pqoc Boat Lenght and Design We are selecting a 58-foot narrowboat after a thorough evaluation of our needs and the requirements of the UK canal network. Here’s why this decision aligns with our plans: Optimal Length: Access to M... 2024 Design 29 Aug 2024 PreBuild Blog
pqoc Tranquil Weekend on Tilly Mint: Cruising to Bath This past weekend, we embarked on a serene cruise aboard Tilly Mint, making the most of a peaceful escape along the Kennet and Avon Canal. Their destination? The historic city of Bath. Setting off fro... 2024 Kennet and Avon Canal 21 Jul 2024 PreBuild Blog
pqoc Day 9: A New Adventure – The Isle of Skye and the Talisker Distillery Though our canal journey had ended, our Scottish adventure was not yet over. On Day 9, we packed up and drove across to the Isle of Skye, ready for a new experience—one that would take us from the wat... 2024 Canadian Canal 13 May 2024 PreBuild Blog
pqoc Day 8: The Journey Back to Laggan – A Reflective Return As our incredible journey on the Caledonian Canal approached its end, we spent Day 8 making our way back to our home base in Laggan. This day was filled with reflection and a sense of accomplishment, ... 2024 Canadian Canal 12 May 2024 PreBuild Blog
pqoc Day 7: Inverness to Fort Augustus – A Castle Visit and a Night by Loch Ness Our journey on the Caledonian Canal took a delightful turn today as we made our way back from Inverness towards Fort Augustus, with a memorable stop at the historic Urquhart Castle. The day ended with... 2024 Canadian Canal 11 May 2024 PreBuild Blog
pqoc Day 6: Fort Augustus to Inverness – Cruising Through the Heart of the Highlands On Day 6 of our Caledonian Canal adventure, we embarked on the final leg of our journey before returning, travelling from Fort Augustus to Inverness. This stretch took us through some of the most brea... 2024 Canadian Canal 10 May 2024 PreBuild Blog
pqoc Day 5: Laggan to Fort Augustus – Navigating the Five Locks to Loch Ness Our journey on the Caledonian Canal took a fascinating turn today as we travelled from Laggan to Fort Augustus, navigating the impressive flight of five locks that lead to the legendary Loch Ness. Thi... 2024 Canadian Canal 9 May 2024 PreBuild Blog
pqoc Day 4: A Rainy Afternoon at the Glenfinnan Viaduct After returning to the La Boat Base Camp on Day 4 of our Caledonian Canal adventure, we found ourselves with a few free hours. The weather, unfortunately, wasn’t on our side, with rain making it less ... 2024 Canadian Canal 8 May 2024 PreBuild Blog
pqoc Day 3: Laggan to Fort William via Loch Lochy – A Day of Scenic Cruising and Local Exploration Today’s journey took us from Laggan to the outskirts of Fort William, with a beautiful passage through Loch Lochy. Our day was a perfect mix of cruising through breathtaking scenery, discovering the h... 2024 Canadian Canal 7 May 2024 PreBuild Blog
pqoc Day 2: Gretna Green to Laggan – The Start of Our Caledonian Canal Adventure Our journey through the Scottish Highlands continues today as we travel from the historic village of Gretna Green to the picturesque Laggan, where our boat awaits to explore the Caledonian Canal. This... 2024 Canadian Canal 6 May 2024 PreBuild Blog
pqoc Driving to Gretna Green First Day of Our Scottish Canal Adventure: From East Sussex to Gretna Green Today marks the beginning of our much-anticipated 12-day holiday, exploring the scenic wonders of Scotland's Caledonian Cana... 2024 Canadian Canal 5 May 2024 PreBuild Blog
pqoc Returning to the Scene of the Crime: A Cautious Decision in Newbury After last weekend’s near disaster aboard Tilly Mint , when we almost sank while mooring up in Newbury, Chris and I decided to return and check on the boat. The plan was simple: assess the water level... 2024 Kennet and Avon Canal 30 Mar 2024 PreBuild Blog
