Komet Canal Boats

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  • Adults-only narrowboat in a marina off the Shropshire Union Canal
  • Nantwich 15 minutes’ drive; Cholmondeley Castle half an hour
  • Licensed marina café; dogs welcome on site
If you’ve ever been tempted by a narrowboat holiday but feel that your barging skills might not be up to the task, Komet Canal Boats offers an excellent alternative, since it doesn’t need any steering – it's safely moored in the Shropshire Union Canal-adjacent Aqueduct Marina and Caravan Park. And another excellent thing about this boat stay? It’s adults-only, so you and your beloved can get some quality time together, or finally complete a book or a project without interruptions. Well, without interruptions from kids, since your dog (who is welcome to join you on board) will still need regular walks… The marina, in a fairly isolated spot in the middle of farmland, is easily accessed via the B5074 road, which also takes you into Nantwich (15 minutes’ drive), with its shops and restaurants. There’s a country pub a five-minute drive away. In addition, the marina’s Waterfront Café is licensed and open seven days a week (from morning to late afternoon), serving full English breakfasts and simple meals like jacket potatoes, sandwiches and burgers.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Open all year
Opens
Please note

Safety

  • Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.

Occupancy

  • Group bookings of 2 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Admission

  • Guests under the age of 20 are not allowed on site.

Languages spoken

English

French

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What customers say

A chill stay on well-equipped boats, with comfy beds and wildlife spotting a hit. Honesty bar's a bonus. Weak TV/phone signals noted, but decent WiFi near the cafe. Marina cafe hours confused one guest. Highly recommend for a peaceful escape.

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Would thoroughly recommend

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Spirit of St Louis 1 bedroom marina berth, slip, mooring (pet friendly)

Liked Loved everything really. So peaceful on board. There was almost every amenity you could wish for to make it a relaxing stay. The signal for TV was weak but when we put a pair of my shoes against the aerial it worked fine. Phone signal bad but got decent wifi by cafe so again no problem.
Lovely sitting out listening and watching the wildlife, including swallows and a heron as well as the swans and ducks. Dogs allowed on the Spirit of St Louis too.

Disliked Having to go home

Recommend to friends Visit again

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Komet 1 bedroom marina berth, slip, mooring (no pets)

Liked Everything

Disliked Nothing to do with Komet but the marina cafe needs to be clearer with opening times.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Magical stay. Sunset and swans.

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Komet 1 bedroom marina berth, slip, mooring (no pets)

Liked Loved our stay here. The boat was very comfortable. Even in the extreme heat, we opened the back deck door and the front door and there was a lovely cool air flow through. The boat was really well equipped with everything you could possibly need. The honesty bar was a real bonus, we loved sitting out on the back deck with a glass of wine, watching the sunset and the swans float by. Had a great nights sleep in the lovely comfortable bed.

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site cafe On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Local produce Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Accessible parking at site Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac

Nearby leisure

Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Komet Canal Boats

Aqueduct Marina

Church Minshull

Nantwich

Cheshire

England

CW5 6DX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.12396°N
2.50936°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.3 km Bus Station
6.2 km Bus Station
22.9 km Bus Station
Rail
6.4 km Crewe Rail Station
6.7 km Nantwich Rail Station
7.5 km Winsford Rail Station
Ferry
45 km Woodside Birkenhead Ferry Terminal
45.1 km Liverpool Pier Head Ferry Terminal
45.3 km Liverpool Isle of Man & Dublin Terminal
Airport
30.8 km Manchester Airport
30.8 km Manchester Airport Terminal 3
30.9 km Manchester Airport Terminal 1

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Attractions and activities nearby include: - Nantwich (half-timbered buildings, local history museum): 15 minutes’ drive - Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker: 20 minutes - Crewe (Crewe Heritage Centre, Bluebell Woods): 25 minutes - Cholmondeley Castle: half an hour - Beeston Castle: half an hour - The Dorothy Clive Garden: half an hour - National Trust - Little Moreton Hall: 40 minutes - Marbury Country Park: 45 minutes - Chester (Roman ruins, Eastgate Clock, Chester Zoo): 50 minutes - Arley Hall & Gardens: 55 minutes.

Must see

Anderton Boat Lift - Lift Trips 15.2 km

Delamere Forest 16.2 km

Little Moreton Hall & Gardens (NT) 17.2 km

Arley Hall & Gardens 22.3 km

Royal Stafford 22.5 km

National Trust

Biddulph Grange Garden 23.1 km

Nether Alderley Mill 25.2 km

Hare Hill 28.2 km

Speke Hall, Garden and Estate 33.9 km

Lyme Park 39.6 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Aston juxta Mondrum - Shropshire Union Canal - Barbridge 2 km

QUEEN'S PARK, CREWE 4.1 km

Battle of Nantwich, 1644 5.6 km

Acton - Stoneley Green - Swanley - Acton 6.3 km

DORFOLD HALL 6.9 km

Local events

  • Creamfields (Thursday, 27 August 2026 – Thursday, 27 August 2026)

    Warrington, England 24.8 km

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Komet Canal Boats have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Komet Canal Boats dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Komet Canal Boats? Attractions and activities nearby include: - Nantwich (half-timbered buildings, local history museum): 15 minutes’ drive - Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker: 20 minutes - Crewe (Crewe Heritage Centre, Bluebell Woods): 25 minutes … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Komet Canal Boats?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Komet Canal Boats? From $172.08 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.