Looking for something different this half term? A canal boat day offers a relaxed, hands-on family day out, with a little Halloween fun if you fancy it.

Quieter towpaths, golden trees, and a calmer pace — here's why autumn might be the best time of year for a canal boat day out.

Wondering what a day on the water actually costs? Here's a clear breakdown of canal boat hire prices, extras and available discounts.

Escape together on a romantic narrowboat trip from Apsley Marina, with peaceful scenery, private cruising and the Grand Union Canal just minutes from London.

From the Harry Potter Studio Tour to a quiet cruise on the Grand Union Canal, here's a local's guide to the best things to do in Hertfordshire.

From Waddesdon Manor to a quiet narrowboat cruise just over the border, here are some of the best days out near Buckinghamshire worth trying.

From Woburn Safari Park to a quiet narrowboat cruise just over the border, here are some of the best days out near Bedfordshire worth trying.

Considering canal boat hire near Leighton Buzzard? Here's why the short drive to Apsley Marina's quieter canal and well-kept boat is worth it.