ABC Boat Hire

Have had 3 holidays on boat so far from alvechurch marina boat is always spotlessly clean and in good order. staff very friendly always welcomed when we return. looking forward to the next one.
Apr 30th, 2023

Stressful: Batteries were frequently flat indicating they may need replacing. Hot water pump stopped working. Toilets were out of action within a few days. The boat appeared to be in need of a full service. Information in the manual was out of date. Staff at the Marina were unable to assist in resolving problems.
Apr 9th, 2023

We had a brilliant week on the Capped Heron. The boat was big enough for 2 adults and 2 children without having to use the put up bed in the living room. Facilities on the boat were excellent- everything we needed was provided including waterproofs and the tutorial before we set off was invaluable! Tips for others thinking of doing this- we took some bottled water- there is filtered water thats drinkable but this helped to keep water use low as topping up the tank can take time. Take a couple of meals with you in case you dont moor next to a pub. The shower pumps out straight into the canal- we hadnt realised this or would have looked for an eco friendly shower gel. If you are taking extra loo roll it can only be 2 ply. I was a bit reticent about this holiday but honestly loved it- well definitely do it again
Jan 31st, 2022

First time on a canal boat ! thought we'd try it as we didn't want the hassle of going abroad with this pandemic happening. 4 nights on Rock Bunting, we had a brilliant time. Very clean boat and all the equipment you could need. Birmingham onto Catherine de Barnes, Knowle, Lapworth, Kings Norton. Loads of locks in hot, cold, rain, thunder and lightening, It was great and a massive hour long tunnel. Park up right by a pubs for evening meals. Meet lots of helpful people (the volunteers at each set of locks really help you out and muck in which gives you great confidence when you're faced with 13 locks in a row, very daunting ) Dog loved it. Myself, husband and three adult children didn't have time to get on each others nerves! Staff at Alvechurch were exceptional and quietly efficient, no hanging about. We're booking again. I know the area we travelled very well but from the road and in a car, this really showed a very different view of Birmingham. Interesting.
Oct 25th, 2021

Well organised team
Jul 23rd, 2021