3 nights to Horbury bridge

Looking for a short canal boat hire Leeds? This trip is perfect.

It combines the lock light river sections and electric locks of the Aire and Calder Navigation with a few Manual locks on the Calder and Hebble Navigation.

Starting your canal boat hire Leeds at Castleton Mills will only be the beginning of your journey. From there you’ll take your narrowboat out through Yorkshire, passing through the old coal mines which are now nature reserves, this part of Yorkshire is not traditionally known for its beauty but by water it certainly is. Plenty to see and do including a stop at the Hepworth Art Gallery in Wakefield and a short trip away from the water to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park.

Fancy something longer? Check out our guide to 10 nights on the water, from Leeds to Hebden Bridge.