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Really great clean (very large) barge
14 Sep 2026
Would have given five stars except that I can hardly read the information on this website. ABC Boat is really stepped up when the boat we were due to have from Aldermaston was delayed by a fallen tree. We were quickly and efficiently directed to Springwood Haven, where we found ourselves in a **** and span almost new Boat. The Coventry and Oxford Canal were utterly beautiful with pubs strategically placed along our journey. The weather cooperated which increased our pleasure considerably.
14 Sep 2026
Please refer to my initial comments
14 Sep 2026
Great service from the company due to the issues on the canal. Hand over went well and the holiday was brilliant. Travelled up to Chirck for a couple of nights and then back to Ellesmere for another couple of nights. Boat was in good condition and clean when picked up.
14 Sep 2026
We originally booked our holiday to start from Wrenbury Mill but due to issues on the canal, Wrenbury Mill is not currently connected to the network. After a couple of emails with customer services they provide us with a number of other options. We picked the boat up from Whitchurch marina and had a good handover with the guys there.
14 Sep 2026
Beautiful area to explore, a lovely relaxing week. A few hours cruising, then mooring up in lovely villages with good amenities and sharing a glass of something nice with friends. Perfect.
14 Sep 2026
We have hired with ABC for a few years now and the experience as usual was excellent. Our original booking was unable to go ahead due to stoppages on the network, so we were given different options for other locations to start from. We had a great time on the Shropshire Union canal on Canada Warbler from Gailey. The guys at the booking office and yard were great. All helpful and made our holiday start off well. Canada Warbler was tip top, beautifully clean and well presented. Disappointed that our week went so quickly. Can’t wait to book again. Thank you.
14 Sep 2026
Great staff, everyone helpful, and a great barging holiday had by all.
14 Sep 2026
Our experience with ABC was great. All staff were friendly and knowledgeable and the boat was spotless.
10 Sep 2026
We had a great trip, With good weather and pleasant company from other boaters.
10 Sep 2026
Great boat - presented very well and the Yard were great.Crockery was stragely small though - tiny glasses, tiny bowls but lots of storage space. That was my only gripe
07 Sep 2026
Great boating holiday with ABC. Everything was explained for our debut on the water and enjoyed the whole experience. Canal, locks, lift bridge, tunnels, aqueducts and everything else. Top marks for the ABC team. Special mention to Sarah who went above and beyond, going out of her way in returning our canal guide which we left at base.
07 Sep 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience with ABC Boat Hire. We’re pleased to hear you had a lovely weekend aboard Bamboo Partridge from Blackwater Meadow Marina. We are glad to hear Sarah was able to help with returning your canal guide. We hope to welcome you back in the future. ABC Boat Hire
07 Sep 2026
Well organised and informative booking process. Excellent boat, well presented (except the micro crockery)
07 Sep 2026
Very modern boat with all the mod cons was fantastic. Comfy beds, great galley and everything we needed to enjoy a few days on the water.
07 Sep 2026
Thankyou for your 5* review. We are glad you found Bamboo Partridge a fantastic boat with comfy beds and had everything you needed on board. ABC Boat Hire
07 Sep 2026
Fantastic holiday with the family, kids had a great time. Overall excellent customer service! Chloe went above and beyond and we also had an emergency call out and the engineer (Sarah) came and fixed the issue within 45minutes and we were on out way again! The boat is clean and well equipped and lots of things to see and do on this route!
05 Sep 2026
