Waterways Holidays Reviews 479

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very quick call back to go through everything and an obvious focus on our safety and comfort. Confirmation email received immediately payment was made. Friendly, efficient and professional - what more... See more

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

A professional service Mark, the chap who rang us to confirm & take the deposit was very professional yet had a friendly & kind attitude. He gave us information & advice that was clear & easy to un... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We rang from Australia to book a 7 day narrowboat hire with Waterways Holidays.Trudi took our call and was excellent. She explained everything about the booking process and answered all our questio... See more

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Company details

  1. Boat Tour Agency
  2. Holiday Accommodation Service
  3. Holiday Apartment Rental
  4. Self-Catering Accommodation
  5. Vacation Home Rental 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

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

February 22, 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

February 20, 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.

February 15, 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.

February 9, 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

February 7, 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.

February 5, 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.

February 5, 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.

January 29, 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!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Friendly, helpful staff.

When Waterways holidays called back to take the deposit the staff member was extremely friendly and very helpful.

January 29, 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you James. Your complimentary feedback and 5 star review is really appreciated!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Impressed.

Very good first contact. Easy booking and very helpful on the phone.

January 20, 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you Stewart! Have a great holiday

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Booking was easy

Booking was easy, including paperwork and payment.

January 11, 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your 5 star review and kind comments David. Have a fabulous holiday!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The lady who took my booking was very…

The lady who took my booking was very friendly, helpful and knowledgable. She is a credit to the company.

January 8, 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much for your 5 star review and fabulous feedback which has been passed to our booking team! Have a great holiday

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing service…….highly recommend

I put in a booking request over the Christmas break, Waterweys called me first thing on their first day of re-opening. I made the booking, was given all of the details I needed including how to make payment.
The phone call was swiftly followed by a confirmation email. Made the payment, booking is confirmed.

Really looking forward to our midweek break in February, and would highly recommend Waterweys.

January 2, 2024
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much Kerry. We really appreciate your very kind feedback and we are delighted that we could help you. Have a fabulous holiday!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant

I phoned in to pay. The lady on the phone was brilliant.
Answered all my questions. Very friendly and professional.

December 15, 2023
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much, for your 5 star review Alan. Have a fabulous holiday!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great booking experience

I made my reservation online on a Sunday. Heather from Waterways was in touch early Monday morning and we got everything sorted over the phone quickly and efficiently in a professional and friendly manner.

November 6, 2023
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much for your 5 star review and very kind feedback which has been passed on to Heather. Have a wonderful holiday!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Booked with very short notice

Booked with very short notice. Was no problem and very friendly, professional and helpful.

November 4, 2023
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much for your 5 star review and positive feedback Phillip. Have a great holiday!

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