Reviews

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Your recent holiday on Swan - Trumpeter Swan from Aldermaston Wharf

Everything was up to scratch and as expected except that we were not told before the trip that the swing bridge was broken and this would delay us somewhat.

27 Sep 2018

Carolyn

Thank you for your feedback. Any stoppages or route complications should be discussed during your handover and it is disappointing to hear that this didn't happen; your comments have been forwarded to the Marina. We're pleased to hear that you had a good holiday and that you were pleased with your chosen boat. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

08 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Goose - White Fronted Goose from Hilperton

Very enjoyable holiday. The boat was fine - not the best layout we've ever had but we should have worked that out from the diagrams. Staff helpful The locks were all in very good order and the Canal was well looked after.

27 Sep 2018

Keri McLaren

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your holiday and found our marina staff helpful.

07 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Gosling - UW Gosling from Union Wharf

Big beds. Good Kitchen. Excellent toilets. Useless rear bunks

27 Sep 2018

Carolyn

Thank you for your feedback. The bunk beds on our Gosling Class are more suited to children and can be viewed on our website before deciding which boat will be the best option for your crew. We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed your holiday from Union Wharf and we hope to see you again in the future!

08 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Eagle - Sea Eagle from Hilperton

Loved it...very relaxing.

26 Sep 2018

Keri McLaren

We are glad you had such a relaxing time and hope to see you back again soon!

07 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Wren - Carolina Wren from March Wharf

Very pleased with everything

26 Sep 2018

Keri McLaren

Its great to hear everything was good and we hope to see you back soon.

07 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Bunting - Reed Bunting from Anderton

We've used ABC for a number of years because the boats are so well-appointed and the boatyard staff so helpful and friendly.

26 Sep 2018

Keri McLaren

We are glad that you have enjoyed your holidays with ABC and hope to see you return soon!

07 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Grebe - Pied Billed Grebe from Gayton

A very pleasant trip When you send out surveys you could help yourselves by addressing your customers correctly. Either Dear Robert. Or. Dear Mr Silvey would be fine. Your “dear Silvey “ is rather irritating

26 Sep 2018

Carolyn

Thank you for the feedback. Your customer details have been updated and this shouldn't happen again. We hope you welcome you back aboard in the future.

08 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Thrush - Whites Thrush from Alvechurch

A great experience. I would recommend it to anyone. ABC's boats are exactly as described in the website, clean well equipped & not difficult to handle after you got the hang of it. Locks are interesting but can get tiring after a while so count the locks & make a judgement call. We purchased a map at the office but it turned out to confusing & lacked detail. It was the feeling of everyone on board that a good quality map should be provided with the charter.

25 Sep 2018

Keri McLaren

Thank you for your feedback. It is good to experience Locks but we agree they can be quite tiring unless you can spread the workload among your crew. We will pass on your comments about map provision for future consideration.

07 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Medway - Rodulf from Gailey Wharf

The service at Gailey was excellent with the staff friendly and efficient. The boat was exactly as specified. It was thought slightly tired with several of the curtain end stops missing. The engine was rather smoky until it got thoroughly warmed up after half an hour.

25 Sep 2018

Keri McLaren

Thank you for your feedback which we shall pass on to Gailey Wharf Marina.  We are glad that you enjoyed good service from the marina staff.

07 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Thrush - Swainsons Thrush from Hilperton

My first complaint is the beds all four beds were hard & very uncomfortable we put the two blankets under one bed & on the other we sleeped on the spare pillows it was that bad. One of the toilet become full before the week was out, after being told that there would be plenty of room in the toilet tank for a week , we tried to empty the toilet tank but was told we needed a prepaid card we were not told of this, we were also told we would be able to moor anywhere as long as there was no sign to say private, but in fact it was very difficult to moor as so many people live on the canals & rivers which take up all the spaces. The good thing was we could laugh about all these things & the weather was good. All we can say is we have done it don't think we will do it again also the TV & DVD did not work & the Hoover had not been emptied even when emptied it did not work well

25 Sep 2018

Carolyn

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. All of your comments have been forwarded to the marina so that they can check the issues you have highlighted. Narrowboating isn't for everyone but we're pleased that you enjoyed the experience and the weather!

08 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Warbler - Lucy's Warbler from Whitchurch Marina

All great a wonderful time had by all

25 Sep 2018

Carolyn

Thank you for the feedback, it's great to hear that you had a wonderful holiday! We hope to welcome you back again next year.

08 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Bunting - Black Headed Bunting from Whitchurch Marina

Everything we needed was to hand on board and the boat was nice and clean. The information before we departed the marina was very good

25 Sep 2018

Holly Seymour

It is good to hear that our boat was well equipped and our staff were able to give you all the information you needed to enjoy your time aboard. Thank you for the feedback.

07 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Warbler - Aquatic Warbler from Worcester

Really nice boat. And very helpful staff in Worcester Marina when we had an accident with our rudder half way round and they came out and sorted it out on the spot.

25 Sep 2018

Holly Seymour

We are glad that our team were able to get you back on your way and  you were able to enjoy your holiday. Thank you for your feedback.

07 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Gull - Little Gull from Alvechurch

A great team, awesome boat and the best holiday in years.

25 Sep 2018

Holly Seymour

Thank you for the lovely feedback. We are so pleased you had such a great time.

07 Oct 2018

Your recent holiday on Tyne - Bryn from Rugby Wharf

This was my first narrow boat canal holiday and I thoroughly enjoyed it and plan for future holiday to be spent in a similar fashion.

25 Sep 2018

Holly Seymour

It is very easy to catch the boating bug! We look forward to seeing you return soon.

07 Oct 2018