Archive for March, 2010

Book the cruiser Alpha Lysander (sleeps 9) in Brundall – Norfolk from Hoseasons. Reference BH1011

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Alpha Lysander – cruiser in Brundall sleeping 9

Alpha Lysander - cruiser - Brundall
Alpha Lysander – cruiser – Brundall

Alpha Lysander is a cruiser available from Alpha Craft in Brundall

Alpha Craft is a long established family boatyard which designs and builds all its own boats. This means that the range on offer has been developed to match the needs of today's Broads holidaymakers – from couples looking for romance and a four-poster bed to groups of friends looking for spacious 12 berth comfort.

This cruiser can sleep up to 9 people.

  • Single floor level throughout
  • Steps up to high level cockpit with sliding canopy
  • Large windows
  • 240v system
  • Warm air heating heating
  • Microwave
  • Playstation 2/DVD
  • Hair dryer
  • Two shower/wc rooms, one with sit bath

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

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What do other people say about Alpha Lysander from Alpha Craft

I thoroughly recommend a boating holiday on the Norfolk Broads, but suggest you avoid hiring the Lysander.
Mrs F from Paignton

Brundall is the best place to start with lots of moorings, pubs and shops. This is my fourth boating holiday with Alpha Craft and I cannot fault the service!
Mrs P from Bridgwater

I would recommend this boatyard as they were very friendly and helpful, and the boat was clean on arrival. We have booked at the same boatyard next year, this time hiring two boats to take the whole family!
Mrs G from Sinfin

The Broads experience is one of a kind. Relaxing, but not boring as there is plenty to see and do all over the Norfolk Broads for all ages. If you haven’t been before you should and I guarantee you will be back!!
Mr W from Stonehaven

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Alpha Lysander is available through Hoseasons

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


Book the cruiser Great Gem (sleeps 10) in Hickling & Stalham – Norfolk from Hoseasons. Reference BH1197

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Great Gem – cruiser in Hickling & Stalham sleeping 10

Great Gem - cruiser - Hickling & Stalham
Great Gem – cruiser – Hickling & Stalham

Great 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 10 people.

  • 240v system
  • Easy fold-down canopy over the saloon
  • Warm air heating
  • Full-size fridge
  • Microwave
  • Vacuum cleaner
  • DVD
  • Stereo radio
  • Two WC/shower rooms

Microwave • 240 Volts • Multi Toilet • DVD • Multi Shower • Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Great Gem from Richardsons Cruisers

Fabulous relaxing times as you “put-put” in one direction, only to “put-put” back a few hours or days later!
Mrs B from Bolton

Holiday was fantastic and covered miles for 1 week, (covered everything we wanted) would suggest this to anyone looking for a good boating holiday, keep on with the hard work and great service that we had.
Mrs K from Horndean

Northern Broads are much prettier than the Southern Broads but bridge restrictions and overcrowding are a problem.
Ms G from Kingston Upon Thames

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Great Gem is available through Hoseasons

Great Gem is available through Hoseasons – Hoseasons have boating holidays all over Europe, so if Great Gem 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 narrowboat Tana Fjord (sleeps 4) in Cheshire Ring – Cheshire from Hoseasons. Reference BH1575

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Tana Fjord – narrowboat in Cheshire Ring sleeping 4

Tana Fjord - narrowboat - Cheshire Ring
Tana Fjord – narrowboat – Cheshire Ring

Tana Fjord is a narrowboat available from Andersen Boats in Cheshire Ring

Andersen Boats is a long-established boatyard with a well deserved reputation for very high standards of design, furnishing and fittings throughout its quality fleet. The base is ideally positioned for a choice of picturesque and interesting cruising options, including the Llangollen Canal, the Marple aqueduct and the Anderton Lift.

This narrowboat can sleep up to 4 people.

  • New in 2007 and 2008
  • Semi-traditional stern
  • 240v system
  • Microwave

Microwave • 240 Volts • Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Tana Fjord from Andersen Boats

The whole holiday was wonderful and the boat was spotless and had lovely homely touches. The owners of the boatyard were very friendly and patient (they showed us how to do the locks)! The scenery and public houses on route were amazing and the food was very good. I would definItely recommend this holiday to anyone.
Mrs C from Middleton In Teesdale

It makes you relax, you discover a different England at 4 mph in the countryside away from roads.
Mr B from Liverpool

The perfect antidote to today’s frantic pace of life.
Mr S from Leven

Easy going and interesting – a very relaxing experience.
Mr C from Levenshulme

With a two man crew the Cheshire Ring was physically hard and a real challenge for our 6 day voyage, but very satisfying to complete.
Mr G from Orpington

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Tana Fjord is available through Hoseasons

Tana Fjord is available through Hoseasons – Hoseasons have boating holidays all over Europe, so if Tana Fjord isn’t your cup of tea, have a look at other narrowboats in Cheshire Ring, or browse through boats available in other areas of the UK (or why not try boating in another area?)


Book the cruiser London Bridge (sleeps 6) in Acle – Norfolk from Hoseasons. Reference BH1545

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

London Bridge – cruiser in Acle sleeping 6

London Bridge - cruiser - Acle
London Bridge – cruiser – Acle

London 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.

  • Bow thruster for ease of handling
  • Low-wash hull
  • Fully sliding roof
  • Two wc/shower rooms (ensuite rear double cabin)

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

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What do other people say about London Bridge from Bridgecraft

As a couple this was a new experience, boating on the Norfolk Broads and it was wonderful. Away from the hectic speed of modern day life to a quiet pace with friendly faces wherever we went. People wave as you pass other boats, you talk to your neighbours when you are moored for the night and there is always a ready helper to assist with mooring if you are unsure. Our friends with a dog joined us for a few days in the middle of the holiday and they were also impressed with the experience, plenty of places for doggy walks and he soon settled into the routine as we all did.
Mr F from Newark

A most relaxing, get away from it all holiday. Being “Captain” of your own, comfortable, well equipped and easy to drive motor cruiser, meandering along the different rivers, taking in the beautiful scenery which changes daily as you explore the Broads. Fantastic for all nature and bird lovers. You really can’t beat gently motoring along one of the rivers on a lovely warm sunny day, watching kingfishers hunting for fish from an overhanging branch of a tree or seeing the many ducks, swans and geese with their babies bobbing along behind them – hoping you’ll throw them some bread! Just BLISS!
Mr S from Tadworth

Having decided to do 2 centres this year we first went to Barbados for the first 11 days and then the Broads. The Broads turned out to be the part most enjoyed by all our family!
Mr M from Southend-On-Sea

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London Bridge is available through Hoseasons

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


Book the narrowboat Fjord Princess (sleeps 4) in Cheshire Ring – Cheshire from Hoseasons. Reference BH1175

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Fjord Princess – narrowboat in Cheshire Ring sleeping 4

Fjord Princess - narrowboat - Cheshire Ring
Fjord Princess – narrowboat – Cheshire Ring

Fjord Princess is a narrowboat available from Andersen Boats in Cheshire Ring

Andersen Boats is a long-established boatyard with a well deserved reputation for very high standards of design, furnishing and fittings throughout its quality fleet. The base is ideally positioned for a choice of picturesque and interesting cruising options, including the Llangollen Canal, the Marple aqueduct and the Anderton Lift.

This narrowboat can sleep up to 4 people.

  • Semi-traditional stern
  • 240v system
  • Microwave
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron

Microwave • 240 Volts • Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Fjord Princess from Andersen Boats

Sorry, there are currently no reviews for Fjord Princess. If you have been on this boat, please leave any comments below to help your fellow boating holiday makers.

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Fjord Princess is available through Hoseasons

Fjord Princess is available through Hoseasons – Hoseasons have boating holidays all over Europe, so if Fjord Princess isn’t your cup of tea, have a look at other narrowboats in Cheshire Ring, or browse through boats available in other areas of the UK (or why not try boating in another area?)


Book the narrowboat Hascombe (sleeps 2) in River Thames And Wey – Surrey from Hoseasons. Reference BH1535

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Hascombe – narrowboat in River Thames And Wey sleeping 2

Hascombe - narrowboat - River Thames And Wey
Hascombe – narrowboat – River Thames And Wey

Hascombe 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 2 people.

  • Cruiser stern
  • Fitted carpets
  • DVD

DVD • Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Hascombe from Guildford Boat House

We had a fantastic long weekend away, spending time together in a tranquil environment and forgetting all the stresses and worries of the world – really what a holiday is all about!
Miss D from Cobham

A great holiday – freedom and adventure at an easy pace.
Rev D from Holyhead

Without doubt one of the best holidays I’ve ever had! From the information received beforehand to the end of the holiday, everything was perfect – I will definitely do this type of holiday again and Hoseasons will be the company of choice!
Mr C from Surrey

Absolutely. We did not want to give the boat back!
Miss S from Feltham

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Hascombe is available through Hoseasons

Hascombe is available through Hoseasons – Hoseasons have boating holidays all over Europe, so if Hascombe isn’t your cup of tea, have a look at other narrowboats in River Thames And Wey, or browse through boats available in other areas of the UK (or why not try boating in another area?)


Book the narrowboat Explorer 4 (sleeps 6) in Oxford And Grand Union Canal – Warwickshire from Hoseasons. Reference BH1155

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Explorer 4 – narrowboat in Oxford And Grand Union Canal sleeping 6

Explorer 4 - narrowboat - Oxford And Grand Union Canal
Explorer 4 – narrowboat – Oxford And Grand Union Canal

Explorer 4 is a narrowboat available from Napton Narrowboats in Oxford And Grand Union Canal

In beautiful Warwickshire at the junction of the South Oxford and Grand Union Canals, Napton Narrowboats offer an excellent choice of routes. Their superb fleet of extremely quiet and comfortable boats are well known for their innovative design and quality fittings and furnishings.

This narrowboat can sleep up to 6 people.

  • Semi-traditional stern
  • Easy to handle
  • Extremely comfortable boat for four

240 Volts • Bath • DVD

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What do other people say about Explorer 4 from Napton Narrowboats

Four of us went on our canal boat holiday and had a fantastic time. We are looking forward to another trip. We have absolutely no complaints and have already recommended it to several people and we have only just got back. We only wished that we had had a week instead of the four days. Three of us were first-timers and the staff at the boatyard could not have been more helpful.
Mrs G from Steyning

I would recommend this holiday as it was a fun thing to do with the kids as we all had to muck in.
Mrs S from Milton Keynes

A real “Back in Time” break away from the hussle and bussle of modern life. A slow tour through the beautiful countryside, close up experience of the resurgence of nature, such as the number of dragon flies, ducks and sygnets, combined with exercise. Added bonus of excellent pubs and restaurants dotted along the way, and like minded people.
Mr N from Hastings

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Explorer 4 is available through Hoseasons

Explorer 4 is available through Hoseasons – Hoseasons have boating holidays all over Europe, so if Explorer 4 isn’t your cup of tea, have a look at other narrowboats in Oxford And Grand Union Canal, or browse through boats available in other areas of the UK (or why not try boating in another area?)


Book the narrowboat Crofton (sleeps 6) in Kennet And Avon Canal – Berkshire from Hoseasons. Reference BH1125

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Crofton – narrowboat in Kennet And Avon Canal sleeping 6

Crofton - narrowboat - Kennet And Avon Canal
Crofton – narrowboat – Kennet And Avon Canal

Crofton is a narrowboat available from Reading Marine Company in Kennet And Avon Canal

Well positioned for cruising the picturesque and peaceful Kennet and Avon Canal and the River Thames, the Reading Marine fleet (operated by U K Boat Hire) offers a superb choice of well fitted and equipped narrowboats. Personal service and beautifully maintained and managed craft are guaranteed at this boatyard, which has been welcoming a high level of repeat visitors for over 38 years.

This narrowboat can sleep up to 6 people.

  • Cruiser stern
  • 240V system
  • Radiator central heating
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Fitted carpets
  • Fixed double midship
  • 2 wc compartments, one with shower

Multi Toilet • Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Crofton from Reading Marine Company

We will recommend this – it was brilliant!
Mrs H from Heathfield

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Crofton is available through Hoseasons

Crofton is available through Hoseasons – Hoseasons have boating holidays all over Europe, so if Crofton isn’t your cup of tea, have a look at other narrowboats in Kennet And Avon Canal, or browse through boats available in other areas of the UK (or why not try boating in another area?)


Book the cruiser Diamond Gem (sleeps 10) in Hickling & Stalham – Norfolk from Hoseasons. Reference BH1135

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Diamond Gem – cruiser in Hickling & Stalham sleeping 10

Diamond Gem - cruiser - Hickling & Stalham
Diamond Gem – cruiser – Hickling & Stalham

Diamond 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 10 people.

  • 240v system
  • Forward well with seating and sliding canopy over saloon
  • Warm air heating
  • Microwave
  • DVD
  • Stereo radio
  • Two WC compartments, one with shower

Microwave • 240 Volts • Multi Toilet • DVD • Sliding Canopy • Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Diamond Gem from Richardsons Cruisers

Sorry, there are currently no reviews for Diamond Gem. If you have been on this boat, please leave any comments below to help your fellow boating holiday makers.

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Diamond Gem is available through Hoseasons

Diamond Gem is available through Hoseasons – Hoseasons have boating holidays all over Europe, so if Diamond Gem 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 Clear Horizon (sleeps 6) in Acle – Norfolk from Hoseasons. Reference BH1105

Saturday, March 20th, 2010

Clear Horizon – cruiser in Acle sleeping 6

Clear Horizon - cruiser - Acle
Clear Horizon – cruiser – Acle

Clear Horizon is a cruiser available from Horizon Craft in Acle

Choice is the byword at Horizon Craft – not only in terms of the ranges of styles, layouts and sizes in the fleet, but also in terms of your cruising options. These take in the broadland capital of Wroxham and the picturesque northern reaches of the Broads, as well as the glittering seaside attractions of Great Yarmouth to the south. Whatever you choose, you'll enjoy a well maintained boat and superb service from friendly and efficient staff.

This cruiser can sleep up to 6 people.

  • Full sliding canopy over saloon
  • Single floor level throughout
  • Large forward sundeck with seating
  • Forward and aft access for ease of mooring
  • Roomy cockpit
  • Easy to handle
  • Ducted warm air central heating – ideal for early or late season cruising
  • Electric fridge
  • Soft furnishings and fitted carpets
  • DVD
  • Two shower/WC rooms.

Multi Toilet • DVD • Multi Shower • Fixed Berths • Sliding Canopy • Bicycles Allowed

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What do other people say about Clear Horizon from Horizon Craft

The most relaxed holiday ever! Just floating along on the river and having a drink at riverside bars and restaurants – a holiday for anyone that wants to unwind!
Mrs. W from Liversedge

This has to be the most relaxing, lazy holiday ever. Good for the soul, bringing you close to nature, slow pace, meeting like minded people and seeing something new around ever corner of the waterway. The boat is likened to a floating caravan with all the comforts of home and everyone is your friend – a truly fantastic experience!
Mrs W from Beith

An excellent way to unwind and escape from reality, experience new things and and share quality time as a family.
Mr P from Hornchurch

It is a great way to “get away from it all” into peaceful countryside without being tied down to “where you must be tonight”, but easy to access shopping areas when necessary.
Mr B from Broadstairs

A wonderful experience, lots of enjoyable places to visit, very nice pubs to call at, the people were very friendly and the boat was really lovely and very spacious and easy to drive once we got the hang of it. All in all a very relaxing holiday.
Mrs G from Chesterfield

The staff at base were excellent – very friendly –amp–amp; helpful. The area was lovely and the holiday restful.
Mrs B from Birmingham

A relaxing and enjoyable break away from the everyday hustle and bustle of normal life. When you moor up at the local villages you forget that they are accessible to everyone, it makes you feel like they are just there for the boat users. We had a fantastic time as always – this is our 5th holiday on the Broads!
Miss W from Southampton

We all had a great time and enjoyed every moment!
Mrs G from Market Harborough

I loved my holiday – I was so happy and so relaxed. I most loved the early mornings – it was fantastic when you see how everything wakes up (i.e nature) with cup of coffee in your hands, and all people was so friendly!
Mrs F from Radstock

Plenty of laughs, especially if you can laugh at your own mistakes, will definitely do it again!
Mr D from Leeds

The most relaxing holiday we have ever had!
Mrs A from Crawley

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Clear Horizon is available through Hoseasons

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