Tims boat is beautiful!, very well equipped and spotlessly clean. There is everything on board that you need for a happy relaxing time on the River. We had a glorious 5 days tootling happily along the River Cam and Ouse enjoying the birds, flowers and the beautiful scenery: visited and moored in both Ely and Cambridge overnight and enjoyed great pubs along the way.
A wonderful experience - the boat was well equipped and the location is fantastic. Tim was really helpful and flexible. He provided clear instructions for using the boat and some tips about places to visit. It was a great holiday due to his attention to detail and all the lovely touches on the boat.
A wonderful experience - the boat was well equipped and the location is fantastic. Tim was really helpful and flexible. He provided clear instructions for using the boat and some tips about places to visit. It was a great holiday due to his attention to detail and all the lovely touches on the boat.
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Our narrowboat will be ready to hire from summer 2018 and we think there are lots of reasons you'll want to book her for a holiday! Here are our top ten. Full training provided for complete novices as well as experienced boaters. We provide training on handling the boat, as well as teach you how to open locks and navigate the waterways.
A Narrowboat holiday is a unique rural retreat. You may never have experienced anything like it but please don't be alarmed if you've never been in charge of a boat before. Canal boats are not difficult to operate.
So leave the worrying to us - we will provide all the training you need to get underway on your first afternoon, teaching you how to navigate locks and operate the boat, so that you can enjoy your holiday afloat with complete peace of mind.3. We will email you the boat manual to read before your holiday.
So leave the worrying to us - we will provide all the training you need to get underway on your first afternoon, teaching you how to navigate locks and operate the boat, so that you can enjoy your holiday afloat with complete peace of mind.3. We will email you the boat manual to read before your holiday.
For first timers, a lot of initial energy is always poured into perfecting the handling of the narrowboat. Whether you are steering or navigating, mooring up or operating locks, there is a lot to learn and new skills to master. But after a while, you'll begin to relax a little and that's when the wind-down really starts, and the indulgence can begin.
Many of our hirers have never set foot on a canal boat before their holiday and so narrowboat training is vital. Although we offer a comprehensive handover for all our guests, we are happy to do a bit of extra 'hand-holding' for the novices who come aboard. It's a little bit cheesy, but is honestly worth 25 minutes of your life and gives you a good idea of the skills you'll be practicing.
We offer a high level of insulation, along with central heating - the canal boat is very snug in the winter time! Of course, in mid-winter there is a small chance that the canal itself may freeze over and our lower pricing reflects this risk. If this is so bad that you are unable to leave the boarding point, then you are still very welcome to use the boat as a retreat, knowing that you really will be enjoying the ultimate secluded getaway!
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Deborah Harbin
Oct 21, 2021
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Stacey was brilliant . Nothing was too much trouble and training very helpful . Tim's boat was perfect for us 4 adults, refurbished to a high standard . It was very well equipped and we didn't need a lot of what we took . Bottled water , T towels, toilet rolls & eco friendly washing up liquid / body wash all on board .
We didn't rush from place to place , if weather bad we stayed put .Bridge Hotel was lovely food and Ely worth a visit.
Best break we have had in UK 100% nicer than all major boat hire companies.
Thank you 😊
We didn't rush from place to place , if weather bad we stayed put .Bridge Hotel was lovely food and Ely worth a visit.
Best break we have had in UK 100% nicer than all major boat hire companies.
Thank you 😊
Del Stirling
Sep 06, 2021
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We have just got back from a fantastic 3 Night break, 4 Adults and a dog. Alouette was well equipped with all the basics including a few doggy treats. It was very clean with sufficient storage space. On our arrival we was met by Stacey who was fabulous, the tutorial she gave was clear, precise and gave advice which route would suit us best. Great customer service and I would highly recommend this company
Karla Hill
Aug 13, 2021
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Our second holiday with Cambridge Boat Hire. Thank you Stacey for making us feel so welcome. The boat was immaculate and the detail provided both before our arrival on potential routes was most helpful. The boating lesson was also spot on, leaving us feeling confident for our trip. Will definitely be back for a third time! Thanks again.
Vanessa Bird
Jun 26, 2021
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I cant imagine there is a nicer hire narrow boat than Alouette. We had a fantastic week exploring the rivers around Cambridge, and were especially pleased to find we could moor up right int the centre of Cambridge for the night over the bank holiday weekend. The boat was exceptionally well designed and equipped, there was nothing that hadnt been thought of. We will be back very soon.
Richard Hutton
Jul 06, 2020
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Benjamin Manning
Aug 25, 2019
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