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We operate three boats available for evening self steer hire. The boats are 30' long narrowboats are available for self steer evening hire on an 11.5 mile lock free stretch of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, between Wigan Top Lock and Johnson's Hillock Locks at Wheelton.  This stretch has plenty to offer all the family, with lovely rural views of the Douglas Valley and the Rivington Moors.

 

Enjoy the atmosphere of an evening cruise enjoying a lovely sunset with friends or loved ones with either your own food and drink, a meal at one of the many canal side venues or possibly a take away from Adlington which can be ordered on departure and collected when you arrive in Adlington.  Click here for details of the route.

 

The boats are ideal for groups of all ages and are easy handle. Full instructions are given by staff before you depart to ensure your confidence and comfort. The boats can carry up to 10 people for self steer bookings. They are equipped with a W.C., a grill and four burners, hot and cold water supply, mugs, glasses, crockery, cutlery, saucepans, frying pan and a kettle.  Buoyancy aids are provided as required.