Once in a while we all deserve the five star treatment. Moonboats are probably the finest canal boats for hire, not just on the Kennet and Avon, in beautiful Wiltshire and Somerset, but anywhere in the country.

Our canal boat hire fleet, Moonbeam, Medusa and Moondance are traditional style widebeam canal boats with fabulous accommodation - ideal for families or those special occasions where the extra space makes the whole experience even more enjoyable.

At Moonraker we also like to see your narrowboat holiday off to a cracking start with flowers, wine and chocolates on your arrival.

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Moonraker is also able to offer a bespoke service for special occasions, for example a gourmet meal prepared and served to you at a mooring of your choice (subject to access). Imagine the scene on a special anniversary: the water, the moonlight, some favourite music, and a fabulous meal! These do take a fair amount of organisation, and will be priced individually according to your requirements, so do talk to us if you have some special ideas!

If peace and quiet are what you desire, you can moor up miles from anywhere with just the countryside, the wildlife and the sky for company. Or perhaps you'd prefer a pint, a hearty meal and some good conversation at one of the many canal side pubs with your bed just feet away. Maybe a fine restaurant in one of the towns or cities along the canal? The choice is yours.

From the moment you cast off, you're in a different world. You can go where and when you want, at your own pace. The most glorious countryside England has to offer unfolds before you, all the bewildering variety of wildlife is at your fingertips and yet all the comforts of home are right there with you.

There is so much to see and do on a canal holiday and narrowboating is simple. Push the lever forwards to go forwards and backwards to stop or reverse. The tiller controls the left and right bit and that's it! Whether you're an experienced boater or a complete beginner, we will ensure you recieve the correct information and boating tuition before you set off. Even if you've never driven a boat before, after our expert tuition you'll wonder what all the fuss was about!