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How to Visit a Cathedral on Your Narrowboat Holiday

December 19, 2021

Traditionally Christmas is a time for carols and choirs, candle-lit services, holly and ivy, decorated trees, and children’s nativity plays. So it’s a popular time to visit your local church, or even a cathedral if you live near to one.…Read more ›

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The Seven Wonders of the Fenland Waterways

April 20, 2025

From medieval bridges to royal intrigue, from engineering marvels to breath-taking scenery; take a canal journey through these hidden wonders.Read more ›

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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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Halloween: Five Haunted Destinations for Your Narrowboat Holiday

October 31, 2024

Laughing children, rattling chains, and a wandering nun are just some of the spectres you may encounter on a narrowboat holiday, in one of England’s most haunted areas!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 ›

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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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The Six Best Things We Learned About Narrowboating Last Year

January 16, 2024

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 ›

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