Canal Holidays Guide to the River Wey

Established as a commercial waterway in 1651, the River Wey was used to transport a variety of goods, including gunpowder used in the Napoleonic Wars.

The National Trust ensures that this lovely waterway is preserved for future generations. Our base on the River Wey (base 54) is in Guildford, an attractive old market town with a castle, cobbled high street, cathedral and theatre. Just 30 miles south-west of London, it's an excellent place to start and finsh your holiday.

The River Wey is linked to the Basingstoke Canal (only suitable for experienced boaters) and the River Thames. In a week it is possible to get to the attractions of the River Thames, including Windsor and Hampton Court before returning to the base. You can even cruise to Oxford in a two week cruise.

The map below is a snapshot from Google Earth. Click on a boat base on the map for more information and possible routes from that base.

Possible Holidays on the Thames Ring

Click on a boat base below for more information and possible routes from that base.

Canal Holidays on the River Wey near Oxford from Base 33
Canal Holidays on the River Wey near Guilford from Base 54

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