Luxury
Constellation 4 Class Narrow Boats
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.
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4 Berth Narrowboat Holidays
Our Luxury 65ft Constellation 4 Class narrowboats offer accommodation for up to four people.
These boats have a semi-traditional stern and extra features including a multi-fuel stove.
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
Luxury 65ft semi-traditional stern narrowboats suitable for two couples or a small family.
Saloon Spacious saloon with a dining table and chairs, four armchairs and a traditional fuel stove. There is also 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.
Cabin Two cabins, both can be configured as a double or two single beds. There is also storage for clothes in each cabin. Bed linen is supplied.
Bathroom Two full bathrooms, both with a wash basin, flush toilet and shower. A hand towel supplied in each bathroom.
Heating Full radiator central heating and a traditional fuel stove in the saloon.
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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Constellation 4 Class Locations
You can hire a Constellation 4 Class narrowboat from the following locations
Bath
Located on the Kennet & Avon Canal at Sydney Wharf, from Bath you can cruise through Somerset, Wiltshire and Berkshire, visit UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath, the historic market town of Bradford on Avon and the Caen Hill flight of locks at Devizes.
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.
Bunbury
Located on the Shropshire Union Canal near Tarporley, from Bunbury you can cruise through the Cheshire countryside, visit the ancient city of Chester and the Anderton Boat Lift or cruise the Llangollen Canal to the World Heritage Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.
Great Haywood
Located on the Trent & Mersey Canal near Stafford, from Great Haywood you can cruise through the Staffordshire countryside, explore the canals of the West Midlands and visit the Potteries, the Peak District or Birmingham afloat.
Trevor
Located on the Llangollen Canal in North Wales, from Trevor you can explore the UNESCO World Heritage Pontcysyllte Aqueduct site, the Shropshire Lake District, the Montgomery Canal and the historic market town of Llangollen nestled in the Berwyn Mountains.
Whixall
Located on the Prees Branch of the Llangollen Canal in Shropshire, from Whixall you can cruise through the Shropshire Lake District, explore the UNESCO World Heritage Pontcysyllte Aqueduct site and the Montgomery Canal.
Wootton Wawen
Located on the Stratford Canal in Warwickshire, from Wootton Wawen you can cruise the Stratford Canal through Shakespeare country, visit Stratford-upon-Avon and connect with the Birmingham Canal network.
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.
