A prominent Welsh canal boat excursion business has been listed for sale – however its operators insist operations will continue as normal.

Neal and Irene Dufton, who manage Llangollen Wharf, are preparing for another bustling season of narrowboat journeys along the canal.

Llangollen Wharf ranks among the most celebrated visitor destinations in north east Wales, providing narrowboat excursions along the Llangollen canal to the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, as well as horse-drawn vessel tours in the town, traditions spanning a century.

The couple, together with two additional directors, have listed the enterprise for sale – yet maintain their dedication to operating it until an appropriate purchaser emerges.

Irene explained they wanted to inform local residents that they are not deserting the town.

She confirmed they intend to maintain standard operations as they have for decades. They remain devoted to the venture and will not sell indiscriminately, seeking instead the ideal individual to assume control.

Neal and Irene have managed Llangollen Wharf for ten years and believe now is the appropriate moment for new stewardship.

The enterprise is advertised for purchase through firstpeninsulamarine.co.uk at a price of £695,000.

Irene observed that the narrowboat operation constitutes a crucial element drawing visitors to the area.

She noted that numerous guided tours arrive via their vessels before continuing into the town centre. Many local enterprises depend significantly on their presence, and they wanted to reassure those businesses that they are holding out to find the right person to take it on.

Neal explained that they actively promote the town, including restaurants and pubs. He described their role as functioning essentially as a visitor information service, directing people to the best dining establishments and similar venues.

He emphasised their substantial commitment to the business and to the town itself.