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Canal boat hire like you've never experienced before. With 16 starting locations across the waterway network and canal boat sizes to accommodate 2 to 12 people. You, your family or friends can afford to kick back and relax as you enjoy watching Britain's most stunning countryside drift by. See for yourself just how relaxing and enjoyable a canal boat holiday can be - watch our boating videos if you don't believe us!
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Our latest brochure makes choosing your boating holiday as easy as ABC. Inside it you'll discover advice on how to plan your trip, find comprehensive boat layouts and details, plus maps, guides and handy tips to help you make the most of our beautiful waterways on your canal holiday.
BROCHURE DOWNLOADAccommodating up to 5 people, these boats are perfect for couples or small families searching for their next boating holiday
View Two to Five berth boatsThese boats accommodate between 6 and 8 people, making for a perfect boating holiday for larger families and groups
View Six to eight berth boatsWith space for up to 12 people, if you're planning a multi-family boating holiday or big celebration, these are the boats for you.
View Up to twelve berth boatsYes - we have day hire boats at several of our locations - For more information, head to our day boat hire website: www.abcdayboathire.com
The price of renting a canal boat varies depending on the location and length of your holiday, as well as the canal boat you choose. We provide a range of special offers, including a 2-week discount, 2nd holiday discount, multi-boat discount, loyalty discount and early bird discount. We also allow you to spread the cost of your holiday with our easy payment plan. Contact a member of our friendly team to find out more about the costs of our canal boat holidays.
It all depends on the type of canal boat holiday you’re looking for! We have locations across England, Scotland and Wales such as Anderton Marina, Falkirk Canal and Goytre Wharf. Not sure where to spend your next canal boat holiday? Check our locations, routes and boats for inspiration. Alternatively, contact a member of our knowledgeable team who will offer invaluable canal boat holiday advice.
No previous experience is necessary, as our boats are extremely easy to handle and full tuition is given at the start of every holiday. Comprehensive cruising information is in a manual on the boat and details are sent out with the holiday documents to introduce you to the theory of locks and the 'rules of the road'. We provide our own 24hr emergency helpline.
You do not need a driving licence for a canal boat or narrowboat and the boat itself is licenced by us for CRT waterways. There are a few waterways outside their jurisdiction for which you will need to purchase an additional licence as you enter them, such as the Scottish Canals, Rivers Avon, Thames and Wey. Our start bases can provide details when you arrive to pick up your boat. Aldermaston boats have a Thames license.
The maximum number of people allowed on board is restricted to the number of berths.
This really is a holiday the whole family can enjoy together. We do not charge for any of your pets - however there is normally a maximum of 2 allowed. We obviously request that the boat is returned in a clean and tidy condition and reserve the right to refuse pets or charge for any additional cleaning or repairs required as a result of pets being on board during your holiday.
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Quick check in and instructions from a very friendly staff
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Really great service and nice boats.
17 May 2024
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The staff was very friendly and gave clear and precise instructions about boat. They als made good recommendations about the route
17 May 2024
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Nice welcome , very helpful staff fabulous experience 👍
17 May 2024
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Yes definitely recommend them to anyone 👍
17 May 2024
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fantastic, spotless fantastic weather , staff couldn't do enough for you,friendly reassuring, conferdent and very professional.
17 May 2024
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Good customer service excellent experience
17 May 2024
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My holiday with my husband and Suzie the dog, The best time in my life, the boat the, the staff, was better than we hoped for, and the best weather, we had seen for years . I would recommend ABC boat hire , The friendly and very helpfull staff, the service made are holiday, Thankyou very much ABC boat hire we are booking it again next year. .
17 May 2024
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Everyone at the Falkirk Wheel base was amazing. From check in to check out, the staff were polite, friendly, efficient, helpful, thoughtful and caring. The same applied to the staff manning the Wheel and the locks, and this was particularly important to me as my husband has Alzheimer's. They treated him like a person, not a problem, and recognised his strengths.
17 May 2024
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We hired two boats and everything was great. The boats were really well stocked. The process was really simple and would definitely use ABC again.
17 May 2024
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Beautiful boat layout in very good condition
17 May 2024
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Very attentive technical and housekeeping staff
17 May 2024
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