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How to Plan a Narrowboat Holiday

December 4, 2021

Credit: Fox Narrowboats Now that the weather is getting colder it has inspired me to start browsing the internet for some holiday ideas for next year! If you’re new to exploring the Fenland waterways you may like to use the…Read more ›

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Lockdown Easing Means Hope for Holidays

April 12, 2021

Great news! We’re back open for boat hire, mooring customers and the workshop, and we’re looking forward to seeing some familiar faces, and meeting some new people this spring and summer (at a safe social distance!) As the UK slowly…Read more ›

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Why Booking a Narrowboat is the Perfect Romantic Break

February 15, 2021

The government has recently advised against booking a summer holiday abroad this summer, and discussed introducing quarantine hotels. Meanwhile, Valentine’s Day has just gone by and many of us are thinking of creative ways to surprise our partners; and yet…Read more ›

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The Magic of Autumn Canal Boating

August 10, 2020

Want to avoid the crowds typical of a boat holiday in summer? Want to save money on the cost of your narrowboat holiday? Want to make some great memories with your family or friends? Then pack your cosiest jumpers, and…Read more ›

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The Ultimate Mother’s Day Surprise

February 21, 2020

Are you looking for a special gift idea this Mothering Sunday? Something more original than flowers or chocolates? Something that she’ll remember for years to come? A family boat trip on the Fenland Waterways could be just what you are…Read more ›

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Warning: Avoid Valentine’s Holiday Clichés

January 24, 2020

Romantic getaways to Venice or Paris have become somewhat cliched. You can still push the boat out this year, without sitting in a gondola or climbing the Eiffel Tower. With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, let us inspire you with some…Read more ›

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Boating on a Budget – 3 Low Cost Alternatives

July 3, 2019

Do you find that luxury cruises are just out of your price range? Do you lack the funds for the lavish yachting holiday you deserve? Are you still struggling to save for a boat of your own? No problem! A…Read more ›

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Try Canal Boating for Free This April

March 24, 2019

Would you like to take a short trip on a canal boat? Want to explore inside one of our narrowboats? Are you interested in holiday discounts? Then come along on April 7th 2019 to our Open Day at March Marina, hosted…Read more ›

Stop Gongoozling and Start Canal Boating!

February 23, 2019

  Don’t you just love watching the narrowboats go by in the summer? Did you know that watching boats pass by is known as “gongoozling”? Do you want to stop gongoozling and have a go at boating this year? You…Read more ›

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