Warwickshire Tourist Guide - Articles

Why take canal boat holidays in Warwickshire? Well, according to the authority responsible for British waterways, the aptly named British Waterways, "there is something magical about spending time by water - the peaceful atmosphere, the beautiful surroundings, the sights of the wildlife and the passing boats. What better place could there be to enjoy a memorable holiday or a relaxing afternoon? You can explore thousands of waterway miles from the comfort of a holiday boat, whether a traditional canal narrowboat or a luxurious river cruiser. Or you could simply put on your outdoor shoes and take a walk along the towpath. Stop off at unspoiled canalside pubs, discover rare river wildlife, or soak in the stunning scenery. Many towpaths can be cycled, too - the best way to see Britain from the saddle.
Canals and rivers are beautiful in themselves, but the inland waterways' unique appeal comes just as much from what you'll find on the waterside. They're rich in pubs and restaurants, quiet country villages, wildlife sites, museums, and countless more attractions. Discovering life on the other side of the towpath is one of the things that sets inland cruising apart from offshore boating, and that draws so many visitors to the waterways every year." And who are we to disagree.

Although it is stretching things more than just a bit to describe Birmingham as The Venice of England, our second city does, apparently, have more miles of canals than the world's most beautiful city. The interesting thing about travelling these, and any, urban waterways is that you do see the industrial and city-scapes from a much different, and far more benevolent, perspective.

There are a number of locally based operators, as well as national companies, offering Canal Boat Holidays in Warwickshire and around the Warwickshire ring.

Canal Boat Holidays in Warwickshire
Alvecote Marina at Alvecote
Bidford Boats at Bidford-on-Avon

Clifton Cruisers at Clifton-on-Dunsmore

Clubline Cruisers at Coventry
Grand Waterway Voyagers at Coventry
Canalbreaks at Hillmorton
Black Prince Holidays at Napton on the Hill
Drifters at Napton on the Hill

Springwood Haven at Nuneaton
Valley Cruises at Nuneaton
Viking Afloat at Rugby
Willow Wren Cruising Holidays at Rugby
Copt Heath Wharf at Solihull
Calcutt Boats at Stockton
Napton Narrowboats at Stockton
Ashby Boat Company at Stoke Golding

Avon Boating at Stratford-upon-Avon

Rose Narrowboats at Stretton-under-Fosse
Duke & Duchess Cruising at Warwick
Kate Boats at Warwick
The Wyevern Shipping Company at Warwick
Anglowelsh Boats at Wootton Wawen