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The following are some of the things which we here at Foxhangers are often asked. There are also some testimonials of past customers you can look at. If you have any questions that are not answered in this section, please contact us
You are liable for the monies you have already paid should you have to
cancel. The balance is required at least 6 weeks prior to your booking
and should you cancel after you have paid the balance you are not entitled
to a refund, We strongly recommend you take out cancellation insurance at
the time of booking, we will send details of a recommended
independent company although you are welcome to make your own arrangements.
We aim to provide all the information you will need in order to safely handle our boats. One of our experienced team members will show your though the boat, and explain where everything is and how everything works, before demonstrating how to safely drive and moor the boat and operate swing bridges and locks. We have developed this handover training in compliance with the British Marine Federation’s Hireboat Handover Scheme.
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What is the Hireboat Handover
Scheme? The ‘Hire Boat Handover’ is a nationally recognised scheme developed by the
British Marine Federation and RYA. There will be two forms sent to you on
confirmation of your booking. You will need to bring these completed forms along
with you on the day of your holiday. Failure to do so will result in your not
being able to board your boat.
These measures are in the best interest of your safety and allow us to optimise
our quality of service to you. They simply allows us to get a better idea of
your level of knowledge and to ensure that you understand all aspects of canal
boating and your vessel before you depart. This is vital to your group’s safety
and to minimise the risk of damaging the boat.
We will always provide life jackets for all children and non-swimmers in your group. These members should wear their lifejackets whenever they’re on deck. If other members of your group would like lifejackets, we are only too happy to provide them for you.
All of our boats have cooking and cleaning equipment, as well as plates, glasses, cutlery etc. We provide bed linen and pillows, and are able to provide towels if requested (a hire fee is applicable for towels).
Click here to go to the boats page where there are full inventories for each boat you can access by clicking on the boat that you would like to look at.How far can we get in a week? In a few days?
This really depends on how much boating you want to do. Click here to go to the Kennet and Avon canal page where you can plot your route with approximate travel times provided. As a rough guide, If you are heading west, Bath is approximately 9 hours boating away, and heading east, it takes about 4 ½ hours to negotiate the Caen Hill locks to Devizes.
Canoes, large suitcases (these can be left in your car), no more than 2 bicycles, unauthorised pets, live fishing bait, 240v appliances such as hairdryers (all of our boats have 240v inverters suitable for charging mobile phones, cameras and laptops ONLY)
Here are some of the comments we have received from past customers:
“Foxhangers appear to have everything about
right – first class holiday – well done!” – Arctic Fox 22nd July 2007
“Very impressed with cleanliness of boat and also the equipment supplied on the
boat.” – Fox Talbot 28th July 2007
“An excellent boat, well planned and built, handling also very good” – Flying
Fox 24th June 2007
“We were pleased with the boat – lots of nooks and crannies for storing. The
boat was easy to handle, a very pleasant holiday.” – Foxtail 11th June 2007
“The holiday was immense fun, excellent boat, keep up the good work!” – Foxglove
2nd May 2007
“Can’t fault anything, you must take great pride in your boats and it shows.” –
Foxtail 27th April 2007
“Kitchen was well equipped, the boat spotless, nice staff. Had a good time
despite the English weather. Thank you Foxhangers.” – Foxglove June 2007
"Thank you all for such a pleasant holiday,
all your staff were really helpful and the boat was well equipped and the layout
was great".
Shaun Fox. Cunning Fox, 19th April 2008.
"We hired the Foxtalbot from 14-18 April; had a marvellous time. boat very comfortable, well appointed and warm; canal beautiful, weather cold but dry, thank goodness. A very relaxing break. all the staff at Foxhangers were very helpful. We hope to come back again." A Ambrose.
If you would like to add your own testimonial
and let us know how you enjoyed your holiday, please
contact us
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