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Why an April Narrowboat Holiday is the Perfect Spring Getaway

March 22, 2025

Escape to the waterways this spring with a narrowboat holiday! April and May are the perfect time to cruise through peaceful Fenland landscapes, spot wildlife, and enjoy cosy stops at waterside pubs.
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A Year in the Life of Fox Narrowboats

January 20, 2025

From day trips celebrating special occasions, to living aboard, and ghost-hunting by canal boat, there’s never a dull moment on the Fenland waterways.Read more ›

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From Locks to Landmarks: A Guide to Cambridgeshire’s Must-See Attractions by Boat

November 16, 2024

Discover the hidden gems of Cambridgeshire’s waterways on a narrowboat journey, where historic landmarks, charming villages, and scenic landscapes await at every lock and bend.Read more ›

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A Short and Sweet River Escape Popes Corner to St Ives

August 26, 2024

Why not branch off from the main route to Cambridge, West onto the Great Ouse for a leisurely journey of 19 miles and with only two locks to negotiate, from Pope’s Corner to St. Ives.Read more ›

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Unlocking Cambridgeshire’s Hidden Gems: Fox Narrowboats’ Top Destinations

August 18, 2024

Discover scenic spots, historic sites, and charming villages that offer unique experiences and unforgettable moments along the Cambridgeshire canals and waterways. Read more ›

A Day in the Life: Experience the Serenity of Fox Narrowboats’ Routes

July 11, 2024

Take a serene journey through the Fenland waterways and explore a typical day aboard a narrowboat. Read more ›

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Cruising Through History: Exploring Cambridgeshire’s Waterways with Fox Narrowboats

June 23, 2024

Where can you see a working watermill, a steam train, a steam engine, impressive cathedrals and famous university colleges? Travel by narrowboat and get immersed in England’s history. Read more ›

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New: Skippered Cambridgeshire River Trips on a Canal Boat

May 30, 2024

Excerpt: Enjoy the poetry of a skippered boat trip this summer, along the unique and scenic Fenland waterways in Cambridgeshire.Read more ›

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Hire a Canal Boat for Mothers Day

March 5, 2024

Why not make Mothering Sunday extra special this year by suggesting that her favourite family members get together for a memorable daytrip to March, in Cambridgeshire? Mothers’ Day and Mothering Sunday are actually two separate things, although they are held…Read more ›

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