Canal Boats

Explore the charming world of Britain’s historic waterways with our Craftline 00 Gauge Canal Boats kits. Made from lightweight yet durable balsa wood, these detailed model kits bring canal life to your railway layout or diorama. Whether you’re recreating a bustling coal boat scene, a peaceful holiday cruiser, or a hardworking maintenance tug, Craftline offers a wide selection of narrowboats and canal accessories in perfect 1:76 (OO gauge) scale.

Our range includes beautifully crafted models like the Coal Boat (horse or motor driven), Holiday Boats from Black Prince and Alvechurch, Maintenance Narrowboats, Covered Boats, Traditional Tug Cruisers, and even detailed accessories like lock gates and manually operated lift bridges.

Designed with both beginners and experienced model makers in mind, these kits offer excellent realism, easy assembly, and plenty of customization options.

Balsa wood construction means the models are lightweight, easy to paint, and perfect for adding fine detail. Whether you’re enhancing a canalside railway scene or creating a standalone display, Craftline canal boats are an ideal addition to any 00 gauge layout.

At Hobbies247, we’re proud to offer the full Craftline range, giving you everything you need to bring authentic waterway scenes to life. Discover our complete selection of Craftline canal boats and accessories today, and start building your perfect miniature canal scene.