Twyford Wharf Narrow Boats

Twyford Wharf Narrow Boats Welcome to Twyford Wharf Narrowboats on the Oxford Canal - Weekly and Day Boat Hire- Narrowboat Holidays to suit you. Colin & Louise

We would like to welcome you on board either ‘Chieftain’ or ‘Conqueror’, our modern, comfortable 62ft narrow boats, both equipped to ensure you have a wonderful holiday. WE also have a 40ft Day Boat, Comet, for hire by the day or more. Our boats have almost all you will need on board, we supply all your cleaning items, feather and sponge pillows, a towel per person and even a ‘Dry as a Bone’ and a

hat for the helm should it rain. On board you will also find a TV, DVD player, on board chargers for laptops and mobile phones, a great ‘frying pan’ for those hearty breakfasts, sharp knives and much, much, more. We will ensure that you have all the necessary training if you are a beginner, taking you through a lock and only setting you on your way when you are entirely happy. Wi-Fi is available by request

We also have 40ft DAY BOAT for hire by the day. Please see ‘Day Boat’ link to book your special day afloat. We are a small family run business with just three boats offering a high degree of luxury and personal service. Your narrowboat journey will start at our converted wharf barn, situated on the Oxford Canal which is often regarded as one of England’s most scenic canals. From Twyford Wharf you can either cruise north towards Braunston, onwards to Stratford upon Avon with stunning scenery of the windmill at Napton or south to the city of Oxford and onto the River Thames. Cruise up to Lechlade on the Thames discovering great pubs along the way and wonderful scenic views. We are here to help you book a wonderful holiday – so – if you have any questions please give us a call and we look forward to welcoming you aboard ‘Chieftain’ or ‘Conqueror’ for a fantastic holiday.

05/08/2026

Navigation Closure
Napton Lock 8 to Marston Doles Lock 16
Details
Type: Navigation Closure
Waterway(s): Oxford Canal
From: 9 August 2026, 2pm
To: On-going
Region: West Midlands
Reason: Low Water Levels
Subject to review on: 10 August 2026

Location
Closest waterway: Oxford Canal
Starts at: Lock 8, Napton Bottom Lock
Ends at: Lock 16, Marston Doles Top Lock

Description
Original 5 August 2026, 4:32pm

Despite our efforts to conserve water and maintain navigation, continued dry weather and falling reservoir levels mean we can no longer maintain passage through this section.

From Sunday 9 August, Locks 8, 14, 15 and 16 will be closed to navigation. Last entry into the flight will be at 2pm, with all locks closed by 3pm.

These closures are necessary to protect limited water resources, support navigation recovery and safeguard canal infrastructure and ecology.

Subject to conditions remaining suitable, we intend to provide a limited movement window on Monday 10 August between 10am and 3pm, with the last entry at 1pm.

22/07/2026

It’s no wonder the S, Oxford is running short of water when Cropredy lock bottom gate leaks like a sieve. C&RT are aware but nothing has been done to prevent this Hugh loss of water. What a waste!

14/07/2026

So no rain forecast water levels getting low! Understand levels bad between Cropredy and Banbury and below Pigeons Lock! Anyone any updates?

13/07/2026

Just looking at water levels and wondering if the S.Oxford canal will last the summer? Levels in places already very low!

Summer 2026 is Heating Up!Our latest blog post offers tips on how to survive and thrive out on the water this summer.Tak...
19/06/2026

Summer 2026 is Heating Up!

Our latest blog post offers tips on how to survive and thrive out on the water this summer.

Take a minute with a cuppa and give it a read.

Here are our top 5 tips and destinations for making the most of a hot British summer on the water.

New C&RT logo?
19/06/2026

New C&RT logo?

16/06/2026

Navigation Closure Completed
Aubreys lift bridge 221 Thrupp
We're pleased to share that the repairs carried out this morning have been successful, and the bridge is now fully operational once again.

Details
Type: Navigation Closure
Waterway(s): Oxford Canal
From: 14 June 2026, 5:40pm
To: 16 June 2026, 11:18am inclusive
Region: London and South East
Reason: Vehicle Incident
Subject to review on: 17 June 2026

Location
Closest waterway: Oxford Canal
Starts at: Bridge 221, Aubreys Lift Bridge
Ends at: Bridge 221, Aubreys Lift Bridge
Upstream winding hole: Above lock 41 Shipton lock
Downstream winding hole: Below lock 44 Dukes lock

Descriptions

15/06/2026

Navigation Closure Update
Aubreys lift bridge 221 Thrupp
Details
Type: Navigation Closure
Waterway(s): Oxford Canal
From: 14 June 2026, 5:40pm
To: On-going
Region: London and South East
Reason: Vehicle Incident
Subject to review on: 17 June 2026

Location
Closest waterway: Oxford Canal
Starts at: Bridge 221, Aubreys Lift Bridge
Ends at: Bridge 221, Aubreys Lift Bridge
Upstream winding hole: Above lock 41 Shipton lock
Downstream winding hole: Below lock 44 Dukes lock

Descriptions
Update 15 June 2026, 10:33am

The bridge will be out of action for the foreseeable, our engineers are exploring plans to get the repairs in place.

14/06/2026

Navigation Closure
Aubreys lift bridge 221 Thrupp
Details
Type: Navigation Closure
Waterway(s): Oxford Canal
From: 14 June 2026, 5:40pm
To: On-going
Region: London and South East
Reason: Vehicle Incident
Subject to review on: 15 June 2026

Location
Closest waterway: Oxford Canal
Starts at: Bridge 221, Aubreys Lift Bridge
Ends at: Bridge 221, Aubreys Lift Bridge
Upstream winding hole: Above lock 41 Shipton lock
Downstream winding hole: Below lock 44 Dukes lock

Description
Original 14 June 2026, 5:33pm

Navigation currently closed to boat and vehicle traffic due to vehicle incident leaving bridge non operational.

10/06/2026

Just heard. Grants lock is shut on S.Oxford. C&RT on site but no word as to when lock will reopen ?

Address

Twyford Wharf
Banbury
OX173JN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+447833190115

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