Whether you’re looking to unwind, take in local history, or simply enjoy a different perspective of the town, a cruise on the canal offers a memorable and calming escape.
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Welcome to Newbury, a delightful market town where centuries of history blend seamlessly with vibrant modern life. Nestled in the heart of West Berkshire, Newbury offers visitors a charming mix of independent shops, inviting cafés, historic landmarks, and green, open spaces. The towns picturesque streets, traditional market square, and riverside pathways create an atmosphere that feels both welcoming and full of discovery.
One of the most relaxing ways to experience Newbury is from the water. Step aboard a river cruise along the Kennet & Avon Canal and drift through some of the areas most tranquil scenery. As the boat moves gently between elegant bridges and beautifully maintained locks, youll enjoy views of leafy towpaths, wildlife-rich riverbanks, and stretches of peaceful countryside that feel far removed from the bustle of daily life.
Whether youre looking to unwind, take in local history, or simply enjoy a different perspective of the town, a cruise on the canal offers a memorable and calming escape.
Combining heritage, nature, and slow-paced exploration, Newbury and its river cruises provide a perfect getaway for visitors of all agesan opportunity to relax, reconnect, and discover the charm of West Berkshire at a leisurely pace.
> Adult (16+) £36.00
> Senior (60+) £35.00
> Child (3-15) £30.00
Executive Return Coach Travel and cruise.
08.12- MARLBROOK (MILLER & CARTER)
08.15-LICKEY END (EGO AT THE FOREST)
08.20-ARTRIX ART CENTRE
08.31-ASTON FIELDS (NEW RD SHOPS)
08.38-BROMSGROVE BUS STATION
08.43-BROMSGROVE SCHOOL
08.45-CHARFORD (ROCK HILL)
08.47-STOKE HEATH (STOKE TURN)
08.53-CHEQUERS LN/WORC RD
08.55-WYCHBOLD (MCDONALDS)
See 'Pick-up Points' above for map of exact pick-up locations and times.
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Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address | Times |
|---|---|---|
| Artrix Art Centre | Artrix Art Centre - Bus stop outside Artrix car park, Slideslow Dr, Bromsgrove, B60 1GN | View |
| Aston Fields (New Rd) | Aston Fields - Bus stop outside New Road Shops, 146 New Rd, Aston Fields, B60 2LE | View |
| Bromsgrove (Bus Station) | Bromsgrove Bus Station - Bus Stand 1 Crown Close, Bromsgrove B61 8DA | View |
| Bromsgrove School | Bromsgrove School - Bus stop outside Bromsgrove School - Worcester Road, Bromsgrove B61 7DU | View |
| Charford (Premier Shop) | Charford - Bus stop on Rock Hill by Premier Shop Shop (Opp Fox Lane), B61 7LN | View |
| Chequers Ln/Worcester Rd | Chequers Lane - Bus stop on Worcester Rd after Chequers Ln junction, Wychbold, Droitwich WR9 7PE | View |
| Lickey End - Ego | Lickey End - Bus stop outside Ego at The Forest, 290 Birmingham Road, Lickey End, B61 0EZ | View |
| Marlbrook - Miller&Carter | Marlbrook - Bus stop outside Miller & Carter 462 Birmingham Road, Marlbrook, B61 0HR | View |
| Stoke Heath (Stoke Turn) | Stoke Heath (Stoke Turn) Bus stop at Stoke Turn Worcester Rd, Stoke Heath, Bromsgrove B61 | View |
| Wychbold (McDonald's) | McDonald's - Wychbold Bus stop opposite McDonald's On Worcester Road | View |