F.A.Q
Full training concerning safety will be provided. This will include the use of automatic life jackets,
fire blanket, fire extinguishers, first aid kit and the life belt. Also the location of safety signage and potential hazards.
A manual entitled 'Safe Boat Handling' is provided.
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An Inland Waterways Helmsman Instructor will spend a minimum of one hour with you. We will explain how everything works on the boat and the boat handling techniques. We want you to feel happy and confident. There is no rush, we have all the time in the world to help and assist you.
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| 3. WHAT IF WE ARRIVE IN BATH ON THE TRAIN? At no extra charge a seven seater car will collect you from the station and return you to the station at the end of your holiday. |
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4. PARKING |
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5. IS IT POSSIBLE FOR SOMEONE TO STEER THE BOAT? Yes, skippered boat hire is available at a cost of £70.00 per day. |
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| 6. WHAT SPEED SHOULD WE GO, AND HOW FAR CAN WE GO? Please respect other boaters, excessive speed is always a source of concern. If you are asked to slow down, you are going too fast. The maximum speed limit is 4mph, however 2mph is advisable when passing oncoming boats and moored boats. To calculate how far you can travel, allow an average speed of 3mph plus 15 minutes per lock or swing bridge. A map and various guide books are provided. If you wish to plan your route in advance go to www.waterscape.com or www.katrust.org for more information. | 
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7. HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN SLEEP ON THE BOAT? |
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8. WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE? click here for a detailed list of what is included. |
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9. WHAT SHOULD WE BRING WITH US? Non slip shoes, sun cream in the summer, waterproof jackets, mobile and camcorder chargers. You can bring other electrical appliances but please check with us first. If you have an iPod it can be connected to our sound system. There is a collection of books, DVDs CDs and games onboard, you are welcome to bring more. Everything else is provided, just bring loads of food and drink. |  |
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You will have enough diesel and gas for your trip, but you will need to top up with water every other day. The water points are marked on the map. | |
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Instead of charging a £45 non returnable damage waiver, we ask for £100 damage deposit at the start of your holiday, returnable in full. We highly recommend you purchase travel and cancellation insurance. We have researched the market and have found this comparison site to be the best. Insurance Price Comparison site. |
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Pets are allowed at no extra charge. Please keep them off the furniture and the bedding. |
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The boat is equipped with a digital radio, freeview TV, 300 watt surround sound system, DVD and CD player. Don't forget to bring your Ipod. | |
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Bikes can be stored on the roof of the boat at no extra charge. |
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Our Welcome Pack includes, tea, coffee, sugar, fresh milk, and a bottle of wine ready chilled for your arrival. | |
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Children are welcome of all ages. |  |
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17. WHAT DOES 'GRAND CRU' MEAN? It is a wine classification, top quality red or white Burgundy from France. Get wikipedia description here ! | |
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You will need an EA rod licence, easily available. We can advise you on how to get a licence and which bait and tackle to use. Go to waterscape or environmental agency to purchase your rod licence online. We can also arrange the purchase of local fishing permits. Go to Bathampton AA for expert fishing information. N.B. no live bait in the boat please. |
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We can provide a wheelchair ramp to get aboard the boat, but there are steps to get into the boat. |  |
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20. WHERE CAN WE MOOR OVERNIGHT? You can moor anywhere you like on the towpath side of the canal except: where you see a sign. 'private mooring', mooring reserved for lock or swing bridge use, turning points (winding holes),water points, and between locks that are very close to each other. If you are on the river always moor towards the flow of water. | |
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Phone: 0044 1225 312935. Free collection from Bath Railway Station. We can arrange collection from Bristol Airport. If you wish, bring your national flag to display on the boat. | |
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A 25% deposit is required when booking, followed by full payment four weeks prior to the hire date. All credit cards are welcome. |
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23. HOW GREEN IS CANAL BOATING
Take the fuel a Boeing 747 consumes during a ten hour flight and transfer it to Grand Cru. |