Marine Cruises narrow boat holiday hire on The Birmingham Mini-Ring Narrowboat Holiday

Week, 10 and two week breaks from Tardebigge

27 hours, 49 locks 45 miles

On a week-long break from Tardebigge, you can complete the Birmingham Mini-Ring narrowboat holiday.

The route through Birmingham Mini-Ring offers boaters industrial heritage sites, historic neighbourhoods and green open spaces. The route offers views of city skylines, urban boating with waterfronts and canalside pubs and cafes.

Approximately 45 miles, passing through 49 locks and taking in sections of the Worcester & Birmingham, Birmingham Main Line and Grand Union canals. Enjoying places such as the historic village of Bournville, home of Cadbury’s chocolate, Gas Street Basin in the centre of Birmingham and a short walk to the bars and restaurants at Brindleyplace; the route offers the impressive flight of 13 locks at Farmers Bridge and Pelsall Common.

An excellent choice for a week-long holiday for narrowboaters wanting to experience a mix of heritage, city life and culture.