A more cheerful way to start the year is by creating a ‘bucket list’ of fun things to do. Learn to work a lock and steer a boat. Visit ‘Mother’, a thatched structure at Wicken Fen. The nature reserve here is a favourite with our customers. Visit Houghton Mill, a National Trust property on the River Great Ouse. Read on to find out about another 9 bucket list items.Read more ›
Slow down and savour the scenery on your next Fox Narrowboats adventure. From golden sunsets to medieval bridges, discover why Cambridgeshire is a dream destination for photographers.Read more ›
Think: Scenic views, cosy pub lunches, and strolling hand in hand along cobbled streets, absorbing the history, the best sights and the best photo opportunities, with someone you love.Read more ›
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 ›
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 ›
Want to banish the winter blues, book a romantic break, or learn about living on a canal boat? Then check out the highlights from last year’s narrowboat blog.Read more ›
Three mood boosting tips you can do for the winter: Stay active with exercises, take a walk tour inside the Oliver Cromwell House, visit churches, or plan ahead for the next year for a fun narrowboating experience free from the hustle and bustle of the city.Read more ›
A Narrowboat holiday to Nene Park from March with its quaint atmosphere. Take an unforgettable journey along the waterways in total comfort and explore well-maintained trails & lush greenery even take an energising bike ride. The idyllic lakes are perfect for fishing, birdwatching, and even kayaking. This unique holiday will leave you with cherished memories that last a lifetime.Read more ›
Our narrowboat hire base is in the heart of the Fens, known for its flat landscape, so it’s one of the best places in the country to walk or cycle. Free walking and cycling maps can now be downloaded from the Fenland District Council website. Read on for an insight into walks near March, Peterborough and Whittlesey. Read more ›
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