Canal Pub
Black Star
The Black Star, 1 Mitton St, Stourport-on-Severn DY13 8YP.
Canal Pub
#1 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Attractions on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
The River Severn, River Avon, and the Droitwich Canal are important waterways in the west of England that have played key roles in transport, trade, and the development of local communities. The River Severn, the longest river in the UK, flows from Wales through several English counties before reaching the Bristol Channel, historically supporting trade and agriculture. The River Avon (often called the Warwickshire Avon) runs through towns such as Stratford-upon-Avon and eventually joins the River Severn at Tewkesbury. The Droitwich Canal system, which connects the town of Droitwich Spa to the River Severn and the River Avon, was originally built to transport salt from local brine springs but is now mainly used for leisure boating and tourism. Together, these waterways illustrate how natural rivers and man-made canals have shaped the economy and landscape of the region.
Britain’s 4,700 miles of canals and rivers are lined with historic pubs, castles, and engineering marvels. Visitors can enjoy canalside pubs like the Admiral Nelson and The Turf Hotel, explore castles such as Beeston and Chirk, and see attractions like the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, Anderton Boat Lift, and National Waterways Museums. Day boat hire is widely available, and guided cruises offer relaxing ways to discover the canals’ heritage and scenery.
River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal's Best Attractions in 2026
Day Boat Hire
#2 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Day Boat Hire
Free Spirit Cruising
Bredon Rd, Tewkesbury GL20 5BY.
Skippered Boat Trips
#3 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Skippered Boat Trips and Visitor Centres
#4 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Skippered Boat Trips
#5 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Skippered Boat Trips
Cotswolds Canal Trust Ebley Mill
Westward Rd, Ebley, Stroud GL5 4SR
Skippered Boat Trips
#6 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Skippered Boat Trips
#7 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Day Boat Hire
#8 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Day Boat Hire
Bidford Boat Services
Riverside House, 4 The Pleck, Bidford-on-Avon, Alcester B50 4BB.
Skippered Boat Trips and Visitor Centres
#9 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Skippered Boat Trips and Visitor Centres
Cotswold Canal Trust Visitor Centre
Church Ln, Saul, Gloucester GL2 7LA
Canal Museum and Museums
#10 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Canal Museum and Museums
Gloucester Waterways Museum
Llanthony Warehouse, The Docks, Gloucester GL1 2EH.
Attraction
#11 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Canal Pub
#12 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Restaurant Boats and Skippered Boat Trips
#13 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Restaurant Boats and Skippered Boat Trips
Avon River Cruises Ltd – The Silver Salmon
Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QA
Castle
#14 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Castle
Bell’s Castle
Castle
#15 Rated Attraction on the River Severn, River Avon and Droitwich Canal
Castle
Hartley Castle
Skippered Boat Trips
Skippered Boat Trips
Sabrina
Victoria House Victoria Quay, Victoria Ave, Welsh Bridge, Shrewsbury SY1 1HH.