# Canal Cruising Narrow Boats, Stone, Staffordshire Canal boats based near Stone, sleeping up to 28 for adventures on the canals of Staffordshire, dog friendly and great fun for hen or stag weekends ## At a Glance - Sleeps 6 - 28 - 14 bedrooms - Dining for 8 ## Images - Total images stored: 32 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-CCpromo1web.jpg - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-IMG_00681.jpg - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_1973.jpeg - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_6144.jpg - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_6143.jpg - 6. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_6141.jpg - 7. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-IMG_1983.jpeg - 8. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-IMG_2773.jpg - 9. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-IMGP0024-2.jpg - 10. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-IMGP0016.jpg - 11. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-IMGP0557.jpg - 12. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_1971.jpeg - 13. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_1965.jpeg - 14. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_1966.jpeg - 15. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_1958.jpeg - 16. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_1959.jpeg - 17. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_1945.jpeg - 18. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_1961.jpeg - 19. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_1967.jpeg - 20. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-lillian-bathroom.jpg - 21. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_1960.jpeg - 22. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-Lillian-IMG_1972.jpeg - 23. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-PICT0117.jpg - 24. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-PICTURES-FOR-WEB-SITE-029.jpg - 25. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-SAM_0516.jpg - 26. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-IMG_1986.jpeg - 27. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-SANY0209.jpg - 28. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-IMG_2938.jpg - 29. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-IMGP0025.jpg - 30. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-IMG_0099.jpg - 31. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-SANY0370.jpg - 32. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-YARD2.jpg ## Floor Plans - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-four-counties-ring.jpg - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Canal-Cruising-LEEK-TO-FROGHALL.jpg ## About The Property Available between end March and end October. Planning a group getaway, family celebration, reunion, stag weekend or hen break? Why not hire 2 or more of our spacious narrowboats and enjoy a unique adventure together on the beautiful canals of Staffordshire. Never driven a canal boat before? No problem. Our friendly team will provide full tuition before you set off, including hands on guidance for steering, handling the boat and working through the locks. You'll soon be cruising with confidence and making fantastic memories. Cruising as a flotilla means you can spend your days exploring together, meeting up at waterside pubs, cafes and beauty spots along the way. From our marina you have access to 4 fantastic canals, each offering its own character, scenery and plenty of welcoming pubs to discover. Stop for a leisurely lunch, enjoy an evening meal by the canal or simply relax with a drink while watching the other boats go by. Our larger boats are: Elinor and Lillian, each sleeping 8 Olivia and Martha, each sleeping 6 Other smaller boats are available with a total of 14 boats sleeping up to max 62. Our larger boats offer comfortable living areas perfect for relaxing after a day on the water. With roomy lounges, well equipped kitchens, flexible sleeping arrangements and modern shower rooms, everyone has space to unwind while still enjoying the fun of travelling together. Whether your group prefers double or single berths, our adaptable accommodation makes it easy to suit everyone. A canal boat holiday is all about slowing down, sharing laughs and enjoying quality time together. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for something different, hiring a couple of our larger boats gives your group the freedom to explore at your own pace while enjoying all the comforts of home. With stunning countryside, charming canal villages, great food, friendly pubs and plenty of adventures along the way, it's a group holiday everyone will be talking about long after the journey ends. ## Facilities - **Dog Friendly:** A maximum of 4 dogs per voyage depending on choice of boat, for £20 each. - **Dining Room:** Table to dine on each boat for the number of guests staying. - **Kitchen:** All boats have full sized oven, with 4 ring burner, separate grill and oven compartment big enough to cook a 14lb turkey. Fridge. - **Sitting Room:** Lounge areas with sofa, folding chairs, 2 tables and TV. - **Outdoor:** Deck seating and tow path. - **TV and Music Facilities:** TV, DVD, CD and radio. TV signal can be patchy. - **Bedrooms:** Sleeps 8 have 2 fixed doubles and 2 fixed bunks. Sleeps 6 have 3 doubles or 2 doubles and a twin. - **Bathrooms:** Larger boats have 2 wet/shower rooms and 2 WCs. - **Children's Facilities:** Buoyancy aids issued upon arrival. Family friendly. - **Heating and Open Fires:** Radiators. - **Linen:** Bed linen supplied but towels only for overseas guests. - **Parking:** Ample car parking for all guests at the boatyard. - **Smoking:** No smoking please. ## Rental Rates ### Additional rates | Period | Weekly | 3 Night Weekend | 2 Night Weekend | Midweek per night | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Sleeps 8 prices from | £1925 | - | - | - | | Sleeps 8 high season | £2592 | - | - | - | | Sleeps 6 prices from | £1642 | - | - | - | | Sleeps 6 high season | £2342 | - | - | - | Prices shown in GBP. ## Booking Information - A deposit is required to secure any booking. Short breaks available but please enquire. The 4 largest boats have a Saturday start. - - No gas bottle are to be taken on board. No electrical equipment to be taken on board without checking first with us for suitability with our boat’s electrical supply. ## Availability Please contact the owner for available dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/canal-cruising-narrow-boats-stone-staffordshire#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [UK](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/uk) > [England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/england) > [Heart of England](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/heart-of-england) > [Staffordshire](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/staffordshire) > [Stone](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/stone) ### Address Address: Crown Street, Stone, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST15 8QN, GB Latitude: 52.901803656987 Longitude: -2.1490612 ### About The Area Boatyard is located in Stone, 15 minutes from Stoke on Trent and at the crossroads of the canal network. Conveniently accessible by both road and rail. 15 minutes from Stafford and 50 minutes from Derby. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** Stone near Stoke on Trent. - **Shop:** Stone has a Morrisons and M&S Foodhall for stocking up. - **Food and Drink:** A range of pubs for stop offs along the 4 canals. - **Airport:** Birmingham. - **Train:** Stone. ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: Karen Wyatt - Phone: +44 (0)1785 813 982 - Email: mail@canalcruising.co.uk - Website: https://www.canalcruising.co.uk/