What’s Going to be Happening at the Rally
Skippers showcasing their boats
Times
Boat Handling Displays Saturday and Sunday between 2 – 4pm.
Small and Large Boat Parade on Sunday at 12:00
Entertainment at Batchworth Lock
Program
Saturday
11:30 – 12:00 Phoenix Morris
12:00 – 13:30 DJ or Tim’s Puppet Show
13:30 – 14:30 Callum – Singer Song writer
14:30 – 15:00 DJ or Tim’s Puppet Show
15:00 – 16:00 The Late Arrivals – Folk
16:00 – 16:30 Phoenix Morris
16:30 – 17:00 DJ or Tim’s Puppet Show
15:45 – 16:15 Phoenix Morris
16:45 – 17:00 DJ Spenny Spenn
Sunday
10:00 – 10:30 Sunday Worship
11:30 – 12:00 Phoenix Morris
12:00 – 13:00 Warp, Weft, Weaver – Folk
13:00 – 13:30 DJ or Tim’s Puppet Show
13:30 – 14:30 Green Man Band – Folk
14:30 – 14:45 DJ Spenny Spenn
14:45 – 15:45 Lemon Tuesday – Choral Group
16:15 – 16:45 Batchworth Bouys
17:00 – 18:00 Lock Jam with The Rymatones – Rock n Roll
Open Mic at the Busk Stop.
Performing
Please go to our contacts page to enquire about performing
View the boats and chat to their owners.
Details
Boats attending the rally are encouraged to display some information about their boat outside or in a window.
Small Boat Parade
What is it?
Parade of the smaller boats between Batchworth and Stockers Locks. The reason the parade is specific to smaller boats is to enable them to turn without a winding hole
Lock Jam· Rally Departure
What When?
Boats on Sunday, queuing at Batchworth lock while listening to a live band playing lock side. Bring your dancing shoes for the Lock Jam at 5pm.
Floating Market – Open from 10:00 Daily
About the Traders
Baldrick’s Towpath Tipple – a floating bar serving a range of independent beers, ciders, cocktails and tasty bar snacks. Perfect for relaxing by the water and soaking up the event atmosphere. baldrickstowpathtipple.co.uk
Emma Bradley Art – Emma Bradley operates a floating gallery from her narrowboat, where she offers a beautiful collection of watercolour art deeply inspired by the British canal system. Her shop features a curated selection of original paintings, high-quality prints, and handcrafted greeting cards, all capturing the serene charm of life on the water.
Wobbly – Soft serve ice cream, cheese and chutneys, fudge, teas and coffees, cakes, bacon butties and other food items depending on weather.
Wakamata Ndoto – Paul and Natasha are looking forward to introducing the historic Waka Butty to BBR this year after successfully trading on the towpath last year. You’ll be able to see an array of Paul’s beautiful canal art, Natasha’s small space living Macrame, and don’t forget to bring your empty bottles for refills of Miniml canal/eco friendly cleaning products.
The Record Deck – a floating record shop. They’ve been travelling the canals for the last 12 years selling an ever changing selection of vinyl records.
The Colleen Bawn – ‘My Floating Holiday’ offer a beautiful and homely narrowboat for self-drive holiday rental. The boat sleeps up to 6, has all the mod cons and is pet friendly. All the necessary training is given at the start of your trip. Based near Cassiobury park in Croxley.
Over The Yarnarm – otherwise known as “The Gonk Boat.” On our floating shop, you’ll find all manner of wonderful knitted and crochet items, with our famous Gonks and charming crochet characters always taking centre stage. Already a Yarnivore? We’ve got have you covered too! We are constantly expanding our stock of yarncraft supplies, perfect for any project.
Licensed Bar
Opening Times
Saturday 12:00 – 23:00
Sunday 12:00 – 22:30
Refreshments
