The Away Group Newsletter

The Away Group, operated by Away to Dine Limited, brought together a collection of canal-based experiences centred on Birmingham and the wider Heart of England waterways. From dining afloat to canal holidays and corporate hospitality, the group offered something for almost every occasion on the water.

A Range of Canal Experiences

The Away Group encompassed several distinct services, each designed around life on Birmingham's canals and the surrounding countryside.

• Away2dine – Birmingham's only cruising public restaurant, where guests could book a table.
• Away4aday – A boat designed for an extra special day out on the canals for up to 10 people.
• Away4awhile – A hotel canal boat cruising the Heart of England, offering 3, 4 and 7 day holidays.
• Away2stay – A floating hotel offering comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation in the heart of Birmingham.
• Away2canal – A trip boat designed for all, giving a taste of country in the city.
• Away2meet – A unique corporate hospitality venue based on the Birmingham city centre canals.
• Away2service – A unique corporate hospitality venue based on the Birmingham city centre canals.

Dining, Days Out and Holidays

For those seeking leisure, the group combined dining and sightseeing afloat. The Away2dine cruising restaurant allowed diners to enjoy a meal while travelling the canals, while Away4aday catered for small groups looking for a memorable day out. Longer stays were possible through Away4awhile, with multi-day cruising holidays exploring the Heart of England.

Accommodation and Corporate Hospitality

Beyond day trips, the group offered overnight options and business-focused experiences. Away2stay provided a floating bed and breakfast in central Birmingham, while Away2canal introduced visitors to the city's waterways. Away2meet and Away2service served as distinctive corporate hospitality venues on the Birmingham city centre canals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was Away2dine?

Away2dine was described as Birmingham's only cruising public restaurant, where guests could book a table and dine while travelling the canals.

How many people could Away4aday accommodate?

Away4aday was a boat designed for an extra special day out on the canals for up to 10 people.

What holiday options did Away4awhile offer?

Away4awhile was a hotel canal boat cruising the Heart of England, offering 3, 4 and 7 day holidays.

Was overnight accommodation available?

Yes. Away2stay was a floating hotel providing comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation in the heart of Birmingham.

Did The Away Group cater for businesses?

Yes. Away2meet and Away2service were described as unique corporate hospitality venues based on the Birmingham city centre canals.

What was Away2canal?

Away2canal was a trip boat designed for all, offering a taste of country in the city.

This newsletter is part of the Catalink archive and may no longer be available to order. The information above describes Away to Dine Limited. For current details, visit the company's official website.