of fuel - plenty to cover a steady two week cruise. You pay a fuel deposit when you book your holiday – this is £110 per week or more, or £70 per short break.

When you bring the boat back to us, the balance of the deposit is refundable after deducting the fuel used. If you have used fuel in excess of the deposit, you will be asked to pay the difference.

Electrical appliances

There is a limit to the power that is available on a boat. Items that use less than 1,000 watts can be used, for example cool boxes, hair straighteners, blenders, as well as phones, tablets and laptop chargers. However, kettles, irons, hairdryers, heaters and vacuum cleaners usually need more power, so they can’t be used.

It’s not possible to guarantee the battery powered system will provide a constant supply of power to any electrical device, including medical appliances. Visit our website for more information about using electrical items on board or call us on 0117 3041122.

WiFi

We’ve installed internet hubs on all our boats, providing you with unlimited Wi-Fi. Please note that connection to the internet is only available where there is signal coverage, and this may be limited or very poor in rural areas.

Terms & Conditions

Our T’s & C’s are online at https://www.anglowelsh.co.uk/ about-us/terms-and-conditions/

12 tips for canal boat holiday beginners

We’ve put together some helpful tips for narrowboating skills and etiquette.

1. You don’t need a licence to steer a canal boat

Boat steering tuition is provided as part of our boat hire. To get ahead of the game, take a look at our Boat Handover video showing you what’s on board a narrowboat and how to operate it. The Canal & River Trust also offers lots of helpful advice at https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/boating

2. Keep to the right

Unlike cars on our roads, canal boats travel on the right side of our canals and rivers, so when you meet another boat, keep to the right.

3. Steering basics

Push the tiller right to go left, and left to go right and put the engine in reverse to stop.

4. Use your horn

To warn canal boats coming towards you when approaching sharp bends and as you enter a tunnel.

5. Lock logistics

Always have a steerer on the boat when in a lock and make sure the boat is kept forward of the cill (step).

6. Close the gates behind you

Check all paddles and gates are shut after you’ve used a lock, unless you see another boat approaching.

7. Sharing is caring

Always share a lock with other boats if possible to save water and it means you can share the lock operating load too.

8. Tunnel tricks

Switch on your headlight before entering a tunnel, and if it’s a one-way tunnel, first make sure there’s no boat inside.

9. Travel at walking pace

There’s a 4mph speed limit on the inland waterways, but basically you’re going too fast if you’re creating too much wash. This disturbs wildlife and erodes the banks.

10. Reduce your speed even further

When you’re approaching bridges, locks, bends or junctions, and when passing other canal boats or anglers.

11. Mooring musts

When mooring up at busy spots, make sure you don’t leave a big gap and never moor opposite winding holes, on bends, near to bridges, on lock landings (unless waiting to lock through) or at water points (unless filling up).

12. Tying up

To keep your boat secure, you need to tie it to the bank with a rope from both the front and the back, and on rivers you should fix your upstream rope first.

What to pack

Our canal boats are like floating holiday cottages so you’ll find many of the home comforts already on board, including a galley kitchen equipped with cutlery, crockery, cooking utensils, saucepans, a four burner gas cooker with an oven and grill, a microwave (on selected boats) and a fridge with a small freezer compartment (NB some boats have separate freezers or larger compartments). Bedding and bed linen, tea towels, hand towels and one bath towel per person are supplied. We recommend packing in soft bags instead of suitcases.

Useful items to pack:

1. Shopping bags – pack your re-useable shopping bags as well as re-useable drink bottles and coffee cups. And bring salt, pepper and herbs for cooking.

2. DVDs, cards & games – for cosy nights in.

3. A torch – for if you venture out to the pub in the evening, as country moorings can be incredibly dark at night.

4. Toilet rolls – we supply toilet rolls but do bring along extra - just standard toilet rolls (not quilted) and no wipes as these block our toilets.

5. Eco-friendly products – you’ll find eco-friendly washing up liquid and hand soap on board. Make sure your shampoos and face washes are micro-bead free.

6. All weather gear – if it’s wet you’ll need a good waterproof jacket and a large golfing umbrella for the skipper. If it’s sunny, you’ll need a sun hat, sun glasses and sun cream.

And gloves are useful for working the locks and steering when it’s cold.

7. Footwear – trainers or rubber soled shoes are best for boating and lock working and bring slippers or warm socks to wear on board.

8. Binoculars – one of the best things about a narrowboat holiday is the wildlife you’ll see along the way!

9. A canal map – you can buy a waterway map in advance from our booking office or at one of our boat yard shops.

10. Drinks – we don’t advise drinking the tap water so it’s a good idea to bring a large bottle of drinking water which can be topped up at water points along the way. And wine boxes are safer to transport than bottles. There’s a kettle on board so bring tea, coffee, sugar, etc.

11. Phone chargers – our boats have 240 volt 3-pin sockets powered by the on board batteries, so you can charge your phones and tablets on board. Some of our boats also have USB portals. Only charge devices when the engine is running to avoid draining the boat’s batteries (see p.26).

12. Your dog’s bed – pets are welcome on board our boats, but do let us know at the time of booking, and remember to bring your pet’s bed as they aren’t allowed on the bed or chairs. Bring poo bags too.

13. A first aid kit – for any cuts, bumps or scrapes.

Winter cruising

We offer winter cruising from October to March at six of our narrowboat hire bases, giving you the chance to celebrate Christmas or New Year on the canals.

Whether you want to head to a festive waterfront destination, or escape from it all in a quiet rural area, Christmas on the canals offers a very special experience.

Our winter canal boat hire bases offer a range of routes*, with plenty of historic rural pubs to stop at along the way.

You can cruise through the Welsh Mountains from Trevor, the Staffordshire countryside from Great Haywood, or Shakespeare’s country from Wootton Wawen. Alternatively, take a Christmas shopping expedition to Birmingham from Tardebigge, head to Chester from Bunbury or to Whitchurch from Whixall.

All our boats have central heating, hot water, TV and DVD players, so it’s always nice and cosy on board. Some of our boats also come with multi-fuel stoves for some extra special winter warmth.

Our prices over Christmas and New Year start at £680 for a short break on a boat for four people and weekly hire from £940.

*Some of our routes will be affected by winter maintenance work on the canal network.

CANCELLATION INFORMATION

Important, Please Read Carefully

We all look forward to our holidays as a time to relax and get away from the day to day worries of life. But sometimes circumstances intervene and you might have to cancel your holiday.

Therefore, the company strongly suggests that hirers take out Cancellation Protection or other similar protection to cover any losses in the unfortunate event that you are not able to take your holiday.

If you need to cancel your holiday you must give the company written notice (by email or such other means as directed by the company).

The date of receipt of the Cancellation notice shall be the effective cancellation date.

In the event of Your cancellation of the Agreement, the Deposit, any insurances and credit card charges are nonrefundable and in addition you shall be liable for the following charges dependent on the proximity of your cancellation to the Start Date:

More than 56 days before the Start Date 25% of the hire price. 43-56 days 50% of the hire price.

29-42 days 70% of the hire price.

8-28 days 80% of the hire price.

7 days or less 90% of the hire price.

Book again and save

So once you’ve cruised the waterways and took in everything a great Anglo Welsh narrowboat holiday can offer, you can look towards planning your next narrowboat experience and we are here to help.

Book your next holiday within 14 days of returning and receive 20% off your next cruise. You may want to try a different boat, a more challenging canal route, or you may just want to do the same all over again, the choice is yours.

Just call our friendly and helpful booking team on 0117 304 1122 to benefit from this fantastic offer.