On Armistice day you may be surprised to learn that cargo-carrying narrowboats were an important part of England’s war effort, and that many women volunteered to steer these boats when the boatmen were called up to fight. In her memoir…Read more ›
Narrowboat blog about Cambridge, Ely and the Fenland Waterways
Oct242021
Finding Fenland Witches For the Curious Canal Boater
Are you intrigued by England’s legends and mysteries? Want to discover local folklore on your narrowboat holiday? Got any Harry Potter fans in your family? This Halloween, read on to discover the witchy history of Cambridgeshire’s Fens. The Cambridgeshire Fens…Read more ›
Oct152021
Great Canal Journeys visit Cambridgeshire Fens
Gyles and Sheila are back on our screens, and in case you missed it you can catch up with their Great Canal Journey to Cambridge and the Fens by watching episode one of series 13 on All 4. Actor Sheila…Read more ›
Sep252021
Six Stunning Moorings on the Middle Level
Our hire boat base in March is ideally situated for exploring the Middle Level by narrowboat. This is a fascinating interconnected waterway which will take you through the idyllic riverside villages of Upwell and Outwell on your way to The…Read more ›
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Sep112021
Charlie Fox Narrowboats: Where are They in 2021?
Does your boat have a distinctive bow? Do other boaters ask you, “What number is it?!” Are you proud to know the history of your boat? Then you may be the owner of a Charlie Fox narrowboat! Charlie Fox boats…Read more ›
Aug192021
6 Things to do in Ely and Cambridge this Autumn 2021
Cambridge George and the Chocolate Factory – Open Cambridge This is a free children’s workshop. Discover the story of George Cadbury, a Quaker entrepreneur poor housing of workers in factories across Birmingham. There will be exciting storytelling, craft and of…Read more ›
Aug122021
Back to School: 5 Lessons to be Learned on a Narrowboat Holiday
Photos: top Prickwillow Museum, bottom The Babylon Gallery Ely As the summer holidays come to an end, parents are buying new uniform and stationery and getting ready for the autumn term. If this summer has been all about the staycations,…Read more ›
Jul282021
3 Waterside Pubs to Visit Now Restrictions Have Lifted
As the Covid-19 restrictions were lifted in England on July 19th 2021, there are now no limits on social contact, meaning people can meet inside or outside with as many people as they want. This will give holiday makers far…Read more ›
Jul242021
The Top 5 Tips for a Family Narrowboat Break
Are you looking for a family holiday with a difference? Beautiful scenery and quality time together? Want to explore new places and learn to work a lock? A narrowboat holiday could be just what you and your family need. When…Read more ›
Jun262021
Robbie Cumming Stars in Canal Boat Diaries
Are you a fan of TV’s Great Canal Journeys? Have you enjoyed watching Kevin Shelley’s Travels by Narrowboat? Are you an arm-chair narrowboater? Then you’ll love BBC Four’s Canal Boat Diaries. This series follows Robbie Cumming as he embarks on…Read more ›
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