Archive for March, 2010

Book the cruiser Hawaiian Goose (sleeps 4) in Hickling & Stalham – Norfolk from Hoseasons. Reference BH1219

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Hawaiian Goose – cruiser in Hickling & Stalham sleeping 4

Hawaiian Goose - cruiser - Hickling & Stalham
Hawaiian Goose – cruiser – Hickling & Stalham

Hawaiian Goose is a cruiser available from Whispering Reeds in Hickling & Stalham

If unspoilt scenery and a wealth of plant, animal and birdlife are what you are seeking from your Broadland holiday, then Whispering Reeds is your perfect choice. Hickling Broad lies at the heart of a national nature reserve, and from its peaceful base at the head of the broad, this well fitted and furnished fleet offers easy access to Horsey Mere and many other renowned beauty spots.

This cruiser can sleep up to 4 people.

  • Dual sliding canopy with the choice of left or right hand side opening
  • Roomy headroom
  • Excellent galley
  • Soft furnishings
  • Stereo radio cassette
  • Spacious aft bedroom

Sliding Canopy • Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Hawaiian Goose from Whispering Reeds

A very relaxing holiday with very friendly and helpful staff at the boatyard.
Mr F from Birchington

A week or so spent at walking pace is a great way to relax!
Mr C from Uckfield

The broads experience is great if you want to have a relaxing holiday visiting great little villages enjoying great food an drink very close to the waterways also though not a fisherman i was told the fishing is great.
Mr K from Halifax

For a relaxing and welcoming holiday the Norfolk Broads is hard to surpass.
Mrs W from Derby

A nice, comfortable boat in the best place to start your North Broads holiday.
Mrs W from Burgess Hill

We were made to feel very welcome at Whispering Reeds, as was our dog.
Mr M from Ramsgate

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Hawaiian Goose is available through Hoseasons – Hoseasons have boating holidays all over Europe, so if Hawaiian Goose isn’t your cup of tea, have a look at other cruisers in Hickling & Stalham, or browse through boats available in other areas of the UK (or why not try boating in another area?)


Book the cruiser Serene Gem (sleeps 3) in Hickling & Stalham – Norfolk from Hoseasons. Reference BH1387

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Serene Gem – cruiser in Hickling & Stalham sleeping 3

Serene Gem - cruiser - Hickling & Stalham
Serene Gem – cruiser – Hickling & Stalham

Serene Gem is a cruiser available from Richardsons Cruisers in Hickling & Stalham

Richardsons offers you the widest choice in Broads holidays – and from this fleet you are bound to find a style and size of boat to suit you. So whether it's just two of you looking for a quiet weekend away, or an excitingly different break for all the family, you'll find a well prepared boat and a friendly welcome awaits you.

This cruiser can sleep up to 3 people.

  • Roomy forward saloon with raised seating
  • Sliding sunroof over saloon
  • Forward well with seating
  • Minimum noise level from aft-mounted engine
  • Warm air heating
  • Stereo radio

Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Serene Gem from Richardsons Cruisers

A peaceful and relaxing holiday.
Mr M from Solihull

Excellent staff and the checking in/out experience was very efficient.
Mr H from London

A peaceful and tranquil break – we absolutely loved it and will be back soon!
Mr W from Redcar

First time on a boat of this sort but would do it again, Very peaceful, Clean surrondings, Tranquil, Lovely views.
Mrs C from Arbroath

The staff are always incredibly friendly and helpful.
Mr C from Southampton

I can summarise our holiday in three words – peacefulness in motion!
Mrs A from Martock

It was a no fuss handover. The girls on reception were very informative, the men at the hand over stage gave me enough info and the whole experience was a very well organised, and a smooth experience. Thank you.
Mr N from Ware

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Book the narrowboat Pulteney (sleeps 4) in Kennet And Avon Canal – Staffordshire from Hoseasons. Reference BH1860

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Pulteney – narrowboat in Kennet And Avon Canal sleeping 4

Pulteney - narrowboat - Kennet And Avon Canal
Pulteney – narrowboat – Kennet And Avon Canal

Pulteney is a narrowboat available from Anglo Welsh Bath in Kennet And Avon Canal

Bath truly deserves its' World Heritage City' crown as it has so much history and style. The Wharf nestles elegantly within the carefully maintained Sydney Gardens, and is just a short walk from the city's centre. <br/><br/>Cruising from Bath on the Kennet & Avon, you'll really get a chance to sample the beauty of the Cotswold's. With Bristol, Bradford-on-Avon, Hungerford and Reading all 'cruisable' this base is popular for a floating accommodation break“

This narrowboat can sleep up to 4 people.

  • Cruiser stern
  • Full size fridge with freezer box
  • Microwave
  • DVD

Microwave • DVD • Bicycles Allowed

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Book the narrowboat Only Me (sleeps 6) in Kennet And Avon Canal – Avon from Hoseasons. Reference BH1870

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Only Me – narrowboat in Kennet And Avon Canal sleeping 6

Only Me - narrowboat - Kennet And Avon Canal
Only Me – narrowboat – Kennet And Avon Canal

Only Me is a narrowboat available from Anglo Welsh Monkton Combe in Kennet And Avon Canal

Situated next to the canal visitor centre, the base sits at the end of the Somerset Coal Canal, a quaint arm of waterway that branches from the Kennet & Avon Canal. With Bath just a 2-hour cruise away, this base is becoming a favourite for City Breaks of the Floating Kind! The fleet is modern and spacious with a choice of boats to accommodate your party.

This narrowboat can sleep up to 6 people.

  • Semi-traditional stern
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Multi fuel stove
  • 2 free standing chairs
  • DVD
  • Radio/CD
  • 2 WCs
  • Airing cupboard

Microwave • Multi Toilet • DVD • Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Only Me from Anglo Welsh Monkton Combe

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Book the cruiser Iona (sleeps 6) in Scotland Lochs – Inverness-Shire from Hoseasons. Reference BH1235

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Iona – cruiser in Scotland Lochs sleeping 6

Iona - cruiser - Scotland Lochs
Iona – cruiser – Scotland Lochs

Iona is a cruiser available from Caley Cruisers in Scotland Lochs

Specially designed for the open water cruising of the Great Glen, these boats feature spacious interiors with large windows to grant excellent views of the breathtaking scenery along its banks. There's plenty of room on deck to make the most of the fine weather whilst cruising. All essential deck gear is provided and the seating area features safety guard rails.

This cruiser can sleep up to 6 people.

  • Economy boat

Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Iona from Caley Cruisers

A wonderful way to really see Loch Ness is to live on Loch Ness for a few days! This is a holiday within a holiday. The breathtaking scenery of the Lochs and the overwhelming views of Ben Nevis at Banavie are magnificent. I don’t think we could of experienced a better way to discover Scotlands most famous landmarks and scenery. A real get away but with the excitement of adventure, the kids loved it as much as we did! Fantastic and we will definitely be doing it again!
Mr L from Ipswich

Totally relaxing friendly way to spend a couple of weeks, stunning scenery fantastic people, the weather is a bonus if its nice, if its not it is still a beautiful part of the world. Probably be hard work for young children to occupy themselves, but we did see some having a whale of a time driving the boats and tying up.
Mr H from Edinburgh

Totally relaxing and a friendly way to spend a couple of weeks. Stunning scenery, fantastic people, and the weather is a bonus if its nice but if it is not it is still a beautiful part of the world.
Mr H from Edinburgh

A holiday adventure for all the family to enjoy!
Mr D from Brentwood

Great boats, great waterways, great sights!
Mr L from Edinburgh

This is the ideal boating holiday for anyone who does not like working locks but finds the Norfolk Broads rather boring. Caley Cruisers offer a very professional service and their website provides plenty of useful information.
Miss D from Surbiton

If its not the holiday, its the experience that you will be talking about for years to come!
Mr A from Glasgow

This boat yard are very well organised which makes it a pleasure to cruise with Caley.
Mr C from Chorley

A very relaxing, no stress holiday.
Mr L from Okehampton

The views were spectacular, very relaxing and enjoyable.
Mr B from Peterhead

The staff were most helpful and I would recommend a trip to Scotland for anyone anywhere in the UK. We travelled from Cornwall and it was well worth the 12 hour journey. The video and training was excellent, we have been on boats on the Thames and Norfolk Broads many times and never have we had such a good hand over – thank you very much!
Mr L from Saltash

Terrific experience with stunning scenery.
Mr R from Northwich

I will challenge anyone not to feel relaxed after a couple of days on the water. Gently motoring and meandering along the lochs and canals through such breathtaking scenery it is impossible not to wind down and chill out. Everybody was so friendly on the waterway – especially the lock keepers who always had a friendly word to say. We enjoyed all sorts of activities along the way – walking in the hills, Ceilidh dancing in Drumnadrochit, the fabulous food market in Fort William, Celtic presentation in Fort Augustus, swimming in the lochs. My son even had a sighting of the loch ness monster at 3a.m. in the morning one night!! So all in all, a beautiful, relaxing and varied holiday. We could enjoy busy pubs at night in the villages or on the canal side, but we were also able to completely escape. One night we moored on the canal side and didn’t see a soul from 6pm until 9am. And to top it all, we had a view of Ben Nevis to the one side and a fantastic sunset on the other. A holiday I think everyone should experience.
Mr O from Whitchurch

A very peaceful and relaxing holiday.
Mrs B from Brackley

This has got to be the most tranquil chilled out holiday ever, everything from initial contact through training to handover at the end is so well organised you don’t need to worry at all. The moorings along the route have the best showering and toilet facilities I have ever encountered.
Mr M from High Wycombe

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Book the narrowboat Hawthorn (sleeps 6) in River Thames And Wey – Surrey from Hoseasons. Reference BH1850

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Hawthorn – narrowboat in River Thames And Wey sleeping 6

Hawthorn - narrowboat - River Thames And Wey
Hawthorn – narrowboat – River Thames And Wey

Hawthorn is a narrowboat available from Guildford Boat House in River Thames And Wey

For over 30 years, the Chase family has been offering a warm welcome and a personal service from their base in the heart of Guildford – convenient for cruising the River Wey, River Thames, Basingstoke Canal and even the Kennet and Avon Canal. Their experience and skill means you can be sure of well equipped and well maintained boats.<br/>If you are a first time cruiser, you might like the idea of cruising on the River Wey. The route from Guildford down to Weybridge has only 10 self operating locks which means by the time you reach the River Thames area you will be feeling more confident in getting through the locks as you continue on your holiday afloat.<br/>If you don't wish to take your car, Guildford Boathouse is located less than a mile from the Railway station, where taxis are readily available.

This narrowboat can sleep up to 6 people.

  • Enclosed semi-traditional rear cockpit with extra seating
  • Both the permanent double and two singles can be left made up
  • 2 bathrooms, one with a hip bath/shower

Bath • Multi Toilet • Multi Shower • Bicycles Allowed • No Pets

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Book the cruiser Trent Bridge (sleeps 6) in Acle – Norfolk from Hoseasons. Reference BH1478

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Trent Bridge – cruiser in Acle sleeping 6

Trent Bridge - cruiser - Acle
Trent Bridge – cruiser – Acle

Trent Bridge is a cruiser available from Bridgecraft in Acle

With a fleet ranging from 2 berth to 9 berth and with a choice of styles and layouts, there is a cruiser from Bridgecraft to suit everyone. And from its family-run base at Acle on the River Bure, you can be sure of a carefully maintained and immaculately presented craft, well positioned for making the most of a varied and interesting Broads holiday.

This cruiser can sleep up to 6 people.

  • Single floor level throughout
  • Sliding sunroof over saloon
  • Forward well with seating, access from stateroom/saloon
  • Aft access for easy mooring

240 Volts • DVD • Sliding Canopy • Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Trent Bridge from Bridgecraft

My daughter and I enjoyed one of the best weeks ever experienced on a boating holiday, the boat was everything we wanted. I have never been so relaxed and care free in my life, I can highly recommend this yard and boat to anybody.
Mr H from Blackpool

A very enjoyable experience, with the freedom to go wherever you please, the holiday was very good value for money.
Mr S from South Sheilds

the whole family loveS to go to the Broads (including grandad) – the scenery and wildlife is wonderful and even when the weather is wet you can still potter about in your boat.
Mrs E from Romsey

The Broads is a wondeful place for a family vacation. The team were hospitable.
Mrs G from Norfolk

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Book the cruiser Swan Romance (sleeps 5) in Brundall – Norfolk from Hoseasons. Reference BH1448

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Swan Romance – cruiser in Brundall sleeping 5

Swan Romance - cruiser - Brundall
Swan Romance – cruiser – Brundall

Swan Romance is a cruiser available from Swancraft in Brundall

Swancraft is a well-established family-run boatyard where Tony, Jenny and their son Paul pride themselves on the high standard of their fleet of cruisers and the personal service they provide to all their visitors. The very well equipped fleet includes the most up to date sports cruisers. A new centre cockpit design and new 2 – 4 berth cruisers with whirl pool bath have been introduced over the last few years.

This cruiser can sleep up to 5 people.

  • Split sliding canopy allowing a choice of left or right hand side open
  • Warm air heating
  • Colour co-ordinated interior
  • 14" TV/video player with 4 films
  • All cabins ensuite

Microwave • 240 Volts • Multi Toilet • DVD • Bow Thruster • Multi Shower • Fixed Berths • Sliding Canopy

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What do other people say about Swan Romance from Swancraft

If you have never experienced a boating holiday then you have truly missed out. My family and I have brought back with us the most amazing memories. I had never driven a boat before and was apprehensive but it was so easy and we all had a brilliant time – go for it!!
Mrs. M from Cowdenbeath

A relaxing and peaceful way to spend time away from the hussle and bussle of everyday life.
Mrs R from Bishop’s Stortford

Friendly and approachable staff, great value for money, and brilliantly kept boats and boatyard.
Mrs W from Wickford

A great getaway holiday which makes you slow down and enjoy life.
Mr B from Leatherhead

The Norfolk Broads are superb.
Mr. M from Birmingham

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Book the cruiser Swan Royale (sleeps 4) in Brundall – Norfolk from Hoseasons. Reference BH1449

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Swan Royale – cruiser in Brundall sleeping 4

Swan Royale - cruiser - Brundall
Swan Royale – cruiser – Brundall

Swan Royale is a cruiser available from Swancraft in Brundall

Swancraft is a well-established family-run boatyard where Tony, Jenny and their son Paul pride themselves on the high standard of their fleet of cruisers and the personal service they provide to all their visitors. The very well equipped fleet includes the most up to date sports cruisers. A new centre cockpit design and new 2 – 4 berth cruisers with whirl pool bath have been introduced over the last few years.

This cruiser can sleep up to 4 people.

  • Sliding canopy over high level cockpit
  • Warm air heating
  • Full-size refrigerator
  • 14" TV/video player with free films
  • All cabins have ensuite shower and WC

Microwave • 240 Volts • Multi Toilet • DVD • Bow Thruster • Multi Shower • Sliding Canopy

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What do other people say about Swan Royale from Swancraft

A fantastic holiday with something different to see everyday. Lovely scenery and everyone is friendly and helpful.
Ms F from Preston

I will surely recommend anybody a boating holiday in Norfolk Broads. Since I tried this kind of holiday for the first time in 1982, I have been boating with different parties onboard four time since that, and I am sure I will return!
Mr J from Copenhagen

We took our holiday again with Swancraft with whom we are regular visitors. As always the boat was presented to us in immaculate condition. Swancraft operate a highly effective maintenance regime and we have only had one minor problem in many weeks of hire. This was responded to very promptly with no loss of cruising time. The fleet is fitted out to a very high standard. All boats now have bow thrusters fitted. The standard of customer care at this yard is excellent from the initial welcome through to tuition and boat handover. The yard is particularly flexible and are happy to help in any way that they can. Credits to the boat hire industry.
Mr J from Hull

A wonderful holiday, very relaxing and there are several pubs to stop at and eat.
Mr A from Kidderminster

Perfect relaxation, perfectly still evenings and good pub food!
Mr V from Norfolk

We chose this holiday for some peace and tranquility, we certainly got that and more. Everyone was so friendly and it was our first time on a boat and we found it was easier than we thought it would be – we’ll definitely be back!
Mr R from Tenterden

This was my second holiday on the Norfolk Broads, and by far the best. The gentleman from Swancraft was very informative and helpful, and my first impressions of the boatyard were of a very professional and well managed company. The two boats I took over in the course of the week were both very clean and well-kept.
Mr M from Strensall

I would recommend this holiday to others and particularly Swancraft who provide a very friendly and professional service with a fleet of modern, superbly maintained craft.
Mr J from Kingston Upon Hull

We really liked the improvements that were made to our boat, inc the ‘bow thruster’
Mrs R from Bromley

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Book the cruiser Sunray (sleeps 4) in Cambridgeshire Waterways – Cambridgeshire from Hoseasons. Reference BH1428

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Sunray – cruiser in Cambridgeshire Waterways sleeping 4

Sunray - cruiser - Cambridgeshire Waterways
Sunray – cruiser – Cambridgeshire Waterways

Sunray is a cruiser available from Bridge Boatyard in Cambridgeshire Waterways

You start your holiday from Bridge Boatyard from the very heart of the peaceful and picturesque Fenland waterways – the fleet is based in Ely, overlooked by its magnificent and world-famous cathedral. The varied choice of well-fitted and laid out boats sleep from 2 to 6 people, and the range includes a traditional narrowboat as well as the racier sports cruiser style.

This cruiser can sleep up to 4 people.

  • High level aft deck with seating and table
  • Folding canopy which can be lowered for negotiating bridges
  • Radiator central heating
  • Soft furnishings and fitted carpets
  • Each cabin has a wardrobe and wash basin

Fixed Berths • Bicycles Allowed • No Pets

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What do other people say about Sunray from Bridge Boatyard

The boatyard people were very friendly, helpful and reassuring for two novice boaters – a big thank you to Bridge Boatyard.
Mrs E from Lee-On-The-Solent

I would recommend it to anyone. If was nerve racking at the start expecially as we’de never handled a boat before, but we soon got the hang of it. The scenery and pace of life was wonderful and most of the boat people were very friendly and helpful.
Mrs S from Glasgow

The fens were peaceful in October. We could cruise for hours without seeing other boats – we had Wicken Fen all to ourselves!
Mr C from Halifax

Very helpful staff.
Mr S from St Leonards On Sea

Fantastic area to boat in. Not too crowded and superb scenery.
Mr H from Burstwick

One of the beat relaxing Holidays we have had our 9 yr old daughter also had a great time. Plenty of moorings even in the Towns. Enjoyed every part from start to finish
Mr L from Wickford

Relaxing and varied, we all enjoyed it.
Mrs P from Shrewsbury

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