A photo of a narrowboat navigating up the Caen Hill Lock Flight

Kennet and Avon Canal Boat Hire

Linking the cities of Reading and Bristol, the Kennet and Avon is one of the most popular inland waterways of the U.K. - for a reason. Taking in the stunning cities of Bath and Bristol, the pretty countryside of the Cotswolds and plenty of outdoor activities, canal history and lots of locks, the Kennet and Avon is one of a kind. Experience this world famous region from the comfort of your floating holiday home and have the holiday you always dreamed of.

We have two possible hire bases from which you can explore the Kennet and Avon canal. One in the east at Bathampton and the other at the other end of the canal at Woolhampton.

If you can't find the last-minute deal you are looking for please get in touch on 02045781435 or contact us by e-mail and we will be glad to help.

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Bathampton, Bath

Ideal for the Kennet & Avon canal including Bath, Bradford on Avon & The Caen Hill Locks

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Hire starting on Saturday the 4th of January
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£197.50/night
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£1,225.00
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£1,255.00
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£1,365.00
£227.50/night
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£1,385.00
£230.83/night
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£1,425.00
£237.50/night
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£1,445.00
£240.83/night
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£1,455.00
£242.50/night
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£1,455.00
£242.50/night
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£1,485.00
£247.50/night
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£1,485.00
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£1,485.00
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£1,525.00
£254.17/night
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£1,645.00
£274.17/night
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£1,645.00
£274.17/night
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£1,645.00
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£1,645.00
£274.17/night
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£1,645.00
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£1,645.00
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£1,645.00
£274.17/night
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Hire starting on Saturday the 26th of July
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£1,645.00
£274.17/night
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Checkout: Fri 8th of Aug (5.30pm)
£1,645.00
£274.17/night
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More about Kennet & Avon Canal Boat Hire


If you can't find the deal you are looking for or have any questions about holidays on the Kennet & Avon 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.

Kennet and Avon Canal Facts

Location: South England

Length: 87 miles

Locks: 104

Lock type: Broad locks

A photo of a narrowboat navigating up the Caen Hill Lock Flight
Lock free section of the kennet & avon canal at woodborough
Narrowboats on the kennet and avon canal at hungerford

FAQs about Kennet and Avon boat hire

Our holidays require no previous bating experience, but you may have some questions.
Where can we start our Kennet and Avon Boat Hire?

We have 2 hire bases from which you could enjoy a cruise along the beautiful Kennet & Avon canal. Our Bathampton base is ideally located for exploring the western end of the Kennet & Avon Canal, including Bath, Bradford-on-Avon, Caen Hill Locks and Devizes. Our Woolhampton Hire base is ideally located for exploring the eastern end of the Canal including Newbury, Hungerford, Wootton Rivers and potentially Devizes. Experienced boaters could also potentially head onto the Thames for example completing the Thames Ring on an extended 3-4 week hire.

How many locks are on the Kennet & Avon canal?

There are 104 locks in total on the Kennet & Avon Canal, these are wide locks which can take a little more effort to work over narrow locks, however chances are you'll navigate through many of the locks alongside another boat potentially another hire crew which can be fun and lightens the load.

How long is the Kennet & Avon Canal

The Kennet & Avon Canal is 87 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 Kennet & Avon Canal.

Which short-break routes could we on the Kennet and Avon Canal?

Which week long routes could we do on the Kennet & Avon Canal?

Kennet & Avon Canal Map

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