Boat Hire Companies on the Shropshire Union Canal

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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.

Shropshire Union Canal's Best Boat Hire Companies in 2026

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#2 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

Floating Holidays

Middlewich Wharf, 1 Canal Terrace, Middlewich CW10 9BD
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#3 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

Countrywide Cruisers

Brewood, Shropshire Union Canal
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  • Accessible Entrance
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#4 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

Lyneal Trust

Lyneal Wharf, Ellesmere SY12 0LQ
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  • Accessible Boats
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#5 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

Marine Cruises

Swanley Bridge Marina, Nantwich CW5 8NR.
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#6 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

UKvacationsAfloat

The Wharf, Watling St, Penkridge, Stafford ST19 5PR.
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#7 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

Cheshire Cat Narrowboats

Overwater Marina, Coole Ln, Nantwich CW5 8AY.
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  • Accessible Entrance
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#9 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

Chas Hardern Boats

Beeston Castle Wharf,, Beeston,, Tiverton, Tarporley CW6 9NH.
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#10 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

Norbury Wharf

The Wharf, Norbury Junction, Stafford ST20 0PN.
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#11 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

ABC Nantwich Canal Centre

Nantwich Canal Centre, Shropshire Union Canal
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  • Accessible Entrance
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#12 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

Napton Narrowboats

Napton Marina, Tomlow Rd, Stockton, Southam CV47 8HX.
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#13 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

Heritage Narrowboats

Heritage Marina, Station Rd, Scholar Green, Stoke-on-Trent ST7 3JZ.
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#14 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal

Pea Green Boats

Whixall Marina, Alders Ln, Whitchurch SY13 2QS.
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#15 Rated Boat Hire on the Shropshire Union Canal
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