A more cheerful way to start the year is by creating a ‘bucket list’ of fun things to do. Learn to work a lock and steer a boat. Visit ‘Mother’, a thatched structure at Wicken Fen. The nature reserve here is a favourite with our customers. Visit Houghton Mill, a National Trust property on the River Great Ouse. Read on to find out about another 9 bucket list items.Read more ›
Why not branch off from the main route to Cambridge, West onto the Great Ouse for a leisurely journey of 19 miles and with only two locks to negotiate, from Pope’s Corner to St. Ives.Read more ›
Want to banish the winter blues, book a romantic break, or learn about living on a canal boat? Then check out the highlights from last year’s narrowboat blog.Read more ›
Three mood boosting tips you can do for the winter: Stay active with exercises, take a walk tour inside the Oliver Cromwell House, visit churches, or plan ahead for the next year for a fun narrowboating experience free from the hustle and bustle of the city.Read more ›
A Narrowboat holiday to Nene Park from March with its quaint atmosphere. Take an unforgettable journey along the waterways in total comfort and explore well-maintained trails & lush greenery even take an energising bike ride. The idyllic lakes are perfect for fishing, birdwatching, and even kayaking. This unique holiday will leave you with cherished memories that last a lifetime.Read more ›
Our narrowboat hire base is in the heart of the Fens, known for its flat landscape, so it’s one of the best places in the country to walk or cycle. Free walking and cycling maps can now be downloaded from the Fenland District Council website. Read on for an insight into walks near March, Peterborough and Whittlesey. Read more ›
4 local festivals you can visit by a Fox Narrowboat this summer. Strawberry Fayre a renowned, free music festival going for 40 years plus. March Fest has Rock in the Park and a craft fair, kids zone, live music, a classic car show and more. Aquafest takes place at three riverside locations a highlight is the raft race but there is also a fun fair, beer tent, burger bar and stalls. Ely Folk Festival offers a real ale bar, lots of kids activities, morris dancing, ceilidhs, workshops and music sessions.Read more ›
Meet Father Christmas at Wicken Fen with a winter walk. Anglesey Abbey has a winter show called “Nature by Night, Nature by Light” and see the gardens come to light. Festive food is being offer at Wisbech Fayre including mulled wine and chestnuts.Read more ›
Visit the mysterious Fens, these upcoming Halloween events. Hallowe’en Ghost Tours in Ely, The Haunted House Tour at Oliver Cromwell’s House and Witches and Witchcraft.Read more ›
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