Wouldn’t go with any other company - 9 th time we have used them
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ABC Boat Hire
11 months ago
Thank you so much for your continued support and loyalty over the past 9 years — we’re truly honoured to be your go-to choice for boating holidays across the UK!
It’s fantastic to hear that, from collection to return, your experience with ABC Boat Hire has consistently been faultless. We’re especially proud of our team’s ability to respond quickly and efficiently to any mechanical issues — getting you back on the water within the hour is exactly the kind of service we strive to provide.
Many thanks again for your kind words and for choosing us for the 9th time. We can’t wait to welcome you back for your next adventure!
Warmest wishes,
The ABC Boat Hire Team
Date of purchase: 22/08/2025
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Samantha Thomas
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11 months ago
Your recent holiday on Wren - Grey Wren from Anderton
Lovely boats. Easy access. Friendly staff. Lovely canal. A most relaxing day
Customer Services
ABC Boat Hire
11 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re delighted to hear you had such a relaxing and enjoyable day out. It’s great to know that booking was easy, the boats had everything you needed, and our staff were friendly and supportive throughout — that’s exactly the experience we aim to provide.
We’re so pleased you loved the canal and found the whole day peaceful and stress-free. Many thanks again for choosing ABC Boat Hire — we hope to welcome you back for another lovely adventure soon!
Warm regards,
The ABC Boat Hire Team
Date of purchase: 22/08/2025
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Tom Gray
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11 months ago
Your recent holiday on Partridge - Snow Partridge from Alvechurch
Loved the Snow Partridge. Clean and had everything we wanted on board. ABC Boat hire provided a good service. Boat was lovely, clean and had everything we wanted. We thoroughly enjoyed our...
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Customer Services
ABC Boat Hire
11 months ago
Hi Tom,
Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed the boat — it's wonderful to know it was clean, well-equipped, and met your expectations.
We really appreciate you highlighting the issue around the low water levels and lock closures. We're sorry for any inconvenience this caused and completely understand how earlier communication could have helped with your planning. Your comments are incredibly valuable and will help us improve how we keep our guests informed in the future.
It’s fantastic to hear that you still made the most of your trip and had a brilliant time — that’s the spirit! We’d be thrilled to welcome you back again.
Many thanks,
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 25/08/2025
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11 months ago
Your recent holiday on Warbler - Chiffchaff Warbler from Wrenbury
Stress free holiday, barge worked reliably and faultlessly.
Customer Services
ABC Boat Hire
11 months ago
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear that your holiday was stress-free and that the barge exceeded your expectations — especially with the comfort, cleanliness, and reliability of the onboard facilities. It’s great to know everything worked faultlessly and helped make your trip enjoyable for the whole family.
We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to welcome you aboard again soon!
Many thanks,
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 23/08/2025
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11 months ago
Your recent holiday on Warbler - Savi's Warbler from Gailey Wharf
No problems at all the boat was very well turned out and the route we took was very picturesque. Nice villages and canal side pub's to visit
Customer Services
ABC Boat Hire
11 months ago
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're delighted to hear that you've chosen ABC Boat Hire more than once — and even more thrilled to know it won’t be the last! It’s great to hear the team at Gailey Marina made you feel welcome and looked after you so well.
We’re glad the boat was clean, well-appointed, and performed flawlessly throughout your trip. The Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal is such a beautiful route, and it’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed the picturesque scenery, charming villages, and canal-side pubs.
Thanks again for your kind words — we look forward to welcoming you back for another relaxing adventure!
Many thanks,
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 15/08/2025
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Mark Hutchison
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11 months ago
Your recent holiday on Warbler - Arctic Warbler from Aldermaston Wharf
Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience with us! We're so pleased to hear the boat was in excellent condition and spotlessly clean — and that you had a smooth, enjoyable trip.
We’re especially glad our team was able to assist quickly and professionally when you needed support out of hours. It’s great to know you found them friendly and helpful — we’ll be sure to pass on your appreciation.
Thanks again for choosing ABC Boat Hire — we hope to welcome you aboard again soon!
Many thanks,
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 23/08/2025
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Michael Fritz
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11 months ago
Your recent holiday on Spirit - Lochan Ora from Falkirk
Thank you for your kind review! We're so pleased to hear that you were very satisfied with your experience and that the narrowboat was clean, well-maintained, and great value for money.
It’s also lovely to hear that our team made a positive impression during handover and return — we’ll be sure to pass on your compliments to the staff.
We really appreciate you choosing ABC Boat Hire and hope to welcome you back on board again soon!
Many thanks,
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 23/08/2025
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11 months ago
Your recent holiday on Partridge - Hill Partridge from Anderton Marina
Great boat - all new with good improvements. Problem was water levels in canals that restricted destinations and timings. They did what they could.
Customer Services
ABC Boat Hire
11 months ago
Thank you so much for your kind and detailed feedback! We're really pleased to hear that you enjoyed the new boat and found it well fitted out — it’s great to know the improvements made a difference to your experience.
We’re also glad our team could support you with timely and helpful communication before your trip, and that the advance notice about water levels helped with your planning. While canal conditions can sometimes be unpredictable, we’re happy we could assist and be available whenever needed.
Thanks again for choosing ABC Boat Hire — we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Many thanks,
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 22/08/2025
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Toby Catchpole
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Gloucester
11 months ago
Your recent holiday on Finch - Red Tailed Finch from Goytre Wharf
Comfortable and functional boat for a week away in beautiful quiet countryside.
Customer Services
ABC Boat Hire
11 months ago
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so pleased to hear you had a great week on the Monmouth & Brecon Canal — it’s such a peaceful and scenic route, perfect for a relaxing getaway.
It’s great to know you found the boat comfortable and functional, and that our team provided friendly and helpful service from booking right through to your return. We’re really glad the information and advice we shared helped with your planning too.
Thanks again for choosing ABC Boat Hire — we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Many thanks,
ABC Boat Hire
The canals and rivers of England, Scotland and Wales stretch for over 2000 miles through some of the finest countryside imaginable. At ABC Boat Hire we have 16 start locations throughout the waterway network, from Falkirk in Scotland to Hilperton in Wiltshire, offering the widest choice of self-drive boat hire and narrowboat holidays.
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The canals and rivers of England, Scotland and Wales stretch for over 2000 miles through some of the finest countryside imaginable. At ABC Boat Hire we have 16 start locations throughout the waterway network, from Falkirk in Scotland to Hilperton in Wiltshire, offering the widest choice of self-drive boat hire and narrowboat holidays.