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Blue Otter Boats offers bespoke self-drive holidays for 3 nights or more. Explore England's canal ne

Blue Otter Skipton offers bespoke narrowboat hire on the picturesque canals of Yorkshire and Warwickshire. Enjoy self-drive cruises, private charters, or static stays in our luxury narrowboats. We provide full boat-handling training and high-end interiors for a unique canal holiday experience. Explore serene waterways and charming landscapes with Blue Otter Boats, part of Hoseasons' premium Starboard collection, ensuring quality and comfort for your journey.

11/11/2026

🦦 And that’s a wrap for 2026! 🍂🚤

Our final guests of the season, Hannah and Lee (and Narla the dog 🐾), have returned from their autumn adventure, leaving us one last lovely entry in our guestbook.

“A nice and peaceful break from the busy world going slow on the canal.”

We couldn’t have put it better ourselves. ❤️

From winding holes and swing bridges to learning the ropes at their first lock, they’ve enjoyed a proper canal adventure, with beautiful photographs and memories to take home.

And now it’s time to put Blue Otter to bed for the winter. After another wonderful season exploring the Leeds & Liverpool Canal, she’ll be resting until March, when we welcome our first guests back aboard for an Easter cruising holiday.

To everyone who cruised with us in 2026, thank you for choosing Blue Otter, for sharing your adventures and for filling our guestbook with such lovely memories.

Here’s to slowing down, discovering new places and making more memories on the water in 2027. 💙

Our 2027 calendar is already filling up, so if a peaceful escape from the busy world sounds appealing, now’s a lovely time to plan your own adventure.

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10/11/2026

🌅 And just like that… another perfect ending to a day on the canal.

From misty mornings to golden sunsets, November has been putting on quite a show for our final guests of the season. 🍂

Blue Otter moored up, the Yorkshire countryside bathed in the last rays of sunshine, and absolutely nowhere else you need to be.

It’s moments like these that remind us why we love life on the water. 💙🦦

As our 2026 cruising season draws to a close, we’re already looking forward to sharing more of these moments in 2027.

Fancy a sunset like this? Our 2027 bookings are open! 🚤

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10/11/2026

🌫️ Misty mornings and a little canal magic… 🦢

There’s something rather special about waking up aboard a narrowboat in November.

A blanket of mist drifting across the water, swans gliding past, the dog enjoying an early morning sniff around, and Blue Otter tucked up along the towpath.

No rush. No traffic. Just the peaceful rhythm of life on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. 💙

Our final guests of the 2026 season are certainly enjoying some beautiful autumn moments!

Could you picture yourself waking up here? 🍂

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10/11/2026

🍂 Autumn magic on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal! 🍁

Some sights are worth putting on your bucket list… and the beautiful double bridge at East Marton was on this week’s guests’ list of must-sees!

With golden autumn leaves, mirror-like reflections and a little November sunshine, it certainly didn’t disappoint. 🍃☀️

One of the many reasons we love cruising this stretch of the canal. Sometimes the journey really is as special as the destination. 💙🦦

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08/11/2026

A little lock training for Lee and Hannah today, following a rather magical first night aboard Blue Otter! 🦦🚤

Their first evening on the canal began with a colourful sunset, gave way to Bonfire Night fireworks 🎆 and ended with a peaceful night on the water. This morning, they woke to a blanket of low-lying mist drifting across the canal. 🌅

With mild weather forecast for the week ahead, they’re hoping for more spectacular sunsets, misty mornings and plenty of memorable moments along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.

Happy cruising, Lee and Hannah! 🍂💙

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06/11/2026

🍂 One last cruise before we call it a season! 🚤

Tomorrow we welcome our final guests of 2026 aboard Blue Otter, bringing another wonderful cruising season to a close.

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who chose to explore the beautiful Leeds & Liverpool Canal with us this year, setting off from our hometown of Skipton. 💙

From first-time boaters to seasoned cruisers, four-legged companions to returning guests, it’s been a pleasure helping you make memories on the water.

And it seems the word is spreading… almost half of our 2027 season is already booked! 🎉

So, if a little slow travel, Yorkshire scenery and life at 4mph sounds like your kind of holiday, we’d recommend securing your preferred dates sooner rather than later.

💙 Book your 2027 Blue Otter adventure with just a £60 deposit through our dedicated booking partner, Hoseasons.

Here’s to one final autumn adventure and many more memories to come in 2027!

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29/10/2026

New crew aboard Blue Otter! 🚤

Our latest guests have set off on a four-night autumn adventure along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.

Experienced narrowboaters themselves, they’ve brought along two new recruits to introduce them to the joys of life on the water. And judging by the smiles on day one, we suspect we’ve got a couple of future boaters in the making! 😍

Happy cruising, everyone! 🍁

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24/10/2026

🍂 Autumnal vibes from Skipton! 🍁

Saturdays are market days, and there’s always a lovely buzz around our hometown!

Whether you’re just setting off on your Blue Otter cruising holiday or already enjoying life in the slow lane, Skipton is always worth a day of exploring.

From bustling market stalls and independent shops to cosy cafés, historic streets and canalside strolls, there’s plenty to discover.

And with autumn colours adding a little extra magic, it’s a wonderful time to visit. 🍁🚤

Your town to explore. Your boat to come home to. 💙

20/10/2026

🍂 Autumn colours, canal reflections and a Blue Otter waiting

What’s not to love about Skipton at this time of year?

leaves, crisp Yorkshire air, ducks for company and the promise of a cosy escape on the water.

And while we’re enjoying the last of autumn’s colours, we’re already dreaming of adventures in 2027! 🚤

Whether you’re a first-time boater or a seasoned canal explorer, why not make next year the year you discover the Yorkshire waterways aboard Blue Otter?

📅 2027 bookings are open! Your next adventure starts here.

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Skipton

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 5:30pm
Thursday	10am - 5:30pm
Friday	10am - 5:30pm
Saturday	10am - 5:30pm
Sunday	10am - 5:30pm

Website

https://blueotterboats.com/

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