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What could be more relaxing than drifting along a tranquil canal on a narrow boat through Nottinghamshire? Take in the scenery and wildlife along the way, stopping off at a quaint pub by the side of the water.

Nottingham to Beeston Canal

With pubs such as The Canalhouse and The Trent Navigation  dotted along its banks, the canal is a prominent feature in the city centre and a unique way for you to explore Nottingham. The canal navigates from the River Trent, via Attenborough Nature Reserve at Beeston then on to the city centre and back onto the River Trent. 

Make sure you stop by Beeston Marina , which  caters for over 100 moorers! Here  you can enjoy a beautiful walk and even stop by the cafe for a delicious cup of tea and a scone while taking in your beautiful surroundings.

Chesterfield Canal 

Known locally as the Cuckoo Dyke, the canal runs through the heart of The Dukeries  and Sherwood Forest  in the north of the county, from the River Trent at West Stockwith through the market towns of Worksop and Retford before taking you on towards the borders of Yorkshire. This 46 mile canal will keep you on your toes, with 46 narrow locks, six wide locks and two tunnels.

Erewash Canal

The Erewash Canal is a broad canal which runs just under 12 miles, starting from the River Trent at Trent Lock and ends up at Langley Mill. Part of the canal crosses the Erewash near Eastwood , the heart of DH Lawrence country .

Gunthorpe Lock

This lock is a popular part of the River Trent and a great place to stop off and explore the Nottinghamshire countryside. Gunthorpe has been an important river crossing for many years and for boaters on the River Trent, Gunthorpe Lock is a fine destination to stop off for lunch or an evening meal. Make sure to dine at Tom Brown’s Brasserie .

Newark Canal

The boating experience into Newark is second to none as you coast though the attractive villages of Fiskerton and Farndon, which are both popular fishing spots. The river continues directly into the heart of Newark, a popular market town which is highly recognised for Newark Castle , Newark Air Museum and its offering of antiques. Just past the town lock is a distinctive barge, which has been converted into a floating pub serving drinks and bar meals – you can even moor up behind it!

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You can enjoy a few different cycle routes which pass through some of Nottinghamshire's canals and rivers, such as the  Nottingham to Worksop Cycle Route  or the  Cotgrave Canal & Country Park Cycle Route .

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Here's where you can enjoy a boat ride in Nottinghamshire

From leisurely gliding down the river to action-packed thrills on the rapids.

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Whether you're planning a special occasion or looking for a change of scenery, a boat ride around Nottinghamshire provides a unique experience.

With both the River Trent and a network of canals offering routes through the county, as well as the National Watersports Centre, there is something for everyone.

If you're looking for something a bit different for your next day out, we have put together a few places you can spend a day exploring the water ways.

Hire a canal boat for a leisurely afternoon

Stop off at the many canal side pubs, glide through nature reserves and end up in the city centre on your very own narrow boat.

The Nottingham to Beeston canal provides a route through Attenborough nature reserve, while Gunthorpe Lock is a great stop for lunch.

With a skipper to keep you on track, you and your group are free to relax.

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The Nottingham Narrowboat Project

Where? Unit 2, CanalHouse Wharf, Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1 7ET

Located in the heart of the city, this volunteer-led charity operates two 70 foot boats known as Megan and Tinkers Leen and offers half day, full day residential and evening trips for groups of up to 24 people.

Prices range from £135 to £260.

Gunthorpe Leisure Boats

Where? 3 Trentside, Gunthorpe, Nottingham NG14 7FB

Step aboard the Gunthorpe Belle or Gunthorpe Star and take in the scenery of the Trent Valley. Full day cruise from £120 to £190 for a maximum of 12 people.

Family fun on Highfields boating lake as the weather picks up

Paddle out on Highfields Boating Lake

Where? University Boulevard, Lenton, Nottingham, NG7 2RD

Boats to hire at Highfields include rowing boats, canoes, kayaks and katakanus and are ideal for a family day out. 

The lake is open during the Easter Holidays and then from May to October, 10am to 7pm daily.

Prices start from £2 for juniors and £3 for adults with family discounts available.

Take a luxury cruise along the River Trent

Perhaps the most glamorous way to enjoy the River Trent is to take one of the many cruises available for either personal, social or corporate events.

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Where? The Information Hub, Colwick Country Park, Rover Road, Colwick, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG4 2EW

The Trent Lady, operating since 1991, can carry 74 passengers and boasts the best stocked bar on the river.

The Nottingham Crusader was purpose built for disabled access and is ideal for smaller parties, with a maximum capacity of 45 passengers.

Cruises include Sunday lunches from £25.95 and a three hour trip, afternoon tea for £15.50 and two hours to enjoy the sights as well as party nights from £45, which includes a disco.

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Princess River Cruises

Where? The River Lodge, 100 Racecourse Road, Colwick, Nottingham, NG2 4RF

If you're looking to celebrate in style, the Nottingham Princess and Prince vessels are perfect for a special occasion.

With a mix of both day time and night time cruises, you can choose between either a two or three hour return trip taking in the historic sights along the way.

The Princess is licensed to carry up to 150 passengers and the Prince can carry up to 60 passengers.

Cruises start from £13.75 per person for a daytime dine package and go up to £34  for the three hour evening disco, BBQ and drinks cruise. 

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Adrenaline action at the National Water Sports Centre 

Where? National Water Sports Centre, Adbolton Lane, Holme Pierrepont, Nottingham, NG12 2LU

As well as canoes and kayaks in the Lagoon area, which is perfect for families, for the adrenaline junkies of the group this is a must.

Experience the rush of the 700m course with sessions from one to two hours, starting from £99 up to £320 per raft in peak times.

The minimum age is 14 and there's a maximum of seven people per raft and you must be a strong swimmer.

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Boating buddies with the Nottingham Narrow Boat Project

Phil Mulligan, our East Midlands regional director steps aboard a local boat to learn the ropes. 27 November 2018 saw him join Gerry and Cat from the Nottingham Narrow Boat Project.

Two things need to be corrected before I start. The first is that I didn't actually go out with a Boating Buddy. Rather it was with Gerry and Cat from the Nottingham Narrow Boat Project, which does want to join Boating Buddies and with whom the Trust has very good links.

The Nottingham Narrow Boat Project is an independent charity that runs two narrow boats and is based at Castle Wharf in the heart of Nottingham . The boats are both 70' and capable of taking residential trips. One of the boats is also fully accessible with front gunnels that lower to allow wheelchair access, a hydraulic platform lift down into the cabin and an accessible toilet. Until recently the project was run by the city council but it has now been transferred into the charitable sector (a bit like British Waterways becoming the Trust five years ago but on a micro scale). As a new charity the project has been able to attract a Lottery grant that will cover basic costs for three years, enabling it to run affordable trips targeting disadvantaged groups or those with additional needs.

I am extremely grateful that Gerry and Cat made the time to take myself and Liz Fleuty (East Midlands development and engagement manager) out for a morning on their boat ‘Tinkers Leen'. Our journey involved passing through Castle Lock in Nottingham and heading up the Nottingham & Beeston Canal to the Beeston Canalside Heritage Centre at Beeston Lock.

The journey took two hours and it was another two hours or so before feeling returned to my hands – it was a very cold morning and we were steering into a bitter wind. Liz and I took turns steering the boat and between the two of us there were a lot of zigzags and a few near misses. I did consider going below decks to warm up while Liz was at the tiller but here the second correction needs making….such boats should not really be called narrow boats but from my perspective, standing at 6'4”, ‘short boats'. I was unable to stand properly inside the boat. I appreciate this is not a problem most of our boating customers will have but in truth it made me realise that while I could enjoy a trip or holiday on such a boat, it would be impractical for me to ever consider living on one. That, however, would be one of the only factors against such a life, judging by how enjoyable my trip was in all other regards.

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I do think it was helpful that Gerry and Cat are used to dealing with children when it comes to boat safety, handling and the operation of locks as I have to admit I am a novice. I found Gerry's explanations of lock design and his coaching of me through the opening and closing of the gates to be pitched perfectly for my level. In my first three months at the Trust I've sat in plenty of meetings discussing how best to repair various lock bits but it wasn't until Gerry got me cranking the windlass that I really appreciated how important it is to have well maintained mechanisms to operate.

There wasn't much traffic on the water that morning but the warm welcome and cheerful hellos we got from every boater we passed gave me an insight into the sense of fraternity that comes from those that are able to access the watery bit of our waterways. I was also impressed by the number of walkers, joggers, commuters and cyclists using the towpath we followed. Despite travelling through the heart of Nottingham and never really leaving the conurbation, there was a sense of peace, quiet, space and nature almost the entire route.

Wellbeing comes from being on the water

The whole experience helped me appreciate the wellbeing that comes from being on the water and feel what it is like to be rather pleasantly limited in one's speed. The journey, rather than the destination, truly became the purpose. The one point I felt unreconciled about was how can some of the people who use our waterways and enjoy this slow, quiet, peaceful pace and existence, become so agitated at times when dealing with the Trust, which is doing so much to enable this mellifluous lifestyle or pastime.

My appreciation of the issues that matter to boaters has increased with this trip – I hope that the more I am able to talk to boaters the greater their understanding will be of the competing priorities I am having to juggle on a daily basis.

Thanks again to Gerry and Cat for their warm hospitality on a chilly morning.

Guest blogger, Phil Mulligan, East Midlands regional director

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Located in the City Centre on the Nottingham Canal, we offer half day, full day, residential and evening (summertime only) trips for groups of up to 24 people to experience their environment from our two 70ft narrowboats, Megan and Tinkers Leen, both staffed by our highly experienced skippers. The project began over 40 years ago, back in 1974, and has established itself as one of the most respected community boat projects in the country. We offer a safe, accessible programme, with one boat fitted with a hydraulic lift to enable access for a variety of people including wheelchair users and people with limited mobility. We provide an educational waterways experience including boat helming, working the canal’s locks, water safety and a general taster of waterways life. All of our trips with young people will offer new experiences and learning outcomes for them.Half-day and whole day trips on the Nottingham Canal and River Trent can include

  • Team Building for Groups and Corporate Enterprises
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Prices start at £11.25 per head

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Tucked away on the banks of the Nottingham and Beeston Canal, it’s a peaceful spot to moor up. In fact, it’s so quiet, you’ll probably forget you’ve got the city centre on your doorstep.

Available with leisure moorings and visitor moorings, our marina is just a mile’s walk from Nottingham City Centre. Along with all the shops, restaurants and nightlife on offer, Nottingham has heaps of history and culture to get your teeth into. Time your trip right, and you might spot a Robin Hood lookalike giving tours around the city.

With the city nearby, it’s hard to believe how quiet the marina is – it has a really calm atmosphere. For nature lovers, there’s plenty of wildlife around, too. Permanent residents at the marina include a heron and a cormorant, so keep an eye out for them while you’re here.

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Our canal boat is fully equipped with the latest in security and safety features to ensure that you are safe from any dangers while navigating on the water! We provide a full range of services including patrolling boats for hire and canal boat hires which can be utilised as an asset to your company’s safety standards or just used for recreational purposes.

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