Hire & Experience near Lock 1b, City Mill Lock
17 hire & experience businesses found near Lock 1b, City Mill Lock on the St Thomas Creek.
Around Lock 1b, City Mill Lock on the St Thomas Creek, boaters and visitors have 17 hire and experience options. Lock 1 could be the start of your first narrowboat holiday.
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Pedalo
Victoria Park Boat Hire
Moo Canoes
Skuna Hot Tub
GoBoat Rental
Hollowponds Rowboat Hire
Boating Lake Kiosk
The Magical Unicorn Lake
Finsbury Park Boats
Fairlop Waters Boat Hire
Boathouse
Boat Hut
The Boathouse
Boat Hire at Battersea Park
Boat Hire
Crystal Palace Park Boats
Norwood Watersports
Boat hire and experiences on the canals
Hiring a narrowboat is one of the best ways to experience the UK's inland waterways. Most hire companies offer boats for anything from a few hours to a couple of weeks, and no licence is needed. You'll get a full handover covering how to steer, work locks, and handle the boat safely before you set off.
Day boats are perfect for a taster experience, while a week-long hire lets you properly settle into the rhythm of canal life. Popular routes include the Llangollen Canal, the Kennet & Avon, and the Four Counties Ring. Book early for school holidays, as the best boats go quickly.
Beyond traditional hire, some operators offer skippered trips, canal-themed experiences, and even floating restaurant evenings. It's a growing part of the waterways scene and a wonderful way to share the canals with friends and family who might not be confident handling a boat themselves.
About Lock 1b, City Mill Lock for boaters
Lock 1b, City Mill Lock (lock 1) on the St Thomas Creek is a working lock on the inland waterways network.
Nearby services can make a stop here more than just a lock passage.
Check the listings below for moorings, fuel, repairs, and other services that boaters near this lock have found useful.