Route Tag: Short Breaks

This lovely canal holiday short break route offers a mix of gorgeous Cheshire countryside and some interesting attractions. It suits both boat novices with a manageable number of locks as well as the more experienced cruisers who are looking for somewhere new to explore.

This is a three-day canal boat holiday from Ely to Wicken Fen and Cambridge, a lovely boat hire route for those keen on both wildlife spotting and visiting historic sights.

This is a 3-night canal boat holiday from Ely to St Ives and back. Your cruise begins at the Black Prince base in the lovely city of Ely, situated about 14 miles from Cambridge and renowned for its magnificent Norman cathedral.

This scenic route can be completed within an active 4-day break or a more relaxed and easy 7-night holiday.  This canal boat holiday from Ely to St Neots begins at the Black Prince base in the historical city of Ely, around 14 miles from Cambridge.

This weeklong self-drive canal boat holiday from the Black Prince Chirk Hire Base goes along the whole length of the delightful Llangollen Canal, which crosses the border between Shropshire, England and north Wales. Llangollen boat trips suit those looking for a stunningly picturesque route on the Llangollen wharf – but you’ll need a head for heights when crossing the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct!

This three or four night short break route takes you down the Trent and Mersey Canal from our base in central Stoke on Trent, at Etruria Marina.

This relaxing short break from our narrowboat hire base in Falkirk provides an enjoyable three days to explore the Union Canal in Scotland. You can enjoy three full days from either Saturday afternoon to Tuesday afternoon, or from Wednesday morning to Saturday morning.

Starting from Stoke Prior, navigate through Worcester, the River Severn, and Droitwich on this active yet rewarding route. Whether you choose a short break or a four-night adventure, this journey offers the perfect mix of exploration and relaxation.

This short break involves an active cruise from Stoke Prior down to Worcester and back again, giving you time to explore the Cathedral City of Worcester and its surrounding countryside.

The Black Prince canal boat base at Napton is perfect for a short break through the uninterrupted countryside to the picturesque village of Crick.