He was named after the fictional character – ‘the boy who never grew up’. A huntsman turned a conservationist, learn more how this well-known hero came to be the father of conservation, as well as his accomplishments. Take the Quiz…Read more ›
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Jul262023
The Ultimate Guide to a Memorable Family Narrowboat Holiday
Is a narrowboat holiday suitable for your family? What safety tips do you need to know? What’s different about Fox Narrowboats?Read more ›
Feb102023
Your Perfect 2023 Narrowboat Holiday Destination
Should you book your 2023 holiday now to avoid increasing prices? Read more about Ely; a charming cathedral city, for a holiday destination that won’t break the bank.Read more ›
Oct042019
How to Hunt Fenland Ghosts, Even When it isn’t Halloween
Are you haunted by dreams of a narrowboat holiday? Are you brave enough to experience the darker side of Cambridge? Have you ever been curious about paranormal investigations? You may like to explore the mysterious Fenlands by narrowboat. The strange…Read more ›
Jul252019
4-Night Break on the river Great Ouse.
On our Spring 4-night narrowboat break aboard Rural Fox we headed out onto the river Great Ouse. Our first day after a cruise of 3 ½ hours and having negotiated the Marmont Priory lock we moored for the night in…Read more ›
Jul132018
Why You Should Hire a Narrowboat for the Day near Ely
Do you live in Peterborough, Wisbech, Ely or Huntingdon? Want to get together with some friends and family? Have you thought about hiring a narrowboat, just for a day? A relaxing boat trip on the Cambridge river network could be…Read more ›
Jun092018
Our Top 3 Free Summer Festivals by Narrowboat
4 festivals in Cambridge. 3 Free Summer Festivals by #Narrowboat We’ve already kicked off the festival season this year with St George’s Fayre here in March, and we are now looking forward to a summer full of fun in Cambridgeshire.…Read more ›
May062018
Are Museums Ever Fun? The Answer Might Surprise You
Have you ever had a fun day out discovering English heritage, and visiting places that offer a kind of nostalgic magic? Don’t you just love it when an ancient building triggers your imagination and sends your mind time-travelling off into…Read more ›
Jan202018
Why January is the Best Time to Book Your Hire Boat Holiday
Following the festive season the month of January can feel like a real downer, as it creeps in with the cold weather and dismally short, dark days. Yet the New Year can also put us in the mood for planning…Read more ›
Aug132017
Canal Boats: The Antidote to School Holiday Boredom
Are you asking yourself what to do in the school summer holidays? Are your kids already glued to the TV or tablet? Are you searching for some healthy outdoor activities to stave off boredom? Day boat hire in Cambridgeshire could…Read more ›
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