Waterways Activities

Life on the canal, together

At Ash Tree Boat Club, our members enjoy a full calendar of cruising and social events throughout the year, bringing boaters together for fun, friendship, and time well spent on the water.

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🚤 Valentine’s Cruise to Bishton

We kick off the cruising season around late February with a relaxed trip to Bishton on the Trent & Mersey Canal. It’s a gentle two-hour cruise, just enough to dust off the cobwebs, followed by a BBQ, bonfire, and a chance to reconnect with fellow members.

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🐣 Easter Bonnet Cruise

A favourite in the club calendar, our Easter Cruise spans the long weekend and heads to a various destinations. Past stops have included Weston, Salt, Branston, Whittington and Alrewas, all easy cruising spots perfect for a laid-back getaway. Put on your best Easter bonnet and get into the spirit!

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⚓ Commodore’s Cruise

This week-long Spring Bank Holiday adventure sees us travelling further afield. From the Ashby Canal to Stourport, Gas Street Basin to Whaley Bridge, every year brings a new journey to enjoy together. Some members even extend the trip, exploring the River Nene, Kennet & Avon, Liverpool Link etc.

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🎃 Halloween Cruise

Our spookiest weekend of the year, the Halloween Cruise is a fun-filled autumn adventure packed with seasonal spirit. Setting off for a weekend getaway on the water, members cruise together to a chosen destination where the fun continues with costumes, decorations, themed games, and plenty of laughs along the way.

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🤝 Club Rallies & Visiting Other Clubs

We regularly attend boating rallies and gatherings hosted by other clubs, giving us the chance to connect with like-minded boaters and take part in classic inter-club games. It’s all good fun, with a touch of friendly rivalry.

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Ready to Join the Fun?

Whether you're here for the weekend cruises, social events, or longer adventures, there’s always something happening at Ash Tree Boat Club.