The Ashby Trip
They run four boats, the 20' rosebud, the 35' Jubilee, the 72' Rose and the 72' Bosworth Lady and the Café Wharfside. Rosebud operates a waterbus service between Sutton Cheney and Shenton, Jubilee operantes one hour trips from Sutton Cheney while Rose and Bosworth Lady operate longer scheduled and chartered cruises. The Café Wharfside houses the café, booking office for all boat trips & gift shop as well as being open for meals until 9pm on some evenings.
Ashby Boat Company
Based in Stoke Golding they operate a fleet of boats available for day, short break and weekly hire.
Ashby Canal Trust
The Ashby Canal Trust was formed to promote the restoration of the Ashby Canal from Snarestone to Moira, bringing together the various authorities and organizations with an interest in the canal.
Moira Furnace
Moira Furnace is one of the best examples of an early 19th Century iron-making blast furnace anywhere in Europe. It was built in 1804 by Francis Rawdon Hastings, the Earl of Moira, to exploit the wealth of coal and iron ore in the area.
Conkers
The award winning attraction at The Heart of the National Forest, a unique mix of indoor and outdoor experiences to keep you and your family engaged for hours. Five miles from Junction 11 on the M42.
The Battlefield Line
Running from Shenton to Shackerstone, this preserved railway operates trains most weekends and also has a small museum at Shackerstone which is open every weekend. Both Shackerstone and Shenton stations are within a few yards of the canal.
Shackerstone Family Festival
Jointly organised by the Ashby Canal Association, The Battlefield Line and Shackerstone village. Held annually over the first weekend in September the festival hosts one of the largest gatherings of historic working boats on the waterways and features displays of vintage vehicles, steam trains and aircraft. Craft stalls, a funfair, children's entertainers and a real ale bar add to the atmosphere of this hugely popular event.
The Inland Waterways Association
The IWA promotes the conservation use maintenance and development of the inland waterways of the British Isles through lobbying, consultation, giving advice, organising and providing manpower for projects, fund raising and giving financial aid.
Waterscape
Britain's official guide to canals, rivers and lakes.
Inclusion of links on this page is purely for your convenience and does not constitute an endorsement by the ACA.
The Locals' Guide to the Ashby Canal compiled by Douglas E. Maas, Inland Waterways Books.
Packed with useful information it is an excellent guide book for walkers, boaters and anyone with an interest in the history of the canal. It is available from our sales team and selected canal-side outlets or from Ashby Tourist Information Centre. Profits go to the Restoration and Development fund.
The Ashby Canal Centre, Willow Park, Stoke Golding, Nuneaton, Warks, CV13 6EU
A marina that also offers moorings, slipway and boat safety examinations. Contact Nigel on 01455 212636 or by email: nigel@ashbycanalcentre.co.uk Also see: www.ashbycanalcentre.co.uk
Andrew Hill - Registered Boat Safety Examiner
Qualified diesel mechanic, hull and stern gear work undertaken. 07870 633730
River Canal Rescue Limited
Breakdown assistance and recovery service for boat owners. Discounts for ACA members.
Trinity Marinas
Situated on the outskirts of Hinckley, this new marina complex includes a bar, restaurant, shop and conference facilities.
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