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Your recent holiday on Gull - Slender Billed Gull from Wrenbury

The boat was well maintained and everything was clean and in working order. The tuition provided was great and the binder on the boat ensured that if we forgot anything we would be able to figure it out. The phone numbers for assistance were also helpful, although we didn’t need to use them.

19 Aug 2018

Carolyn

There is a lot of information to take in during your handover which is why we supply a manual for your reference, it's great to know that you found it useful! It sounds as if you had a a lovely holiday, thank you for your feedback.

31 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Plover - Piping Plover from Anderton

Really flexible in changing booking from 7 days to 5 due to closure of Leeds L pool canal. V helpful stay on the day at Anderton Marina - v efficient and friendly

19 Aug 2018

Carolyn

It has been a difficult season for Marina's that have been affected by the unusually dry summer, with water shortages and of course the closure of the Leeds & Liverpool canal. Our customers have been fantastic and embraced changes to their bookings and their proposed routes, understanding that it is necessary for this action to be taken to preserve our amazing canals. Thank you for your lovely feedback.

31 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Weaver - Village Weaver from Aldermaston Wharf

Well resourced boat - everything we needed and more.

19 Aug 2018

Carolyn

Great to hear that the Weaver was like a home from home for you! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

31 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Plover - Golden Plover from Alvechurch

Great staff, excellent introduction to boat and operation, super boat - adding up to a lovely break!

19 Aug 2018

Carolyn

We're so pleased you enjoyed you holiday on our new Plover Class! It is also great to hear that you were impressed with your handover and the service you received from Alvechurch Marina. We look forward to welcoming you back aboard soon.

31 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Thrush - Olive Thrush from Hilperton

Really organised. Lovely boat. Helpful staff. It was a new challenge getting to know how manoeuvre the boat; following maps; and learning new procedures for locks, swing bridges, using a winding hole and mooring. There was a sense of reward in learning this. It was also lovely to moor up and relax next to beautiful scenery and historic towns, where we could view the local visitor attractions and enjoy meals in some lovely venues. The holiday was very family and dog friendly. The boat was comfortable and well maintained.

18 Aug 2018

Carolyn

Thank you for the fantastic photo's, you all look like you are having a brilliant time! You have summed up beautifully what a narrow boat holiday is all about and we really hope you will be back to explore another part of our Canal network soon.

31 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Medway - Rodulf from Gailey Wharf

Our first holiday on the canals, and it was superb. Great customer service from ABC!

18 Aug 2018

Lynda

We are so pleased that you enjoyed your first cruise with us and hope that you are now converted boaters! Thank you for your feedback.\n
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29 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Warbler - Yellow Warbler from Hilperton

From the first enquiry contact, ABC has provided exemplary Customer Service and feedback.

18 Aug 2018

Lynda

Thank you for your lovely comments.We are so pleased that you found the whole experience so positive as we value our customer service and feedback. We hope to see you again soon.

29 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Warbler - Cape Warbler from Rugby Wharf

Excellent administration. Very helpful staff.Had a fab time.

17 Aug 2018

Lynda

We are glad that you enjoyed the experience and found our staff helpful.We hope to see you back again soon.

29 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Gull - Little Gull from Alvechurch

one of the best family times we have ever had

17 Aug 2018

Lynda

It is a great way spend quality family time! We are glad that you enjoyed your holiday.

29 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Eagle - Bonellis Eagle from Gayton

On the Saturday when we went to set off the boat would not start. We eventually managed to contact the engineer who said we had flattened the batteries and talked us through how to start the engine. We cruised for approximately 5 hours the stopped for lunch. Again the boat would not start. This time we were advised to try turning the key on and off rapidly which eventually started the engine. It was arranged to meet the engineer at Braunston, unfortunately due to slow progress through the tunnel and locks we failed to connect, with no mobile reception I was unable to make contact to inform the engineer. We had a message that the engineer would be with us at 8.30am Sunday morning but we had planned to be away before that. The engine started after several turns of the ignition key and we contacted the engineer when we reached Long Buckby where it was agreed we would let the problem be sorted on our return to Gaydon. On our return the turn round guys asked if we had had any problems. Needless to say when he tried to start the engine it fired every time.

17 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Grebe - Great Crested Grebe from Whitchurch Marina

This boat was first class very well equipped, clean and tidy. Training before leaving was first class as I had never been near a narrow boat before, the staff at Whitchurch were all very helpful and couldn't do enough, would have no hesitation recommending this place and this boat. perfect little break.

17 Aug 2018

Carolyn

What fantastic feedback, well done Whitchurch Marina! It's great to hear that first time boaters have really enjoyed themselves and that they would recommend the experience to others. We look forward to welcoming you back again!

28 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Grebe - Horned Grebe from Gailey Wharf

It was our first time on a canal boat and the tuition the staff gave us before we set off on our own made us feel confident in being able to do everything we needed to do with the boat and locks etc. The only down side I would say was the fuel refund at the end of the holiday.I think all customers should be able to see how much fuel has been put back in the tank by being able to see the actual amount on the pump.As I feel our fuel refund was wrong and not enough! Other than that it was a lovely relaxing break.

17 Aug 2018

Lynda

Thank you for your valued feedback.We will pass you comments on to the marina. We are glad that the staff were able to give you the confidence to relax and enjoy a restful break.We hope to see you back soon.

29 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Gull - Silver Gull from Rugby Wharf

It took us a while to get used to handling the boat. Obviously our problem. Could have possibly done with a bit more help choosing routes. Ours was possibly a bit too rural with not many places along the way to stop off.

17 Aug 2018

Carolyn

It can take a few hours to really familiarise yourself with the boat but we are pleased to hear that you managed it in the end! It is always a good idea to purchase a map or guide before the start of the holiday to help you to choose the right route for you and your party. We hope you will be back for another holiday with us again soon.

28 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Thrush - Swainsons Thrush from Hilperton

Fantastisk upplevelse och toppfungerande båt och interiörer.

17 Aug 2018

Carolyn

Tack för fotot, det ser ut som om du hade en fantastisk tid! Vi hoppas att välkomna dig igen ombord igen snart!

28 Aug 2018

Your recent holiday on Owl - Long Eared Owl from Gayton

We booked previously, and thought the mattresses a lot more comfortable than this time. It created a difficult dynamic where other passengers did not get a good nights sleep

17 Aug 2018

Carolyn

It is disappointing to hear that all of your mattresses weren't as comfortable as on a previous holiday. Your feedback has been forwarded to Gayton Marina. We hope to see you again soon.

28 Aug 2018