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Thanks @Slim, @IanD, @Captain Pegg and @Mac of Cygnet for all you input.
It's tending towards two boats on L&L.
Will let you know how we get on! Have a good weekend (when it arrives)!
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20 hours ago, OldGoat said:
If you're happy with two boats - then the
world- English canal system is your oyster!(IMHO) the nicest parts are / or involve using parts of the narrow system.
It's only immediately around Birmingham (perhaps a sweeping statement) that the canal is industrial, indeed most of the industry has 'long since' gone and replaced by smart housing.
If you choose the Oxford canal then any towns (there's only Banbury of any size) are quickly passed through.
If you haven't got an overall canal map - then get one..
There's an engaging set of YouTube videos dome by a Californian and an English lady - they've pretty much covered the whole system and you can pause the rapid motion bits to get a flavour of the surroundings. Also look at Canalplan, not only to plan and time your route but folks have added photos of many of the routes for you to evaluate.
Have a look at the suggestions and come back again.
Thanks OldGoat - will do.
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Thanks @Naughty Cal
At this stage, the novelty of a canal appeals - many of the party have done river cruises in various places.
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Cool, thanks.
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Wow - thanks everyone for you input.
@Boater Sam I had a quick look at the Leeds and Liverpool, looks intriguing. Is there any particular stretch that's better for the rural aspect? And any renters that you could recommend?
@Mike E-W Thanks will have a look.
@NickF @Cheese @Peter X I'll discuss the pros and cons of 1 vs 2 boats with the rest of the party, but I'm guessing they'll agree with @Cheese that 2 will offer more comfort.
@Peter X We're happy to do locks. Think it will be necessary for a bit of exercise after sitting around on board :) Mostly a pretty fit bunch, so that shouldn't be a problem. But I don't think we want to do 8-hour days with locks all the way. Some uninvolved cruising and landscape-gazing time would be nice. And enough moored chilling out time, would be equally important. Thanks for the CRT link, will take a look. Most of the group have done several canal journeys in France. Those of us that haven't have quite a bit of general boating experience, but none of locks, so that guide will really be helpful.
@OldGoat Thanks for the thoughts. As I type, the more I think 2 boats will suit the group better. Although this would be more expensive, we only all get together sporadically, so it's probably worth the outlay to make it a more comfortable and memorable experience. I think we'd prefer the canal system over the Thames, just because it would be novel for all of us.
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Hi all, first post here, thanks everyone for a great resource.
My wife and I are coming over in early June from South Africa for a family get together. There’ll be 7 of us altogether and we’re interested in doing a week on a nice canal. I’ve done quite a bit of reading, but the massive choice is a bit daunting, so I’d really appreciate your advice on a few things:
- we’re all adults (40s to 70s), so I’m assuming renting two boats would be better than renting one massive one to fit 7. Is this true?;
- I think we’d like to travel on a system that is more rural, ideally quieter, but still has a decent choice of pubs for meals, walks, etc. From what I’ve read the Caldon or Ashby might fit this descrption. Any thoughts on these or other options would be appreciated;
- and any thoughts on reputable rental companies would be most welcome.
Thanks in advance!
best
Bosvelder
June holiday advice please
in Holidays Afloat
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Just wanted to post a follow-up thanks to all who offered their opinions.
We ended up going on the L&L, travelling west from Skipton in the constant rain in early June.
Great scenery, villages, and friendly folk - we all had a blast!