There’s plenty of storage on board and we offer advice on what to pack.
We offer a range of boat sizes with accommodation for two to 12 people.
With our Price Promise you’ll know you’re paying the best price.
8 Berth Boat
Our Premium 69ft Hannah narrow boat offers accommodation for up to eight people.
Hannah has a cruiser stern and is available to hire on the Kennet & Avon Canal from Bradford on Avon Marina.
Semi-Trad Stern
A semi-traditional stern (back of the boat) has an area protected by solid sides. It offers less weather protection for the steerer, but provides space for people to sit.
Cruiser Stern
The stern (back) of a ‘cruiser stern’ narrowboat is usually larger and has more open space. Access is easier and there’s space for up to 5 people.
Galley
Our narrowboat galley kitchens are well equipped with all the essential items for a self-catering holiday afloat, including an oven, fridge, sink and cooking utensils.
Bow
The bow is the front of the boat. There’s room for people to sit and watch the world go by, as well as lockers for windlasses and other boating equipment.
The Boat
Our Premium 69ft Hannah cruiser stern narrow boat offers accommodation for up to eight people.
Saloon There are two seating areas in the saloon, including bench seats and a removable table, and a separate ‘L’ shaped sofa. Both seating areas can be converted into double beds in the evening, if required. There’s a TV/DVD player and a CD/Radio player in the saloon.
Galley Well-equipped galley with 4 burner gas cooker complete with grill and oven. Fridge with a small freezer compartment. Sink and drainer. Work surfaces and storage space. Microwave, cafetiere, saucepans, cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery.
Cabins Two cabins, both offering flexible bed layouts that can be configured as either a double bed or two single beds. Bed linen is supplied.
Bathroom Two bathrooms with a wash basin, flush toilet and shower. Hand towels are supplied.
Heating Full radiator central heating.
Electrics & Wifi 240v electricity (max 1,000 watts). On-board there’s a small travel hairdryer and a 12v mobile phone charging point. Please note, if you decide to use your own appliances you do so at your own risk. The boat is fitted with 1GB free WiFi (per holiday/week). As the system uses the mobile network, the signal cannot be guaranteed.
NB Boat descriptions, photos and plans should only be used as a guide. Details may vary from boat to boat.
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General information
Fuel A deposit of £70 for short breaks and £110 for week long breaks is payable with the balance of hire. The boat is handed over ready fuelled, on return to the marina at the end of your holiday it will be refuelled and any difference to the deposit paid will either be refunded or charged.
Pets Up to three pets can accompany you free of charge.
Car parking & damage waiver is included.
Solid fuel 1 Smokeless log for a short break or 2 smokeless logs for a week or longer can be provided free of charge (one warmer log burns for approximately 3 hours). Further larger logs can be purchased on arrival at £2.50 each.
Important information A booking deposit of 25% is payable, with the balance due 8 weeks before holiday start date.
Buoyancy aids are available on arrival and full handover tuition is provided.
Please note, cancellation protection is not included. Please see our Terms & Conditions for the cancellation protection scheme details. A refundable security deposit of £1,000 per boat may be requested on arrival for larger celebratory parties. If applicable, this will be pre-authorised by card when collecting your boat. Please see our Terms & Conditions for full details.
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Hannah Narrow Boat Location
You can hire Hannah from Bradford on Avon Marina on the Kennet & Avon Canal
Bradford on Avon
Located on the Kennet & Avon Canal in Wiltshire, from Bradford on Avon you can explore the Kennet & Avon Canal through Somerset, Wiltshire and Berkshire, visit UNESCO World Heritage Bath, the Caen Hill flight of locks at Devizes and the Vale of Pewsey.
Routes from Bradford on Avon
From Bradford on Avon you can explore the Kennet & Avon Canal through Somerset, Wiltshire and Berkshire, visit UNESCO World Heritage Bath, the Caen Hill flight of locks at Devizes, the Vale of Pewsey and beyond.
FAQs
Do I need a licence to drive a canal boat?
You don’t need a licence to steer a canal boat and it’s easy to learn how to operate a boat. When you arrive at one of our boat yards, one of our experienced instructors will guide you through everything you need to know.
Will my narrowboat have heating?
All our narrowboats have gas central heating with radiators throughout for cosy year-round canal boat holidays. Some of our boats also have a multi-fuel stove.
Can I bring my dog on my narrowboat holiday?
Our holidays are pet-friendly and dog-friendly. Up to three well-behaved dogs travel free of charge.
