Pass gently through the peaceful English countryside, listening to joyful birdsong, watching out for farm animals in the fields, church spires in passing villages, and waterside wildlife.

Choose from our variety of routes listed below and enjoy exciting cultural experiences, including the magnificent Symphony Hall in Birmingham, over 1,000 years of history at Warwick Castle and Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Whether you are simply looking to escape into the English countryside, or you’d like to take the opportunity to visit some of our greatest historic and cultural attractions, Great British Boating offers a variety of route options and suggestions on where to stop along the way.

        Start Points – Click on any Start location to view all of the local routes available

Please use the Key to the left of the map to view recommended Attractions and Places of Interest

Stratford Canal
Heart of England waterways and canals
Warwickshire Ring Canal holiday
Avon Ring Canal holiday route
Canal boating and narrowboat holidays on the Stourport Ring.
Warwickshire Ring Canal holiday
East Midlands Canal holiday
Black Country canal holiday ring

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Find your perfect holiday with Great British Boating. Simply select your preferred start location and date and click on “check availability”. 

You can further refine your search by selecting holiday length and berths.

Or you can book directly now by calling us on:

 +44 (0) 1252 796 402

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