Alvechurch Marina is at the heart of an extremely varied canal network with a selection of routes around the Midlands. Local to Alvechurch marina is the impressive 30-lock Tardebigge Flight. This is the longest flight of locks in the UK, and leads down to Worcester and the River Severn. On-site of the Alvechurch marina is the multi-award-winning Weighbridge pub, serving food and a great selection of real ales.
Phone: 0121 445 1133
Phone to book: 0330 3330 590 (Free UK calls)
Address: Alvechurch Marina,
Scarfield Wharf,
Worcestershire, B48 7SQ
Berths: 2-12
Alvechurch Marina offers a variety of routes suitable for every occasion, from lock free weekend breaks into Birmingham, England to hearty fortnight excursions around the gorgeous Warwickshire Ring.Alvechurch Canal Boat HireThere are over 19 boats at Alvechurch marina across 12 classes, all hand crafted by our expert boat builders on-site. We have 45ft boats available for 2 to 4 people, right up to 70ft boats, capable of accommodating up to 12 people - meaning there really is something for everyone. THE WEIGHBRIDGE On-site within Alvechurch marina is the multi award winning Weighbridge pub, which boasts a fine selection of drinks along with freshly prepared hot and cold food. |
BY ROADGet onto the the M42 and exit at Junction 2. Take the A441 towards Birmingham for 1/2 mile. At the mini-roundabout take the 1st exit for 1 mile. At the mini-roundabout go straight on (slightly to left), 2nd exit. Pass under the motorway and continue into the village for 1/2 mile, then straight across the 2 mini-roundabouts. Immediately after the pedestrian traffic lights turn right and then follow the brown marina sign towards the marina. FROM AIRPORTSFrom Birmingham International Airport |
BY RAILTake a train to Birmingham New Street station. At Birmingham New Street, change trains to the local service to Redditch. Alvechurch is an unmanned station which is the last stop before Redditch. The marina is only about 300 metres from the station. WHAT 3 WORDS///owls.congratulations.fuels USEFUL LINKSHere are some useful resources for information regarding Alvechurch Marina. |
The Droitwich Canals can be cruised as part of The Stourport Ring, or as a leisurely return routeby travelling down through the Tardebiugge flight to Hanbury and then turning right onto the Droitwich Canal.
MORE INFORMATIONA route which takes in the whole of the Worcester & Birmingham Canal and parts of the River Severn, the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal and the Birmingham Canal Navigations.
MORE INFORMATIONThis route travels from sleepy Alvechurch along tranquil canal-miles right into the heart of England's proudest Shakespearian territory. With the bard snatching the eye of any tourist crowds, your cruise along the canal is a secret chance to also spot wildlife, linger in canalside beer gardens, and soak up the best of both worlds.
MORE INFORMATIONThis is an energetic route that takes in Worcester, Tewkesbury, Evesham and Stratford-upon-Avon, and is a great route to explore the history of the Heart of England.
MORE INFORMATIONA route with a mix of rural and urban, it takes in parts of the Worcester & Birmingham Canal, Birmingham Canal Navigations, Birmingham & Fazeley Canal, Coventry Canal, Trent & Mersey Canal and Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal. The Ring from Alvechurch includes five tunnels (two of them twice!), several aqueducts, and 79 locks - can be done in 7 nights or a more relaxing 14 nights.
MORE INFORMATIONA 100 mile contrasting route of scenery and canal architecture. It includes the northern Grand Union, north Oxford, Birmingham and Fazeley and Coventry.
MORE INFORMATIONThis route travels into the heart of cosmopolitan Birmingham, with the contrast of country miles and city sightseeing. A chance to spot wildlife, linger in canalside beer gardens, and even sneak a visit to a chocolate factory.
MORE INFORMATIONThis Ring takes in parts of the Worcester & Birmingham Canal, the Birmingham Canal Navigations, the Grand Union Canal and the Stratford Canal. The route from Alvechurch includes several aqueducts, 4 tunnels (one twice!) and 49 locks - can be done in 4 nights.
MORE INFORMATIONA seriously relaxing journey through sleepy villages, a host of idyllic reservoirs, an amazingly long tunnel and historic locks and bridges oozing with stories. Passing from Worcestershire with Birmingham hiding in the distance, your cruise drifts into Warwickshire, with wildlife and nature trampling every boundary.
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