ABC Boat Hire Reviews

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the comfort and quality of the boat, and that our friendly customer service helped make your experience even better. It’s great to know the central heating, hot showers, and TV reception added to your enjoyment — we aim to make every trip as relaxing and well-equipped as possible. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for another great adventure! Many thanks from all of us at ABC Boat Hire.

Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We're delighted to hear you had a great canal holiday and that the boat was well fitted out. It’s lovely to know the handover and advice were helpful — our team always aims to make the experience smooth and enjoyable from the very start. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another relaxing and memorable journey! Many thanks from all of us at ABC Boat Hire.

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had a marvellous day and enjoyed the excellent instruction, friendly staff, and the clean, fully equipped boat. It means a lot to know you'd recommend us and plan to return — we look forward to welcoming you aboard again soon! Many thanks from all of us at ABC Boat Hire.

Thank you so much for your continued support — 23 trips is truly incredible, and we’re honoured to have been part of so many of your adventures! We're glad you enjoyed the great bathroom and single berth, and we appreciate your helpful feedback about the storage space. We’ll certainly take that into consideration as we continue to improve our boats for larger groups. Many thanks from all of us at ABC Boat Hire.

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We're genuinely sorry to hear that aspects of your trip were frustrating and not as relaxing as you had hoped. We understand how important clear communication and reliable planning are, especially for first-time boaters, and we regret that the itinerary guidance and coordination with the Boat Movement team caused stress. We also sincerely apologise for the issue with the leaking roof and the delay in responding to your email. Your feedback is extremely valuable, and we’re reviewing both our communication processes and maintenance checks to ensure future guests have a smoother experience. We’re glad to hear the boat was overall neat and clean, and we appreciate your honesty in highlighting both the positives and the areas where we need to improve. Many thanks from all of us at ABC Boat Hire.

Thank you for your feedback, and we’re sorry to hear that your experience didn’t meet expectations. We understand how disappointing it must have been to arrive early and not be able to get underway as hoped, especially on a short break. While we do our best to accommodate early departures when possible, we regret that this wasn’t achieved in your case. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the Grand Union closure, and we’re sorry it affected your plans to complete the Birmingham Mini Ring. Your comments about staff flexibility are noted and will be shared with the team to help improve how we support guests in similar situations. We’re glad to hear the boat itself met your expectations, and we hope to welcome you back for a smoother and more enjoyable trip in the future. Many thanks from all of us at ABC Boat Hire.

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're so pleased to hear you had a great long weekend and found the boats clean, well-appointed, and ready to go. We understand the desire to get underway a little earlier, and while our standard collection time is 2:30pm, we’ll certainly take your suggestion on board as we continue to look for ways to improve the experience for our guests. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another fantastic trip! Many thanks from all of us at ABC Boat Hire.

Thank you so much for your kind words and detailed feedback! We're thrilled to hear you had an excellent trip aboard Hooded Warbler and that our team at Whitchurch, Wrenbury, and Blackwater Meadow helped make your experience so enjoyable. We’ll be sure to pass on your thanks to Joe and the rest of the crew — even if they don’t see this directly, it means a lot to know their efforts are appreciated. It’s wonderful to hear this was your third time on the Llangollen — such a special canal — and we hope to welcome you back again soon for another memorable journey. Many thanks from all of us at ABC Boat Hire.

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're absolutely delighted to hear you had a brilliant experience and loved every second of your trip — that’s exactly what we hope for every guest. We look forward to welcoming you back for another unforgettable adventure on the water! Many thanks from all of us at ABC Boat Hire.

Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We're delighted to hear you had an excellent week aboard from Aldermaston Wharf and that the boat was well prepared, clean, and in great condition. It’s lovely to know our team’s advice helped make your trip even better. The Kennet & Avon Canal truly is a hidden gem — peaceful, picturesque, and full of wildlife. We're so glad you enjoyed spotting otters, kingfishers, and herons, and made the most of the good pubs and quiet locks along the way. Sorry the weather didn’t fully cooperate, but it’s great to hear you still had a memorable time. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another wonderful adventure! Many thanks from all of us at ABC Boat Hire.