Day Boat Hire from Gayton Marina, Northamptonshire

ABC Day Boat Hire

Available to 8 January 2025

Book now from £139.00

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Explore the beautiful waterways of Gayton Marina on an amazing self-drive Day Boat Hire narrowboats

Gayton Marina is surrounded by rural countryside, hills, wooded country, towns and villages making it a perfect location for a beautiful day out on the water.

What to expect on your boat hire day

  • Once you’ve decided on one of the day canal boat hire options, you can collect your boat at 9.30am.
  • Then, after check-in, one of the trained engineers will show you around the boat, to ensure you're well versed before they let you begin your day boating adventure.
  • After a day of cruising along the beautiful waterways, you'll head back to the base ready to hand the boat back by 4.30pm.

Explore the beautiful waterways' wildlife

The waterways are teeming with creatures waiting to be discovered and what better way to observe them than from the comfort of a slow cruising narrow boat?

It may seem unusual for a man made structure to become a natural habitat, however wildlife surveys have proved that this is the case.

Even throughout the most urban of areas, these simulated wetlands attract all different kinds of wildlife, some of which you might not expect!

So don't miss out on this unique day out with family and friends, book now and have your tickets delivered to you instantly via email and SMS!

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  • Wheelchair Access upon request
  • Heating
  • Fridge
  • 4 burner hob
  • Sink
  • Bathroom
  • Cutlery & crockery
  • Indoor/outdoor seating

Some of the boats have heating however some don't, it is worth checking with your instructor on the day.

  • Wheelchair Access upon request
  • Fridge
  • 4 burner hob
  • Sink
  • Bathroom
  • Cutlery & crockery
  • Indoor/outdoor seating
  • Collection and return times are 9:30am - 4:00pm.
  • Return time during the winter months is the time stated or sunset, whichever is earlier.
  • Late return of the boat will be charged at £25 per hour of part thereof.
  • The Hirer must be 18 years old or over.
  • During the first 40 minutes of the hire period the Hirer will receive instruction on boat operations and canal safety.
  • The security deposit (of £100 per boat) will be repaid upon return of the boat to the marina on time; in good condition; without losses, damages or breakages and in the absence of any third party claims.
  • The company insures the boat, its equipment and inventory against public liability risks. The Company’s insurance does not cover personal accidents or loss or damage to personal effects so hirers and crew are advised to take out their own personal insurance cover.

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