Water babies Narrowboat hire

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  Lynda Woodburn

  What an absolute pleasure from start to finish with Karen and Chris from Water Babies. This was our first time barging and Karen and Chris both went out of their way to make sure we felt confident to set sail on our own. Communication was first class and clear instruction from Chris on the first day ensured we had a fun filled few days. Dolly Mixture has absolutely everything you could need and the Lancaster canal is an easy first trip. Many lovely places to moor and lots of wildlife. We took our dog along with us which added to the fun; she loved it as much as we did. We will definitely be back and would recommend Water Babies to anyone wanting to try barging or those who are experienced wanting a lovely few days.

  30-04-2023
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  Karen Lewis

  We had a great few days on Dolly Mixture. First time canal boaters. Chris showed us how to drive and operate all the onboard equipment. Very soon we were under way. Heading north we got to Carnforth and back in 4 days. The boat was easy to manoeuvre and great fun to drive. We saw lots of wild life including Kingfishers. We also stopped at a few canal side pubs. The book that we were given made navigation easy and showed where to moor, shop and explore. The boat was comfortable and clean. Thanks to everyone at Water babies

  30-09-2022
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  Darren McSweeney

  Great little boat, just back from a long weekend hire. We’re seasoned boaters and used to much longer narrowboats, but Dolly Mixture was a pleasure to handle and so much easier to turn round! Everything was ready when we arrived and a quick trip down the canal to the nearest winding hole and back for familiarisation and tuition on the boats controls etc. When we were both happy we left the stunning private mooring and set off towards Lancaster. An unexpected April snow shower had me hiding under a bridge for a while at Galgate, but the sun came out as we approached the Water Witch at Lancaster. Overnight moored outside the pub in the very comfortable bed and mid morning took a trip over the aqueduct to Hest Bank where we ate at the Hest Bank Hotel before winding and heading back towards Lancaster as on Sunday we were heading to Guys Thatched Hamlet. Another comfortable night, we needed the central heating in the morning as the boat was covered in frost, an early start for a leisurely full morning cruise to Guys. Bar meal at Guys then winding again before heading north again to be back at base for 10am Monday. Thank you for an enjoyable weekend, a lovely boat.

  30-05-2022
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  Jerry Kell

  I can't praise Jay and Water Babies enough. The boat is well maintained, has everything you need and performs perfectly. Jay is a lovely person who can't do enough for you. We aren't new to Narrowboating but if you are , do not hesitate at all as Jay will stay with you as long as you need him to and explain everything in his friendly, at ease manner. The Lancaster is a gorgeous canal with loads to explore or picturesque if all you want to do is relax. The mooring where Water Babies is based in itself is stunning to begin with and the holiday just keeps on giving. Can't fault the company one bit. Fantastic.

  30-05-2022
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  Claire Taylor

  First time on a narrowboat and absolutely loved it!! Tuition was easy to understand and boat was immaculate!!! Will definitely be going back and highly recommended 👌

  30-05-2022
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  missb173

  Just got off dolly mixture.. what a fantastic week Boat had everything we needed and more Jay was fantastic would definitely do this trip again Thanks again for a very memorable birthday week Chris and marybeth

  30-05-2022
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  Pat Fisher

  Hi we have just bn on a 5 day holiday on the lovely Dolly mixture.I fell in love with this fabulous little boat it has such character & Soul.I think myself & my partener ov 32 yrs had one ov the loveliest breaks that we av ever had.I would recomemend any-one 2 try this type ov holiday .It is so civilised & every one is so pleasant.The boat owner J was lovely he couldnt av bn nicer nothing was any problem 2 him .He gave us tuition b4 we set off which was priceless & he didnt leave us untill we felt safe & we ad understood his instruction which was grt.We will b goin bac nxt yr 2 c Dolly mixture & J -4 sure.Many Thanx much lv pat & Trevor XX

  30-05-2022
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  Sandra Riley

  We had a great time in "Dolly " despite the canal waterlevel being very low. We met some very nice people who were very helpful to a pair of novice boaters. Jay, the owner, went "the extra mile" to ensure we had a good time. The boat was extremely comfortable. We were very sad our time came to an end and we hope to return early next spring for another adventure along our local canal.

  30-05-2022
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  Emily Hall

  We have just got back from a lovely week away on Dolly mixture. Very clean and tidy with lots of thoughtful touches throughout such as umbrellas, WiFi and torch etc. Jay was very friendly and told us everything we needed to know about the boat and the canal itself. Would recommend to anyone. Thanks Jay!

  30-05-2022
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  Catherine Wrigley

  Had a lovely long weekend cruising down the Lancaster Canal on Dolly Mixture. The boat has got everything that you need and is very well neat and tidy throughout. We had great instruction and the owner made the entire process enjoyable and professional. Highly recommend, we will be back. Thank you.

  30-05-2022