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2026
Cruise number: 1
Warwick to Rugby
Duration:
Saturday 4th April to
Wednesday 8th April
for 4 Nights.
Price:
£950 per person
Distance: 28 miles 28 locks,
3 aquaducts.
Cruise Details
As we leave our marina we head east up 22 locks to
the top of the Stockton Flight and some lovely countryside. The canal turns south towards the three locks at Calcutt before heading to Brauston..
2026
Cruise number: 2
Rugby to Stone
Duration:
Thursday 9th April to
Wednesday 15th April
for 6 Nights.
Price:
£1315 per person
Distance: 66 miles, 22 locks,
2 tunnels.
Cruise Details
On leaving Rugby we arrive at Brinklow Stretton Stop with is small swing footbridge. Continuing our trip, we pass under the M6 motorway bridge, where the canal winds in open landscape and beyond Ansty. Then we head to our favourite junction which is Hawkesbury (also known as Sutton Stop).
Welcome to Takara Hotel Boat!
With years of experience in the catering industry, Takara Hotel Boat’s operators, Donna & Vince are looking forward to offering you high standards of service, quality food and a great holiday.
On this holiday you can completely relax watching the countryside pass you by, stroll along the towpath or help with the locks, the pace is up to you. After all, it is your holiday!
Every day afloat brings along new things to do, which is what makes this holiday so special. You can go and explore a local village, try the local ale of a country pub, or just stay on board, reading a book or feeding the swans and ducks.
Whether accompanied or travelling alone, you can rest assured that this will be something to remember!
Read further details about our cruises here and don’t miss the chance to book yours for a perfect 2025!
Cruising on Some of the Best Routes of the Navigable Canals in England and Wales
Enjoy the perfect boating experience with our cruises which cover some of the most beautiful parts of the 2000 miles of navigable canals in England and Wales. These canals flow through unspoiled countryside and offer a different view of canalside villages, towns and cities.
Click here to check out the routes Takara Hotel Boat has prepared for you in 2025.