The Leeming Flyer

The Leeming Flyer Discover the beauty of Cheshire on our RAF community-run canal boat 🛥️ Book your trip with us today and experience the Leeming Flyer for yourself!

Welcome to the Leeming Flyer, a narrowboat owned by RAF Leeming that is available for rental at Bartington Wharf, Cheshire. Our boat is moored on the Cheshire Ring, which offers stunning views and charming pubs along the way. This trip is a manageable five hours per day and takes you through various canals and countryside. Our boat is brand new and in excellent condition, offering a comfortable 6-

berth set-up with 1 double bed and 2 double sofa beds in the dining room area, complete with bedding. The bathroom has a spacious and hot shower, while the fully functioning kitchen includes an oven/grill, gas hob, microwave, and kettle, with all the essentials on board. The living room area is spacious and comfortable, with a television with freeview for entertainment. Whether you're an experienced boater or a first-timer, we provide full training upon arrival, and our marina staff are always ready to assist. We are a not-for-profit rental service, and our aim is to provide an affordable and enjoyable opportunity for forces personnel, their friends, and family to relax onboard this lovely boat. Explore the historic city of Chester, visit the boat museum at Ellesmere Port, and take in the breathtaking views of the Cheshire countryside.

11/09/2024

Apologies to all our customers and anyone who has expressed interest,in hiring the Flyer however, due to financial constraints and ongoing issues with the boat a decision was made that it would be beneficial to sell the boat and put the money towards a different welfare facility. Thank you to the loyal customers who have hired the boat over the last few years. We do hope to return with something new and exciting for you all to hire in the near future.

Kind Regards

The Leeming Flyer Committee

05/09/2023

🚨🚨 Last minute holiday 🚨🚨

Ever fancied a last minute holiday?

Cancellation -
**** Sep 25th - Sep 29th****

Inquire now for further details!

[email protected]

16/08/2023

🚨🚨 Last minute holiday 🚨🚨

Ever fancied a last minute holiday?

Cancellation -
**** Aug 26th - sep 2nd****

Inquire now for further details!

[email protected]

Recent photos of some happy customers enjoying their time on The Leeming Flyer.
27/04/2023

Recent photos of some happy customers enjoying their time on The Leeming Flyer.

🚨🚨 Last minute holiday 🚨🚨Ever fancied a last minute holiday? Cancellations - ****May 13th - 20th********May 20th - 27th*...
20/04/2023

🚨🚨 Last minute holiday 🚨🚨

Ever fancied a last minute holiday?

Cancellations -
****May 13th - 20th****

****May 20th - 27th****

Inquire now for further details!

[email protected]

Looking for a unique getaway this spring or summer? Why not book a trip on our community-run 6-berth canal boat in Chesh...
30/03/2023

Looking for a unique getaway this spring or summer?

Why not book a trip on our community-run 6-berth canal boat in Cheshire! We currently have availability from 15th to 22nd April, 29th to 6th May, and 13th to 20th May, all for the amazing price of £750. Plus, if you're looking to travel later in the season, we also have availability from 17th to 24th June, 24th to the 1st July, 8th to 15th July, 15th to the 22nd July, and 26th to 2nd September, all for just £850.

But that's not all – by booking your holiday with us, you'll be supporting a great cause. All profits from bookings made on our canal boat are donated to the Junior Ranks Welfare Fund.

Not only will you be supporting a great cause by booking your holiday with us, but you'll also be saving money! Other facilities can cost up to £2,000 for a week-long stay, but with our community-run canal boat, you can enjoy the same experience for a fraction of the price. So, book your trip today and enjoy a unique holiday that won't break the bank!

With stunning scenery, peaceful waterways, and the satisfaction of knowing that your holiday is making a difference, what are you waiting for?
Book your trip today via
[email protected]

⚓️The Flyer is still available for 2023⚓️11th to 18th March18th to 25th March25th March to 1st April15th to 22nd April29...
10/02/2023

⚓️The Flyer is still available for 2023⚓️

11th to 18th March
18th to 25th March
25th March to 1st April
15th to 22nd April
29th April to 6th May
13th to 20th May
20th to 27th May
3rd to 10th June
17th to 24th June
24th June to 1st July
1st to 8th July
8th to 15th July
15th to 22nd July
29th July to 5th Aug
26th Aug to 2nd Sep

Inquire now for further details –
[email protected]

26/09/2022

🚨🚨🚨We are now taking bookings for the 2023 season from RAF Leeming Personnel!🚨🚨🚨

If you’ve ever fancied hiring a narrowboat for a short break, then consider hiring the Leeming Flyer, a contact house on water available at reduced fees for MOD personnel.

Based at Acton Bridge Marina on the Cheshire Ring, the Leeming Flyer is a 6-birth (3 double beds) narrowboat. It has central heating, a kitchen, dining room, lounge with TV and bathroom with shower.

The Cheshire Ring provides a range of scenery from the gentle rolling plains of the Cheshire countryside to the peaks of the Peak District National Park. There is a variety of canal features en-route including locks, aqueducts, and tunnels. District views fill your route as you follow part of the historic silk trail and, in contrast, you visit the heart of Manchester through its secret waterway backdoor.

It is made up of 3 canals: the Macclesfield Canal running through Congleton and Macclesfield, the Trent and Mersey through Middlewich and Wheelock and the Bridgewater Canal through Lymm in the North. The Shropshire Union Canal also skirts Chester's City Walls where you can explore 2000 years of history. Why not explore one of the many towns and villages en-route or take a trip to see Anderton Boat Lift, an incredible site perched on the banks of the River Weaver.

No previous experience is required - lessons on how to manoeuvre the boat and canal etiquette are given upon arrival at the marina, including a full walk-through of the boat and its facilities.

Surplus from hire fees will go towards a refurb fund for the boat and the RAF Leeming Junior Ranks Welfare Fund.

For details and requests email [email protected]

16/09/2022

🚨🚨 Last minute holiday 🚨🚨

Cancellations -
****October 15th - 22nd****

Half term week October 22nd - 29th

Inquire now for further details!

[email protected]

01/08/2022

🚨🚨🚨Last minute availability alert! 🚨🚨🚨

Fancy a last minute holiday?
We have availability for the 6th to the 13th of August!

Inquire now for further details!

[email protected]

09/05/2022

The Leeming Flyer has availability this year after some cancellations.
Dates are as follows:
22-28 May 22
11-18 Jun 22
16-23 Jul 22
15-22 Oct 22.

Please get in touch via the email address to book.
Many thanks

🚨🚨2022 Availability 🚨🚨Only one week available to hire the Flyer.7th - 14th MayFor further information or to reserve your...
16/03/2022

🚨🚨2022 Availability 🚨🚨

Only one week available to hire the Flyer.

7th - 14th May

For further information or to reserve your slot, contact the Leeming Flyer on
[email protected]

Address

Coleman Canal Boat Services, Black Prince Holidays, Bartington Wharf, Warrington Road
Northwich
CW84QU

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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