Braunston Historic Narrowboat Rally 2027

Up to 80 historic working narrowboats gather at Braunston Marina for grand parades through the marina and along the Grand Union Canal, with steam and vintage engines, canal craft demonstrations and live music. The marina plans to hold the 2027 rally on its usual last weekend of June, and the Friends of President hope the restored 1909 steam narrowboat President will lead the opening parade with Pete Waterman aboard.

What’s on

• Grand parades of historic working boats
• Hoped-for return of steam narrowboat President
• Steam and vintage engines
• Canal craft demonstrations

Date shown is the organiser’s announced or expected date. Always check the official site before travelling a long way.