A CANAL boat hire company near Whitchurch has published guides for days out boating on the Llangollen Canal.

Anglo Welsh published the guides which will provide details of the locks, tunnels, aqueducts and bridges day boat hirers will meet along the way, as well as pubs and places to visit.

The company offers day boat hire from Whixall Marina.

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Anglo Welsh reservations manager, Emma Lovell said: "Our day boats offer the chance to enjoy a great day out with family and friends, exploring the beautiful Llangollen Canal. 

"Don’t worry if you are a newcomer to boating.

"Full tuition is included, so we’ll show you the ropes before you set off. 

"If you’ve ever fancied taking a canal boat holiday, but want to experience what it’s like, our day boats offer a great way to dip your toe in the water.

"All our day boats are equipped with the facilities you need for a day afloat, cutlery, crockery, a kettle, cooker, fridge and toilet. 

"So you can plan a picnic afloat along the way, or stop off at a canalside pub for lunch.

"There’s indoor and outdoor seating on all our day boats, so whatever the weather, you can enjoy the ever-changing view."

The guide mentions that tourists can get to visit Whitchurch and Ellesmere via the canal.

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It said: "On a day afloat from Whixall on the Prees Branch of the Llangollen Canal, boaters can reach the historic market town of Whitchurch.  

"The lock-free journey, which takes around two-and-a-half hours, passes the Hadley Farm Café along the way."

It added: "From Whixall, it takes around three hours to reach the historic market town of Ellesmere, in the heart of the Shropshire Lake District. "The lock-free route passes Cole Mere and takes you through Ellesmere Tunnel."

For more information about Anglo Welsh’s holidays, go to www.anglowelsh.co.uk or call the bookings team on 0117 304 1122.