| Can we bring a pet ? |
Each boat has it's own terms and conditions, so please refer to the booking form for more details. |
| Do you do day hire? |
Our boats have accommodation and are unsuitable for day hire. |
| Can we hire a canal boat if we have never done it before? |
Do not worry, many of our customers have never done it before. We give comprehensive tuition and will not let you go out until we are confident of you, remember you are only travelling at a maximum of 4mph. |
| Do you give any canal boating tuition? |
Yes, we assign you your own trainer who will familiarse you with the operation of the canal boat and it's use. We will also provide you with the basics of canal lock operation and how to use them safely. |
| Can I leave my car at the marina? |
Yes, parking at the marina is free. |
| What are the canal boat crew options? |
Generally berth size donates the maximum number of persons allowed on the boat, so a six berth boat can be crewed by six people. |
| Where can I stop on the canals? |
You can moor anywhere on the towpath side of the canal, outside local inns or if you prefer,in a marina, providing you are not blocking other boats or in an area that prohibits it. Mooring pegs are provided for you in case there are no mooring points. |
| What about children and canals? |
Most canals are between three and five feet deep and for extra safety we provide lifejackets free of charge. |
| Can I charge a laptop or mobile phone? |
Yes, our canalboats have mains electric provided from an inverter which converts 12v electric from the batteries to 240v whilst the engine is running. In addition, if you decide to moor at a marina, mains hookup is possible. |
| Is there any heating? |
Yes, our canalboats are centrally heated and have hot showers. |
| What if I have a problem? |
Our dedicated bargain boating team are on hand twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week for emergencies. |
| Do I need insurance? |
The canal boat and contents are fully insured. The only thing that is not insured by us are (a) your car which is probably protected under your motor policy and (b) your personal possessions which are also probably covered under your house contents insurance but please check your own policies carefully. |