The Pewsey & return is an ideal
canal boat holidays cruising route
for you to explore.

Starting from the small boating centre of Aldermaston Wharf, cruise west to the picturesque market town of Newbury.

There are some nice pubs at the canalside village of Kintbury before arriving at Hungerford, stop off and visit the numerous antique shops and admire the charming canalscape.

Then it’s on to Great Bedwyn and Crofton Pump Station, home to the world’s oldest working beam engine. Don’t miss the historic conservation village at Wootton Rivers on your way to the traditional village of Pewsey with its beautiful thatched cottages.