Based on the Grand Union Canal at Nash Mills, near Hemel Hempstead (see map) you will find our 3 canal boats ready to provide a day or holiday trip for a wide range of voluntary and community groups. We have 2 wide beam boats with a skipper and crew, which can be hired for day or residential trips, and one narrow boat, which is available to groups on a self-steer or skippered basis. With over 25 years of experience of using the canals we have gained a good reputation for work with groups, especially dealing with the needs of those with disabilities or special needs of whatever age.

Over 200 community, voluntary and youth groups make use of our canal boats each year, many of whom return again and again. Each group takes away something different from their trip but many enjoy the team building tasks, relationship building, self-development, education and inspiration provided by the canal boating experience. Many of these people have never had the chance to experience this type of pursuit before as many canal boats are unable to give access and support to people with disabilities.

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Wide beam boats

Our skippered boats, Close Shave and Sheldrake II, are designed for easy access for 10 - 12 people of all ages including those with disabilities. Why not take a trip for relaxation, teamwork, new experiences and wonderful scenery?

Narrow Boats

Our narrow boat, Narrow Escape, gives you the option of a skippered trip or self-steer which allows you to create your own canal waterways experience for up to 12 people of all ages.