Day Boat Hire
We do not hire boats for the day, but you may find the following useful.
If you have thought about taking a canal boat holiday but are not sure if you would like it then a day boat hire is the ideal way to find out. Hiring a canal boat for the day not only gives you a taster it is also a great way to 'learn the ropes'. You don't need any canal boating experience or qualifications and you will receive full instructions on how to operate the canal boat. Hiring a canal boat for the day gives you the chance to experience the benefits of canal boat hire.
Hiring a canal boat for the day offers you the opportunity to see the wildlife up close and to explore the area at your own leisurely pace. Celebrate your special occasion with something a little bit different the canal boats are perfect for family parties, stag or hen events, get togethers or reunions.
Hiring a canal boat for the day is the perfect way to introduce the children to the wonders of canal boating. Depending on the route they can help with the locks and bridges and even, with adult supervision, have a go a steering the canal boat.
We can recommend Day hire from two locations - Hilperton Marina on the Kennet and Avon Canal and Goytre on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. Each location offers you unique cruising opportunities and a range of canal side attractions to visit .
The Kennet and Avon Canal
Hilperton Marina
Hilperton,
Wiltshire
BA14 8RS
Tel: 01225 765243
The Wyvern or Cheers canal boats both take a maximum of 8 people and each have a toilet, cabin heating, stove, picnic equipment and hot and cold water.
From Hilperton Marina you can spend a relaxing day exploring the Kennet and Avon Canal with a cruise to Bradford upon Avon with its shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants. Navigate the Avoncliffe and Dundas Aqueducts and visit the Claverton Pumping Station.
The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal
Goytre Wharf,
Monmouthshire
NP7 9EW
Tel: 01873 880516
The Rooster canal boat take a maximum 8 people and has a toilet, cabin heating, gas ring and a cold water.
The Robin boat Maximum 12 people, with toilet, basin and a cold water.
The Dragon canal boat Maximum 12 people
From Goytre Marina explore the beautiful Monmouth and Brecon canal which meanders for much of its length through the Brecon Beacons National Park. The canal weaves its way through the beautiful Welsh countryside often following the magnificent River Usk