Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had a fantastic holiday and that the boat met your expectations. It’s always lovely to know our staff made a positive impression — we pride ourselves on being friendly and helpful to make your experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible.
We’d love to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
– The team at ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 09/08/2025
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Michael Ineson
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Basingstoke
1 year ago
Your recent holiday on Wren - Musician Wren from Springwood Haven Marina
Verybenjoyablenshort break. Canal lock restrictions were a minor inconvenience but no fault of ABC.
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ABC Boat Hire
12 months ago
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re so pleased to hear you felt welcomed and well looked after by our marina staff. It’s great to know the boat was clean, well-equipped, and that you enjoyed your short break—despite the minor inconvenience of canal lock restrictions. We really appreciate your understanding and hope to see you again soon for another relaxing trip!
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 15/08/2025
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George Robertson
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1 year ago
Your recent holiday on Partridge - Rock Partridge from Nantwich Canal Centre
Thank you so much for sharing your amazing journey aboard Grey Partridge! It sounds like a fantastic two weeks exploring some of the most scenic parts of the canal network—from Nantwich to Llangollen, and all the way to Chester. We’re thrilled to hear the boat was superbly equipped and that the WiFi kept you connected throughout. Our handover team will be so pleased to know they helped make your experience even more enjoyable.
We can’t wait to welcome you back at Easter from Aldermaston for your next adventure!
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 02/08/2025
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1 year ago
Your recent holiday on Grebe - Hooded Grebe from Springwood Haven Marina
Ashby canal was easy to get to and so pretty. Wasn’t very crowded even though it was mid August! A superb d trip in the sunshine!
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ABC Boat Hire
12 months ago
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re delighted to hear your short break was such a success. It’s great to know the boat was ready on time, thoroughly clean, and well-equipped—especially the linen and towels, which we take extra care with. We’re also glad the onboard information and tuition helped you feel confident and supported. The Ashby Canal really is a hidden gem, and we’re so pleased you got to enjoy it in the sunshine!
We hope to welcome you back again soon for another peaceful escape.
ABC Boat Hire
Thank you so much for your continued support and kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that your third experience with ABC was just as enjoyable. The team at Anderton Marina will be delighted to know their advice and service helped make your trip smooth and memorable. It’s great to hear the boat was well presented and that you were able to get off to a quick start—just what we love to hear!
We look forward to welcoming you back again soon for your next adventure.
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 16/08/2025
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Nigel Morphew
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1 year ago
Your recent holiday on Warbler - Barred Warbler from Alvechurch
As said in first part , nice easy handover and friendly helpful staff!
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ABC Boat Hire
12 months ago
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re so pleased to hear the handover was smooth and that the boat was well equipped for your needs. It’s always great to know our staff made a positive impression—friendly and helpful service is what we aim for every time!
We hope to welcome you back again soon for another relaxing trip on the water.
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 11/08/2025
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Your recent holiday on Lark - Dunns Lark from Worcester
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful family holiday and felt well supported by our friendly and patient team—even when things didn’t go perfectly. It’s great to know the boat suited your needs and that the canal and river system around Worcester provided a fantastic setting for novice boaters. We’re so glad you enjoyed the experience and location!
We hope to welcome you back again soon for another adventure on the water.
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 11/08/2025
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Terence Brister
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1 year ago
Your recent holiday on Sandpiper - Marsh Sandpiper from Gayton
Boat was great but not given enough information regarding the water levels prior to arrival.
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ABC Boat Hire
12 months ago
Thank you for your continued support and for sharing your experience! We’re so pleased to hear that our team was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable, and that the handover was smooth. It’s great to know the boat was nearly new and well equipped—just what we love to hear!
We’re sorry that the low water levels weren’t fully communicated before your arrival. We appreciate your feedback and will work to improve how we share important updates in future. Thank you again for choosing ABC—we hope to welcome you back soon!
ABC Boat Hire
Date of purchase: 15/08/2025
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1 year ago
Your recent holiday on Thrush - American Thrush from Gayton
There were plenty of villages to stop off on our way we enjoyed the antique shops in Weedon and not too many locks. The staff were wonderful as well.
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ABC Boat Hire
12 months ago
Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that your second holiday with ABC Boat Hire was just as enjoyable as the first. It’s great to know the boat was in excellent condition and had everything you needed, and that our team was helpful and supportive throughout—from the initial overview to the easy drop-off.
We’re so glad you enjoyed exploring the villages along the way, especially the antique shops in Weedon, and that the route had just the right number of locks for a relaxing trip. We’d love to welcome you back again for your next adventure!
ABC Boat Hire
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a relaxing, fun, and memorable experience. It’s great to know our team made you feel welcome from the start and that the boat was spotless and well-stocked with everything you needed—including those little extras like tea, coffee, and milk. We’re so glad you loved every minute and can’t wait to welcome you back for another adventure!
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.