December 2023 by Pam Floyd
We hired the RakiRaki boat from Floating Holidays. There were 5 adults hiring.Was a great 4 days away. We took plenty of provisions with us but still went to the Big Lock for dinner on the first night.Ate FAR TOO much over the weekend.Anyway, the team from checking-in through to the end were fab. We had a great tour showing us around the boat and what to do at the end of each day etc. Each of them had a great sense of humour and the dogs were even weighing us well.Good tuition through the first three locks. One guy showing us the locks and another guy helping the skipper to drive.Then we were on our own. It was all good. All took turns driving the boat, and if we can do it, anyone can.Really relaxing weekend.Got back on time and greeted again by the team and the dogs, pretty sure one of the dogs was more excited about seeing us than anyone else...Yep, highly recommend for anyone.
October 2023 by Rob Sneade
This company is exceptional. I rented a large canal barge for several days with a group of friends and we had an awesome weekend. The chap who showed us the ropes was a true gent and very professional, showing us how to operate the barge and use the locks etc and because it was our first time he put us at ease. We had such a great time that we're considering doing it again next summer. Highly recommended. Thank you folks so much!
October 2023 by Sue Pleavin
We had a fabulous weekend on Ankka, loved every minute. Paul was very helpful and friendly when we arrived to pick the boat up, neither me or my husband had been on a canal boat before but had always wanted to try it. We were not disappointed, we enjoyed the boat, the peace & quiet and got to actually relax ? The boat was very clean, comfortable and enough space for the 2 of us plus a Pug ? The only down side, was handing it back ? We will definitely be doing this again...only next time, it'll be for longer than a weekend ?
October 2023 by Jacki Wilkinson
Great first time on a canal boat! The boat was lovely and just as described on the website. The was plenty of room for the 2 of us and would be for 4. The staff at floating holidays were extremely helpful and gave clear instruction regarding the operation and safety of the boat. Paul also lent me his hat as I'd fogotten mine so the customer service really is outstanding! It felt a bit intimidating going through the 3 locks of middlewich but it was a great way to learn the locks and how to manoeuvre the boat (you can go the other way, less locks in one go). That said, it was one of the most relaxing holidays we've ever had and we are definitely going back. We wanted to stay for another week but due to other commitments we were unable. Highly recommend, such a great way to completely unwind.
October 2023 by RA Watkins
Amazing service. Would 100% use them again. Would recommend especially if you are doing a canal holiday for the first time.
October 2023 by Joel Mozer
First rate canal boat hire! This was our first (but certainly not last) canal boat holiday and Paul and Samantha made it great. They worked with us in the months before our vacation (from across The Pond) and answered all of our many questions. When we arrived, we were warmly greeted and checked out on the boat, then sent on our way. Even though we got one of their smaller boats (Lady Sophia), it was was comfortable, easy to maneuver and well equipped for a two week trip. We had a blast and will be returning customers.
August 2023 by simon meir
Great boat, great service (courtesy phone call before we arrived to see if we had any questions - nice touch), comprehensive safety chat and info about the boat before leaving. Boat developed a fault and we had someone out to rescue us mega quickly.
July 2023 by Richard Wigman
A wonderful boat, the steering was good and a very nice shower. The beds are nice soft and firm.The owner is easy going and very helpfull.
July 2023 by Louise Sherrington
Great looking website. Hope to book soon.
June 2023 by Marilyn Quinn
We had our NB for 12 days. Paul was easy to keep in touch with and the boat had everything we needed. Alex was a great asset to Paul?s business. Would highly recommend rentingNoteworthy details: Paul and Alex took care of everything we needed
May 2023 by Tom Lochtie
Great family trip, clean boat, helpful staff and great fun had.
April 2023 by Natalie Stedman
Had the best time with Floating Holidays. We spent 4 nights on Raki Raki, 4 adults and 2 18 month olds, plenty of room. Boat was spotless and really well equipped. We stayed when it was snowy and cold but the heating worked really well and kept us all warm.Paul and his team were amazing, answered any questions, gave us all a demo and took us through the first lock to make sure we knew what we were doing. No doubt if we'd had any problems (which we didn't) they'd have been on hand to help right away.Definitely recommend ?
November 2022 by Sam Perryman
I can highly recommend this company. We booked last minute in August (late review I know ?) and it was all really smooth and easy! Booked directly with Paul who was very helpful and reassuring with all my questions. Parked up at their base in Middlewich, had a H&S demonstration/talk and also was shown how to do the first lock which really helped us learn the ropes.'Our Time' the boat was really lovely and we were so impressed with how well equipped and clean it was. Absolutely no issues at all.We had the absolute best time, the best holiday and we will 100% be booking again. We've always said we wanted holiday on a narrow boat and it surpassed all our expectations. I can't talk about the holiday/canal boating without beaming ear to ear.Thank you Paul and the team at Floating Holidays!
November 2022 by daniel bottomley
Excellent experience with Floating Holidays team and boat! We rented a 60' narrow for 6 people and a baby and we all had an amazing trip. Any issue or questions were swiftly resolved. The boat was very clean, well kitted out and incredibly comfortable, even for 7 people. We did a lot of cooking on the trip and the kitchen was really well equipped - better than a lot of Airbnb's.
November 2022 by Alex Marshall
Excellence service very knowledgable helpful staff. Had a comfortable well equipped boat warm and easy to use. Will be booking again. Along the route we did full of amazing wildlife and glorious views.
