Boat Hire Companies on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

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Boat hire in the UK is a unique, relaxing way to explore over 3,000 miles of historic canals, rivers and waterways. Boats—ranging from narrowboats to wide-beam barges—are available across England, Scotland, and Wales, with no experience needed and full training provided. Modern amenities, flexible rental periods, and a range of prices make it accessible for families, couples, and groups. Popular bases include Bath, Trevor, Great Haywood, and Wootton Wawen. Cruising at 3-4 mph, boaters enjoy scenic routes, waterside pubs, and hidden countryside, making canal holidays a memorable alternative to traditional travel.

Northern England & Scotland Waterways's Best Boat Hire Companies in 2026

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#1 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Hawthorn Hideaway

Hawthorne Lodge, Brickyard Lane, Walkeringham, DN10 4LZ
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"A luxury narrowboat getaway offering short breaks for 2. Static, self drive and skippered option available. Private garden with hot tub, fire bowl BBQ, seating and sunset views. Also sauna, hobbit BBQ cabin and massage yurt onsite. Enjoy the water and our onsite services too."

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#2 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Ellerbeck Narrowboats

Chorley, Lancs. Leeds & Liverpool Canal
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#3 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways
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Ducklings Narrowboat Hire @ Tewitfield Marina

Tewitfield Marina, Lancaster Canal
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#4 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Caley Cruisers

Caledonian Canal
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  • Accessible Entrance
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#5 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Crabtree Narrowboat Hire

Unnamed road, Preston PR3 0BT.
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#7 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Snaygill Boats

Skipton Road Bradley, Skipton BD20 9HA.
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" Canal holidays and Day Boat Hire on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal in the scenic Yorkshire Dales"

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#8 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Duck Island Boat Company

Garstang Marina, Nateby Crossing Ln, Preston PR3 0JJ.
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#10 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Shire Cruisers

The Wharf, Sowerby Bridge HX6 2AG.
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#11 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Shire Cruisers

The Wharf, Sowerby Bridge HX6 2AG.
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#12 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Blossom Narrowboat Hire

Lancaster Canal
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#13 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Chesterfield Canal Boat Co.

Chesterfield Canal
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  • Accessible Entrance
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#14 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Canal Boat Cruises

Riley Green Marina, Bolton Rd, Hoghton PR5 0SP
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#15 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Bronte Boats

New Rd, Hebden Bridge HX7 8AD.
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"Boat Hire, day boats and repairs"

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#16 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Silsden Canal Boat Hire

Canal Wharfe, Elliott St, Silsden, Keighley BD20 0DE.
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#17 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

Black Prince Holidays

Falkirk Wheel
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#18 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

ABC Boat Hire Falkirk Canal

Falkirk, Scottish Lowland Canals
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#20 Rated Boat Hire on the Northern England & Scotland Waterways

bearBOATING

PO Box 324 Shipley, BD18 9DP
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