Guide To Kennet & Avon Trust – Bradford on Avon

An interesting day spent on the Kennet & Avon Canal. The volunteers on the boat were very knowledgeable and interesting. The trip was particularly challenging as a tree had fallen into the canal and our way was blocked, and another boat had got stuck trying to turn round. All in a day’s work!

What an absolutely wonderful afternoon. Guests from South Africa had an experience they will never forget. The staff were so friendly (and patient with our rather boisterous group!). They loved every minute of it. With all their international travel, none had ever been on a canal boat, a canal, through a lock. They thoroughly enjoyed it and would never have considered doing it on their own.. but were very grateful that they were taken. Thank you all for a fabulous trip!

Had a great trip 27.07.24 from Bradford on Avon to the aqueduct at Avoncliff. All of the volunteers are very experienced & knowledgeable. Refreshments & snacks can be purchased on board at a reasonable price, while you enjoy a few hours of peaceful floating down the canal. You get the chance to hop of if you want to walk across the viaduct or stay on board & float peacefully across before turning around & coming back, plus you go through a lock. I have also taken my grandchildren on these trips, everything is perfectly safe for young ones, look out for their special trips. If you have a few hours & want to get away from the crowds can definitely recommend.

An excellent afternoon trip which was very relaxing and great value for money. The staff were very helpful and answered any questions we had. The on-board refreshments were very good value for money. Would recommend to anyone. Thank you for such a fantastic boat trip.

Our party of three had the most enjoyable afternoon on Barbara mclellan barge on Sunday 7th April. The skipper, and crew were amazing. They were reassuring, friendly, knowledgeable and very professional. We had great company with the other guests. The trip was relaxing, interesting and great fun. It exceeded all our expectations. Thank you so much, we will return.