ABC Boat Hire Named Best in Britain Boating Holiday Operator at Hoseasons Diamond Awards 2025

Looking for the best boating holiday in the UK? Have a browse of ours, as ABC Boat Hire has just been recognised as the nation’s leading operator, winning two prestigious Diamond Awards at the Hoseasons Diamond Awards 2025. 

Presented by Celebrity Traitors 2025 winner and the Chatty Man himself, Alan Carr, ABC Boat Hire took home:

• Winner for Canals, Rivers & Lochs 
• Best in Britain Boating Holiday Operator

What are the Hoseasons Awards?

The Hoseasons Diamond Awards are an annual event celebrating holiday parks, lodge resorts and boating locations in the UK. Winners are determined by the highest scores in independent guest satisfaction surveys during the season. The 2025 event, hosted at the Hilton Metropole in Brighton, marks its 19th ceremony.  

Attending the Awards in Brighton, Haley Hadley, Marketing & Sales Director of ABC Boat Hire, said: “We are absolutely thrilled to be honoured with not just one, but two Diamond Awards this year.  

These awards reflect the passion and commitment of our entire team, who work tirelessly to ensure every guest enjoys an unforgettable journey along Britain’s beautiful canals and rivers. We are incredibly proud to be recognised as the Best in Britain Boating Holiday Operator.” 

Why These Awards Matter 

The Hoseasons Awards are among the most respected in the travel industry, spotlighting businesses that deliver outstanding holiday experiences. These awards are customer-driven and based on independent satisfaction surveys, recognising the efforts that British holiday providers put in to make the UK perfect for staycations. 

Winning two Diamond Awards positions ABC Boat Hire as a trusted source and leader for canal boat holidays in the UK. This recognition reflects our dedication to creating holidays that are unforgettable, providing waterways experiences for first-time boaters and lifelong enthusiasts alike. If you’ve ever wanted to explore Britain’s canals, you’re in safe and highly rated hands. 

What Makes ABC Boat Hire Britain’s Best? 

ABC Boat Hire’s ‘Exceptional’ service is evidence of being the UK’s best canal boat holiday operator, but the Diamond Award from this year’s Hoseasons truly shows it. With nationwide coverage across some of the most scenic canals in the world, with an extensive fleet now including electric boats, the core focus has always been to provide incredible holidays for people like you.  

Plan Your Award-Winning Boating Holiday 

Turn your peaceful holiday dreams into a reality with ABC Boat Hire. With 16 locations across the UK canal network, there’s so much to explore. What better way to do it than at your own pace? 

Discover our routes and book your next UK staycation today.