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May Narrow Boat
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 60ft May semi-traditional stern narrowboat offers accommodation for up to eight people.
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 60ft May semi-traditional stern narrowboat offers accommodation for up to eight people.
Saloon Comfortable saloon with sofa and dinette table which can convert into a double bed at night. Plus a fold down single opposite which is used as a bench seat during the day, or a casual single bed at night when used together with the dinette configured as a single bed.
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, each offering either 2 low level single beds plus one high level bunk or a double bed in each. Additionally saloon can be converted at night into either an extra double or two singles. Bed linen is supplied.
Bathroom Two bathrooms, each with a toilet and wash basin plus shower (one standalone shower and other over a hip bath). 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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May Location
You can hire May from Great Haywood on the Trent & Mersey Canal in Staffordshire.
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.
Great Haywood Routes
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.
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.
