Day boat hire at Bunbury

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Day boat destinations

Enjoy a day out canal boating through the Cheshire countryside

On a day out from our canal boat rental base at Bunbury Wharf on the Shropshire Union Canal near Tarporley, you can cruise to Nantwich and back.

The journey takes you through six peaceful miles of countryside, past the canalside Barbridge Inn and across the impressive Grade II* listed Nantwich Aqueduct with panoramic views across the town. With no locks along the way, the journey to Nantwich takes around two hours.

Please note, you can only cruise south on a day boat from our Bunbury base.

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General information

Passenger numbers Our day boat Bella at Bunbury can accommodate up to 10 passengers (including infants and pets).

Pets You can bring dogs but they each count as a passenger.

What’s onboard? Our self-drive day boats have indoor and outdoor seating, a toilet, gas hob and a fridge or electric cool box. Buoyancy aids are also available on request.

Your day out boating Check in at 9am and provide a security deposit (£100 per boat). Return at 4pm March to October. 3pm return over the winter months.

Tuition is included in our day boat hire. We’ll ask you to complete a handover certificate before releasing the boat).

Prices £99 per day Monday to Friday. £165 on weekends and bank holidays.

Car parking & damage waiver is included.

Terms & conditions Please see our Terms & Conditions for full details.

For more information call us on 0117 304 1122 or email bookings@anglowelsh.co.uk

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How to find us

Our Bunbury canal boat hire base is on the Shropshire Union Canal near Tarporley in Cheshire.

Anglo Welsh, Bunbury Lock, Tarporley, Cheshire CW6 9QB

Tel 01829 260957

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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.

What time can I collect the boat?

You can check in at 9am and return the boat by 4pm March to October. By 3pm over the winter months.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, you can bring up to three well-behaved dogs but they count as passengers (maximum 10 passengers are allowed per boat).