Waterways Holidays Reviews 

490
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Considering 49 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently found the booking process straightforward and simple. Many people appreciated the company's website, describing it as easy to use, informative, and simple to navigate. Reviewers frequently highlighted the staff and customer service as exceptionally helpful, polite, and knowledgeable. The service provided is often described as professional, efficient, and clear, with information and advice being easy to understand. Customers also noted the quick responses and the overall pleasant and reassuring experience provided by the team.

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Staff

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Booking process

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Service

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Website

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was very easy to book, quick response after pressing book from a lady who called to take payment, much preferred this way rather than having to input details on booking site. Very polite, and exp... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just booked a week on one of their luxury cruisers. Their website is easy to use, concise and transparent so you know exactly what you’re getting. Good menu to help you choose your location and da... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We booked the boat we thought would suit our needs and the next morning I got the confirmation phone call and all the necessary information. Payment was made and an easy trouble free experience was a... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Remarkably simple compared to other booking forms. I requested the size and date and voila! Form completed satisfactorily. I then telephoned your agent Mark who was extremely helpful and efficient.... See more


Company details

  1. Boat tour agency
  2. Holiday accommodation service
  3. Holiday Apartment Rental
  4. Self-Catering Accommodation
  5. Holiday home letting agency
  6. Vacation rental

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Waterways Holidays specialise in offering self-drive boating holidays on the UK canals, rivers and Norfolk Broads. Offering over 1,800 boats from a choice of 80 different start locations in England, Scotland and Wales, we can find a holiday afloat to suit everyone. The types of boats offered include narrowboats, cruisers and yachts (both modern and traditional) and no previous boating experience is required as full instruction is provided at the start of your holiday. We also offer boating holidays on the waterways of France, Germany and Portugal for those looking to venture a little further afield.


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

I have a very pleasant conversation with a real person, who was knowledgeable about the boats and very friendly. Booking, was uncomplicated, fully explained and so excellent service.

20 April 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your lovely feedback and 5 stars. Our whole team are acive boaters and love sharing their experiences with our customers to ensure you have the best possible holiday :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful

Thank you to the team for helping me narrow down the choices available and making the booking process very effortless.

19 April 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

You are most welcome Sue and thank you so much for your 5 star review

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly and easy

I reserved our boat online and was immediately contacted by phone, email and text with instructions how to make payments. Staff very friendly and provided all the information needed

16 April 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your 5 star review and very kind feedback Mary. Have a wonderful holiday

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Hire Boat staff

Website was very clear. All questions were responded to accurately and very timely. Staff was extremely knowledgeable and helpful.

12 April 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your 5 stars and very kind feedback Steven. We wish you a fantastic holiday

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

VERY EASY TO BOOK ONLINE AND QUICK…

VERY EASY TO BOOK ONLINE AND QUICK RESPONSE OF PHONE BACK TO CONFIRM BOOKING, VERY PLEASED WITH THE OUTCOME THANK YOU

9 April 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much for your very positive feedback and 5 stars - we wish you a very enjoyable holiday

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to book

Easy to book, and the boat info included suggested itineraries for the period we had booked, which was super helpful.

10 April 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you Tracey, glad you found the information helpful

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Very Friendly, Helpful & Efficient Staff

Abbie was very friendly, helpful and efficient and her colleague Trudi was the same. All my questions were answered and my query regarding parking was handled to my satisfaction.

8 April 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you. Your positive feedback is really appreciated

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Happy Aussie

Prompt responses with lots of helpful info. Happy to called in Australia. No pressure to settle quickly.

14 March 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank Andrew. Have a wonderful holiday

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The booking process was quite easy

The booking process was quite easy. A quick filling of a form and then a phonecall back and it was all done. Great to book with and then to be able to deal directly with the boat hire company.

22 February 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your feedback Mike. We really appreciate your 5 stars :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Booking was easy

Booking was easy - did it online. Received a confirmation phone call the next day (friendly, efficient lady on the phone) followed by detailed email of what to do next etc. Very impressed and now hoping the rest is 'plain sailing'!

26 February 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much for your 5 star review and very kind feedback. We wish you a wonderful, relaxing holiday

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I really appreciated the fast responses…

I really appreciated the fast responses and help from Trudi. We are so ex it’s for this trip and Trudi has helped make it possible

22 February 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much for your 5 star review Ginger. We really appreciate your very kind feedback. Have a fantastic holiday!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I made the booking out of hours

I made the booking out of hours, but received an email to say someone would call me the following day. I was called by Mark the next day, who took me through the payment process. He asked if I had any questions about the holiday or boat we were going to have, which I didn't. He also talked me through what was included in the payment as well as what was on the boat. Very thorough, very professional service

20 February 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your lovely feedback Sue. Your comments have been passed to Mark and we wish you a fantastic holiday

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Looking forward to our barge holiday

The website is informative and easy to use. My online booking was quickly followed up by a phone call to explain all that the booking included and once I was happy that I had all the information I needed my deposit was paid, quickly followed by a confirmation email. The representative was very friendly and informative asking me to call back if I had any questions at a later date.

15 February 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your 5 start review and very kind feedback Gillian. We wish you a fabulous holiday!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Quick, straightforward and customer-friendly

Prompt telephone follow-up to my online reservation. Judy was clear, friendly and very helpful. When she read back to me the dates I had entered, I realised I had made a mistake, and we were able to quickly rectify it. She also gave helpful information and recommendations about routes we could take.

9 February 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your lovely review Robin. It's really appreciated. Have an amazing holiday!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent

Excellent, friendly and extremely knowledgeable Company. Thank you

7 February 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much Janet

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Polite and very Patient

The follow up call was made whilst I was driving home from a break in Dorset.
The caller was very polite and importantly patient speaking with my wife in the car dealing with the road noise.
Friendly and jovial as we dealt with our requirements and details then sought to fulfill our wishes.

5 February 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your very kind review Max. Have a great holiday!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Smooth and simple booking

It is easy to find exactly what you want from the website then the phone booking was easy too. The agent was welcoming, friendly and helpful. So the whole experience was smooth and simple so we have no doubts we've gone with the right people and are looking forward to our holiday.

5 February 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

We're delighted you found our website useful in finding your ideal holiday. Thank you for booking with us Fiona

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Real people, helpful, practical

Real people at the end of the phone - friendly and helpful too. Great website which is easy to navigate (excuse the pun!) and personalise trip planning. Plenty of pictures, route suggestions, boat layout plans. decent prices. all good.

29 January 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Dear Paula,
We were delighted to read your lovely review - thank you so much and have an amazing holiday!

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