Chiltern Canal Boat Holidays

04/06/2026

We are officially launching our Autumn Breaks Sale! 🍂🧡

There is something magical about an autumn escape. The air is crisp, the towpaths are quiet, and the trees put on a spectacular show just for you. Plus, there’s no better excuse to light the onboard stove and get cosy under a blanket.

Book your September or October break now and enjoy the waterways at their most peaceful (and most photogenic!).

Click the link below to see our special seasonal rates and grab your dates before they’re gone! ⏳
https://chilterncanalboatholidays.com/en/rates1

31/05/2026

This isn't a postcard—this is just Sunday evening on the Grand Union. 🌅✨

As the golden hour hits the water, the whole world seems to go quiet. One of the best perks of a narrowboat holiday is that your 'back garden' changes every day, but the view is always spectacular.

There’s nothing quite like mooring up, pouring a glass of something cold, and watching the sun dip below the horizon from your own private deck. It’s the ultimate way to decompress and reconnect with nature.

Tag the person you’d love to share this sunset with! 🥂

Plan your narrow escape right here:
https://chilterncanalboatholidays.com/en/our-holidays

27/05/2026

Think you have to compromise on Sunday dinner just because you’re on a boat? Think again.

Welcome to the 'Galley'—the heart of our narrowboats. We’ve designed this space to prove that compact living doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort. From a gas cooker to clever storage solutions, you’ll find everything you need to whip up a gourmet meal or a simple bacon sarnie after a long day of steering.

Living small teaches you the joy of being organised and keeping things cosy. It’s functional, it’s stylish, and it’s surprisingly spacious once you’re inside.

What’s the one meal you MUST have on holiday? Tell us below! 🍳

Take the full tour of Narrow Escape here:
https://chilterncanalboatholidays.com/en/narrow-escape-5-berth

23/05/2026

Imagine waking up to the sound of water lapping against the hull and your only morning 'meeting' is with the local mallards. 🦆🎣

There is a specific kind of peace that only a canal holiday can provide. Whether you’re an avid angler waiting for that perfect catch right from the stern, or you just want to enjoy a slow morning coffee while the ducks paddle by, life on the water moves at a different pace.

Our boats are fully equipped to be your floating home-away-from-home, giving you front-row seats to the best of British wildlife. No rush, no traffic, just the gentle flow of the inland waterways.

Have you ever tried fishing from a boat, or do you prefer just watching the world go by? Let us know in the comments! 👇

Book your holiday today at https://chilterncanalboatholidays.com/

19/05/2026

No traffic. No petrol. No stress. 🦆 Leave the car behind and let the current take you.

Exploring the Grand Union by boat means the journey is the destination. Park up and don't touch a steering wheel—unless it's a tiller—all week!

Book your car-free getaway here: https://chilterncanalboatholidays.com/

Who’s your favourite travel buddy?

16/05/2026

15/05/2026

Close your eyes and listen 👂 There is a specific kind of magic in the sound of water lapping against a steel hull. Science says being near water lowers cortisol—we just say it feels like home.

Double tap if you need this level of calm today.👆

12/05/2026

⚓️ Autumn narrowboat breaks are now on sale!

Beat the crowds, enjoy quieter waterways, and get that 'Mini Escape' you’ve been dreaming of for less.

Comment 'RELAX' and we’ll DM you the booking link!