England, scotland, wales self-drive boats

England and Wales provide distinctive waterways on which to explore a diverse and lovely countryside, separating historic towns and castles recalling the legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. The canals were built to provide a means of transport for the country’s valuable coal. For practi­cal reasons the locks and canals were built to a breadth no wid­er than 7 feet, which is why the narrow boats, originally pro­pelled by horses plodding along the towpath, were devised. The growing industrial need for coal caused the canals to be spread throughout the countryside which now makes possible a wide variety of itineraries for your narrow-boat holiday.

Stoke Prior is a hopping-off point for tours of the Severn and Avon, through lovely countryside and cities such as Birmingham and Worcester. Stoke-on-Trent has a variety of routes of which the Cheshire Ring and Four Counties Ring are great favorites. Chirk is the starting point for travel on the Llangollen Canal with its breathtaking Pontcysyllte Aqueduct which crosses 120 feet above the Dee Valley. Truly a spectacular engineering feat to be­hold. Acton Bridge is the base for Cheshire and the Anderton Lift. Silsden’s Leeds and Liverpool Canal is the longest in En­gland and the least crowded. The possibilities seem endless.

Along the east coast of England, the Norfolk Broads offer miles of waterways, canals, rivers and lakes which can be trav­elled on the more typical cabin cruisers such as those used in France.

Northwards, in Scotland, similar cruisers are available for travel on the Caledonian Canal between Fort William and Inv­erness, with visits to Loch Ness, historic Urquhart Castle and a stop or two to taste good malt whiskey.

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Camelot cruises

Camelot Cruises offers spectacular dining and unique enter­tainment while cruising the scenic and ever-placid Connecti­cut River. Exciting menus, expert chefs and Camelot’s caring staff make every occasion on Camelot Cruises a unique and magical experience.

Our new 400 passenger luxury cruise ships are climate con­trolled and offer the ideal setting for your special event. Cap­ture the spirit of the moment aboard the brand new Camelot ships.

Camelot Cruise ships are the place where important gather­ings happen. The sophisticated CAMELOT banquet facilities offer fine dining and spectacular accommodations. With live en­tertainment, breathtaking scenery and delightful cuisine, Cam­elot Cruises is the perfect place to take out-of-town guests or for special occasions.

Wedding receptions, business events and social gatherings are a special and unique celebration aboard the Camelot. Whether you are planning for a group of 50 or an event for 400, Camelot Cruises offers an exciting alternative to traditional facilities.

General Cruises

Camelot Cruises presents a unique way to dine, entertain, and sight-see while cruising the placid waters of the Connecti­cut River.

Camelot’s Cruises offers and array of cruises to choose from. Our popular dinner cruises include Murder Mystery Dinner Cruises, New Orleans Dinner Cruises, Oldies Rock & Roll Din­ner/Dance Cruises and other exciting theme cruises. Luncheon Cruises offer the sounds of live entertainment with sumptuous menus and are great for the whole family! For day trips, you can cruise for the day to the picturesque port of Greenport Village, NY, where you can browse the shops and museums and dine in the many restaurants.

Groups rates are available for all of our cruises, and private dining rooms are available for groups of 50 or more.

Camelot’s new 400 passenger cruise ships are climate con­trolled and perfect for any occasion. Fine dining has never been so different and such fun!

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