Exploring the Trent & Mersey Canal: A Journey Through Time Embarking on a canal boat journey along...
Exploring the Trent & Mersey Canal: A Journey Through Time
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Latest articles written by Floating Holidays - To help you make the most of your time afloat!A selection of our most recent blog posts.
Exploring Canals in British Literature: A Unique Perspective
Exploring Canals in British Literature: A Unique Perspective The intricate network of canals...
Exploring the Secret Past of Britain’s Waterways History
Unveiling the Hidden History of Britain’s Waterways The UK's extensive network of canals and...
Choosing the Perfect Boat for Your Group with Floating Holidays in 2024
Finding Your Ideal Canal Boat with Floating Holidays to set sail on your perfect boat!Consider...
Boating Safely with Kids: 9 Essential Tips
Before untying from the dock, have a safety briefing with the entire crew, kids included. Use simple language to explain the rules of the boat, like staying seated while the boat is in motion, not leaning over the edges, and the importance of keeping aisles clear. For those navigating the narrow spaces of canal boats, remind kids to be cautious when moving around to prevent slips or falls.
The Joy of Boating: Embracing Ratty’s Philosophy from 1908
“Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing – absolutely nothing – half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.”
– Ratty, a philosopher
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Exploring the Trent & Mersey Canal: A Journey Through Time
Exploring the Trent & Mersey Canal: A Journey Through Time Embarking on a canal boat journey along...
Exploring Canals in British Literature: A Unique Perspective
Exploring Canals in British Literature: A Unique Perspective The intricate network of canals...
Exploring the Secret Past of Britain’s Waterways History
Unveiling the Hidden History of Britain’s Waterways The UK's extensive network of canals and...
Choosing the Perfect Boat for Your Group with Floating Holidays in 2024
Finding Your Ideal Canal Boat with Floating Holidays to set sail on your perfect boat!Consider...
Boating Safely with Kids: 9 Essential Tips
Before untying from the dock, have a safety briefing with the entire crew, kids included. Use simple language to explain the rules of the boat, like staying seated while the boat is in motion, not leaning over the edges, and the importance of keeping aisles clear. For those navigating the narrow spaces of canal boats, remind kids to be cautious when moving around to prevent slips or falls.
The Joy of Boating: Embracing Ratty’s Philosophy from 1908
“Believe me, my young friend, there is nothing – absolutely nothing – half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.”
– Ratty, a philosopher