Narrowboat on canal with houseboats and trees in background.

Travel Diary

Back on the Move and Bound for Bingley

After two weeks stuck at the bottom of ...

An Unexpected Stop at Apperley Bridge

It was supposed to be a simple two ...

Locks, Swing Bridges and a Familiar Boat

Leaving Leeds behind, we faced a busy 6½ ...
Traditional narrowboat moored along a canal with a blue flag and lush greenery in the background.

Maintenance Complete and the Next Adventure Begins

After a productive few days at Lemonroyd Marina, ...
Peaceful river with lush greenery and lily pads, perfect for narrowboat life.

A Short Cruise to Woodlesford and Preparing for Winter

An unexpected wake-up call, a peaceful cruise through ...
Heron taking off from a grassy field with trees in the background.

Shared Locks, Sunshine and a Fresh Start

After thirteen days in Wakefield, it was time ...
Dog resting on narrowboat deck during sunset with scenic sky view.

A Journey Through Ancient Yorkshire

Some days you'll remember for dramatic scenery. Others ...
Narrowboats moored along a peaceful river with lush greenery and wildflowers.

Beating the Heat on the River Aire

Cruising from Knottingley to Castleford during a record-breaking ...

Sunshine, Wildlife and a Return to the Aire

A perfect summer cruising day saw us leave ...

A Gentle Return to the Selby Canal

Before leaving Selby, we paused to refill our ...

Leaving York Behind

After enjoying a few days exploring York, we ...

Arriving in York

After completing the tidal River Ouse, we finally ...

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