In the event of factors beyond our control such as a broken lock leading to a situation where you have access to your boat, you can still navigate but the direction of your navigation is changed, we may be able to offer you an alternative date ahead of your arrival but can not guarantee this and we…
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How far can you get in a week?
How far will your Canal Experience holiday take you? If you are new to boating, in a 7 day hire period you would be able to cruise from our base at Burghfield probably to Great Bedwyn and back. This route is almost entirely rural and climbs up almost to the summit of the canal.The scenery…
Fine Dining in the Press
Canal Experience Fine Dining Cruise 1. Masterchef’s Annie Assheton launches floating restaurant Sunday, 30th Dec 2012 Newbury Today view 2. Dining Out on the Kennet and Avon Canal January 2013. Out and About Newbury view
Weather Update: Kennet and Avon Canal
Water Shortages and Flooding on the Kennet and Avon Canal. Canal Experience update. There are no water shortages at the moment. The water tables are high so flooding may occur after heavy rainfall. Please use locks considerately: Canal Experience, the Canal and River Trust (formerly British Waterways) and our fellow hire boat companies along the Kennet and…
Map Help
The Maps are here to help you get a quick idea of where you can go and what you can do along your chosen routes. Here is a summary of how you can interact with the maps: PANNING/ZOOM BUTTONS: Top left-hand corner displays the PANNING and ZOOM buttons: PANNING CIRCLE: you can pan up down…
Day Hire, Short-break and Weekly Hire All Year Round
Day Hire Rosina is our purpose-built day hire boat. Rosina is 50ft in length with a traditional stern and has a spacious and sociable fore-deck to allow people to sit out and enjoy the passing scenery. She is well-appointed with a fully equipped galley (oven, grill, 4 burner gas hob, fridge) with seating, settings and table space…
How to use Canal Route Planner Maps and Guides?
Use the map or the list of places to take a closer look at what the K&A has to offer. Using maps: pick a map pin, hover for a preview of the placemarks title, single click and the info box will automatically open, if you would like to see the full page on that place,…
Why Choose a Canal Boat Holiday?
For a complete change of pace and lifestyle, a holiday with something for everyone on the Kennet and Avon Canal or the River Thames explore our online maps, routes and guides and get our free downloadable trip planner…click to find out more
FAQs for Canal Boat Hire
If you have some further questions checkout our FAQ (frequently asked questions.)
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