Llangollen Wharf

Llangollen Wharf is located in Llangollen, Denbighshire, North Wales. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and it offers you the chance to experience a horse-drawn boat trip along the canal.

The boat trips travel through the heart of Llangollen. They run 45-minute or 2-hour trips towards the Horseshoe Falls. Plus motorised aqueduct boat trips. Visitors have been enjoying leisurely trips on the canal for over 100 years. The tradition of horse-powered boats is continued today.

Said to be the most beautiful length of the canal you will ever see. The horse-drawn trip is definitely the most peaceful and relaxing way to see it. You can also book private trips. Their motor boat runs 2-hour public trips across Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. They can offer snacks and light meals onboard which must be ordered in advance.

The Aqueduct is the country’s highest navigable aqueduct and it towers 126 feet (38m) above the River Dee. Live commentary will help you understand more about the area’s rich heritage and thriving wildlife. Their 11m narrowboat is also available for day hire.

Further Information Llangollen Wharf

Is there food and drink available?

There is a Tea Room at Llangollen Wharf serving hot and cold food and drinks. You can also book food on some of the trips.

What are the main things to do?

Horse-drawn canal boat rides plus motorboat trips over the country’s highest navigable aqueduct. There is a toilet onboard the aqueduct trip, not on the horse-drawn trip but there are toilets at the hotel at the end.

What are the ticket prices?

Horse-drawn 45 min trip adult £9.00, children aged 3-15 £4.50. 2-hour trip adult £14.00, child £10. Aqueduct trips Adult £15.50, children £12.50. Under 3s are free.
Prices are subject to change and/or discounts online.