Home to a family of specialist boating businesses
Based in Middlewich, Cheshire, the Middlewich Canal Centre is home to a family of businesses covering many aspects of life on the waterways.
From building a brand-new narrowboat or widebeam to buying a pre-owned boat, becoming a shared owner or keeping your existing boat in great condition, our businesses offer a range of specialist services for canal boat owners and enthusiasts.
BUILD.
Looking for a new narrowboat or widebeam? Our boatbuilding businesses create boats in a range of styles and specifications, from established layouts to bespoke designs.
BUY & SELL.
Looking to buy a pre-owned boat or sell your own? Boatfinder Brokerage specialises in buying and selling boats on the inland waterways, regardless of who built them.
SHARE.
Want to enjoy canal boating without owning an entire boat? Carefree Cruising offers shared ownership, giving you the opportunity to own a share of a fully managed narrowboat.
MAINTAIN.
From blacking and servicing to repairs and general maintenance, Middlewich Narrowboat Services provides a range of services to help keep boats in good condition.
While each company has its own specialist role, together they provide a broad range of services for people who enjoy life on the UK's inland waterways.
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