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If you've ever thought of taking a canal boating holiday, but wanted to know more, read on!
Drifters is the flagship organisation for narrowboat holidays in Britain. Comprising the very best independent boat hire fleets, and working in partnership with British Waterways, the Drifters brand represents the most respected names on the inland waterways, with nearly 500 boats to choose from. There are over 2000 miles of waterways for you to discover with Drifters. All at your own pace, and you don't need to be an expert.

We're here to offer you friendly, helpful advice and give you the best choice of boats.  
Never been on a canal boat holiday before? Click here for more information .
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All this is brought to you by Drifters,
a consortium of the country's leading independent boating holiday companies.

5 Reasons to choose a holiday with Drifters

Regional Tourist Board Gold & Silver award winning companies.

All our boats have been inspected and graded, either by VisitBritain or under the Drifters self assessed quality scheme which uses the same criteria. The details of each Drifters boat explain which scheme has been used. Click here for details

Nearly 500 boats available from 35 holiday centres throughout England, Wales and Scotland.

All of our personnel are accredited by the British Marine Federation for Hire Boat Instruction & Handover Procedures, so you will be in safe hands! Click here for Handover scheme details.

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If you've been boating in the past, and aren't sure whether it would be fun to try again, then its is time to look at the boats we offer - they're right up to date and very easy to use. The waterways too have changed for the better - the towpaths are easier to walk, the channel is in better condition and new canals have opened up. There are also lots of exciting new developments and attractions accessible from the waterways.

We've got a great range of modern boats that we're very proud of. Drifters members are the biggest investors in new boats on the inland waterways. And there is an ever-increasing range of places you can cruise on our boats as we open up new bases.
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