Caldon Canal
A guide to the Caldon Canal and narrowboat hire on the Caldon Canal
The Caldon Canal itself:
Cruising Hours: This route consists of 22.478 miles, 18 locks and 3 tunnels. Which will take 1 day, 6 hours and 26 minutes when travelling for 7 hours per day at our default speeds.
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Hire Boats for the Caldon Canal.
Below you'll see the available hire narrowboats for this canal.
More about Caldon Canal Boat Hire
If you can't find the deal you are looking for or have any questions about holidays on the Caldon Canal or any other canals, we are happy to help please get in touch on 02045781435 or contact us by e-mail and we will be glad to help.
Caldon Canal Facts
Location: Staffordshire, England
Length: 18 miles
Locks: 17
Lock type: Narrow
FAQs about Caldon canal boat hire
Our holidays require no previous bating experience, but you may have some questions.
Where can we start our Caldon Boat Hire?
We have a partner hire base in Stone Staffordshire on the Trent & Mersey canal, just 9 miles and a 6 hours cruise from Etruria Junction where the Trent & Mersey and Caldon Canals meet.
How many locks are on the Caldon canal?
There are 17 locks in total on the Caldon Canal. Including a saircase lock.
How long is the Caldon Canal
The Caldon Canal is 18 miles long.
Is day boat hire available?
We are focused on overnight holiday hire, however you can check out our day hire page to find a list of day hire options some of which are on the Caldon Canal.
Which short-break routes could we on the Caldon Canal?
The Caldon Canal main line can be completed on an active 4 night hire, which can be booked during the week starting on Monday or Tuesday. You can also explore part of the Caldon Canal on a 3 night weekend hire.
Which week long routes could we do on the Caldon Canal?
Over the duration of a week you can explore the full length of the Caldon Canal including if you choose the branch to Leek.
Are there any ring routes that include the Caldon Canal?
The Caldon Canal is directly part of any ring routes however a route up and down the Caldon canal could be combined with the Four Counties Ring for a longer 2 or 3 week hire.