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Date:
10th July 2010, 7:11 PM
Name:
Jamie Peterson
Homepage:
www.swots.org.uk
Comment:
The best holiday yet! Can't wait to go again next year! Thanks for the lovely wine, cheese, biscuits and fruit, much appreciated. See you again next year. Good luck, hope you get some rain.
Date:
9th July 2010, 2:43 PM
Name:
Gary Chambers and friends
Comment:
Thank you to Lesley and the crew for a fantastic evening on the water. The whole experience from start to finish was excellent and all 8 of us thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I would certainly recommend to anyone looking for a special evening.
Date:
7th July 2010, 12:54 PM
Name:
james foster
Comment:
could not fault the boat the meal
the staff or the trip.
we all had a lovely time
will recommend.
JF
Date:
6th July 2010, 3:41 PM
Name:
Peter & Christine Thomas
Comment:
We celebrated our 40th Wedding Anniversary on board with our family and friends. We canot think of a better way to dine with people we care for, who together with the crew made our special day one to remember. The weather was brilliant. the food outstanding, the hosts fantastic and the boat waterproof. What more could you ask for.
Date:
6th July 2010, 1:47 PM
Name:
Joanne - Manchester
Comment:
Hi Lesley

Thank you very much for our cruise on Saturday, we loved it and you really looked after us.

Hope you are well, Joanne
Date:
2nd July 2010, 12:50 PM
Name:
The Bastocks - Scotland and Somerset
Comment:
Everything up to expectations, layout perfect, most enjoyable week - you deserve every success. Best wishes from us all!
Date:
2nd July 2010, 12:50 PM
Name:
Sylvia & Russell Atkinson, Hoghton, Lancs
Comment:
Our first time on a narrowboat. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, the weather was perfect as was the company and the wine! We wish you every success, John, Lesley and Family
Date:
2nd July 2010, 12:44 PM
Name:
John & Jackie Davies, Cape Town, South Africa
Comment:
A wonderful 2 weeks and the weather was good, infact lovely English Summer. Journeyed out and back to Saltaire. Thanks for the welcoming gifts and the use of Elle's Blee - it was great fun. We've now done three canals and this was most memorable and the best equipped boat we've hired. Thank you
Date:
21st June 2010, 10:54 AM
Name:
Liz Nicholls
Comment:
Lesley

Thanks again for the fabulous 'Dine and Cruise' yesterday, we all thoroughly enjoyed it. The food was great, it was so relaxing.

It's confirmed Garry's desire to own a canal boat!

Best wishes

Liz, Garry, Olivia, James & Jack
Date:
20th June 2010, 9:50 AM
Name:
Sandra,Mick & all the family.
Comment:
Thank you Lesley & crew for a fantastic cruise & lunch to celebrate Mum & Dad's 50th Anniversary. The day was fantastic & thoroughly enjoyed by all - young and old. Thank you.
Date:
11th June 2010, 11:47 AM
Name:
The Talbott Family, Lincolnshire
Comment:
It's been an eventful week! Lovely boat, beautifully presented with so many thoughtful extras. Thank you so much Lesley and John for all your help and consideration. We wish you every success and hapiness!
Date:
11th June 2010, 11:47 AM
Name:
Tom and Heather Doran, Ashton in Makerfield
Comment:
Thanks John and Lesley for your hospitality. We were absolute beginners, you and your training, the help, tips and British good humour from other boat users and passers by has made it possible for us to challenge the seven seas as long as it is called "the cut". Enjoyed every minute, thank you!
Date:
11th June 2010, 11:41 AM
Name:
McGuinley family, Radlett, Hertfordshire
Comment:
Thank you John and Lesley for a great half term break with the family. Your tuition was much appreciated and made the rest of the trip run very smoothly. Thanks also for responding so quickly to our battery problem, it was service with a smile and nothing seems too much effort for you. A fun trip for all!
Date:
11th June 2010, 11:39 AM
Name:
Bryan, Gaz & Andy, Cheshire
Comment:
Great Boat, Great Trip & excitement of watching BW try to sort Barrowford locks, thank you Lesley and John for everything.
Date:
11th June 2010, 11:37 AM
Name:
Jonathan & Liz Wainright, Cambridge
Comment:
Thank you Lesley and John. A well laid out boat, hardly any other boats around. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! Beautiful sunshine at the end.
Date:
28th May 2010, 5:15 PM
Name:
The Cawood Family
Comment:
Great weekend on Elle's Belle to celebrate a special birthday - perfect weather too. Thanks to John, Lesley & Lewis for all your help and advice.
Date:
17th May 2010, 1:57 PM
Name:
The Haworths, Worsley, Manchester
Comment:
Ecellent tuition, fabulous boat, fantastic holiday, we all thoroughly enjoyed it!! We will definitely be booking again!
Date:
1st May 2010, 7:34 PM
Name:
Liz, David, Claire and Indi
Comment:
Just a quick line to say thanks for a really great week on the ‘Boston Belle’, we all really enjoyed it. Indi had a great time, I think he must have walked nearly all the way and was always ready for his tea and a nap. We made it down past Skipton, about four miles past I think. Can’t wait to do it again.

Thanks once again

Liz, David, Claire and Indi
Date:
18th April 2010, 11:36 AM
Name:
The Nugetteers (Shaun, Andy, Raymond, Lee & Crew)
Comment:
Hired Bridie Bear from 10th to 17th April 2010. What a fantastic holiday!!. Thanks to John for the practical and helpful information about the boat and thanks to Lesley for the homely touches of wine, cheese, fruit and fresh flowers. We made it to Bingley 5 and back. The main highlight of the trip is being able to take in the beautiful countryside. A FANTASTIC HOLIDAY AND WE WILL BE DOING IT AGAIN!! Thanks again!!
Date:
12th April 2010, 11:10 AM
Name:
Dave, Sue, Lauren, Claire and Angus the dog Brown
Comment:
Thank you John and Lesley for a most enjoyable weekend and also for the prompt attention when we needed you! Enjoyed doing the seven locks, even the girls enjoyed it and they are 13 and 17!
Date:
9th April 2010, 2:26 PM
Name:
David Powell, Rossendale
Comment:
Have wanted to do this for a long time, glad we did. Took a couple of days to relax as our confidence grew. Struggled with windy conditions at Gargrave Locks.

Fantastic boat, more than capable, well set out and well equipped. Will try the other way next time.

Thanks David, Judith, Martin and Kristal
Date:
29th March 2010, 11:08 AM
Name:
Tim and Belinda, Harwood, Bolton
Comment:
Thanks Lesley and John for showing us the ropes for a very successful, relaxing and most enjoyable voyage. Elle's Belle was everything we could have wished for, comfy, cosy and well equipped. The personal touches were a welcome surprise!

Thanks again Tim and Belinda
Date:
29th March 2010, 10:51 AM
Name:
Jennie Wayman
Comment:
Thanks so much to Lesley and "Super John"! We've had a great time, thanks for being so helpful and welcoming. We've loved being on the water and will be back in the summer (if you'll have us). Thank you for the wine, cheese, biscuits and flowers!

Jen and Crew
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:43 PM
Name:
Sharon, Richard, Colin & Lucy - Ontario Canada
Comment:
Thank you for your hospitality! We had a wonderful time messing about in the boat and in the locks. The boat was very clean and comfortable, it's a shame we had to go home!

Thanks again, The Collingwood - Greens
Admin comment:
Aug 08
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:43 PM
Name:
Flip n Sandy - Kalgoorie, West Australia
Comment:
Enjoyed our trip on your lovely boat, other boaters were so friendly and helpful. We tried to stop at each pub to taste one's ale - from the wanderers from down under - "Cheers Mate"!
Admin comment:
July 08
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:43 PM
Name:
The Standens - New Brunswick, Canada
Comment:
We had an absolutely wonderful time. You have a lovely boat and we really enjoyed our stay on it. Thanks so much
Admin comment:
July 08
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:43 PM
Name:
Richard & Kerry Farrimond - Bolton
Comment:
A lovely boat, a great canal - our hosts were very, very tolerant! Thanks
Admin comment:
June 08
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:43 PM
Name:
Graham & Suzanne
Comment:
We had a really comfortaqble week in lovely surroundings.
Admin comment:
June 08
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:43 PM
Name:
Jimmy & Mo - Liverpool
Comment:
A wonderful experience. My first time on a narrowboat and loved it. Just hope it's not so windy next time. Once again thanks a lot.
Admin comment:
May 08
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:43 PM
Name:
David & Jennie
Comment:
Made to feel completely welcome & looked after by John & Lesley. Elle's Belle is a fantastic boat and we would this again. Many thanks for a wonderful holiday.
Admin comment:
May 08
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:43 PM
Name:
Carl, Fiona, Millie & the dogs - Yorkshire
Comment:
Had a fantastic time, even the weather was good. Elle's Belle is beautiful and a real credit to John & Lesley, can't wait to do it again. See you soon
Admin comment:
April 08
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:43 PM
Name:
Lol, Leanne & Erica - Scunthorpe
Comment:
Simply the best! Ace boat and owners, big thanks
Admin comment:
April 08
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:27 PM
Name:
Allan, Vivienne & James
Comment:
Enjoyed a fantastic week on a lovely boat. Everything we could have asked for and more besides. Thank you John & Lesley
Admin comment:
March 08
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:27 PM
Name:
Milly, Graham, Jodie, Kev, Jason, Hayley & Trevor the dog
Comment:
Fantastic. Best time ever, fabulous boat & great tuition for a bunch of complete novices. Will certainly do it again. Really enjoyed the welcome gifts a lovely touch.
Admin comment:
March 08
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:27 PM
Name:
The Englens & Roberts
Comment:
Once again, where do we start, third time this year and we still crave more. All we can say is this time no keys or hammers in the canal, just the dog twice. We once again thank you from the bottom of our hears for giving us the chance again to have your boat. Hope we've cleaned it enough and just for a change we hope you like the flowers we've planted for you on the roof boxes.
Admin comment:
Nov 07
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:27 PM
Name:
Ray, Bridget & four teenagers - aaargh!
Comment:
A lovely holiday in a lovely boat. No rain and days of blue sky and sunshine. Thank you.
Admin comment:
Oct 07
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:27 PM
Name:
The Manly's & Scotts - Yorks, Lancs & USA
Comment:
"Riley Green to Skipton and back - the best way to do it by narrowboat"

A wonderful get together for our "Golden Wedding Anniversary". We had a super time together remembering other times on the canals. Elle's Belle is a super craft and we had lots of laughs along the way.

Lesley & John made us so comfortable with all the thoughtful touches at the start of our journey together.

We all want to di it over again!! Must start organising now - who needs P & O?

Margaret, Cyril and all the crew.
Admin comment:
Oct 07
Date:
24th November 2009, 2:27 PM
Name:
Stout Family
Comment:
John & Lesley, thank you so much for all your help and advice, instruction and friendship you are fantastic. Brilliant holiday, fantastic boat, so much fun, relaxed, relaxed, relaxed!!! Will be back again soon and will be recommending you to everyone we know.

Thank you for the welcome pack much appreciated. Had a fab time!
Admin comment:
Aug 07
Date:
16th November 2009, 11:43 AM
Name:
Gianni Fabrizio
Comment:
Lesley and John,



On behalf of the guys and I, we would like to send a massive thank you to you Lesley for organising the weekend for us and you John for guidance that got us on the way, we had a brilliant time and will most definitely doing it again! We have and will continue to recommend your business to family and friends over here as it was a superb weekend!

Thanks again,

Gianni
Date:
29th October 2009, 9:07 AM
Name:
Bridget & Mick Ellison
Comment:
Mick says sorry but your not getting your boat back!! So far we have had the most fabulous, amazing time. Way beyond our expectations despite the rain. We really don't want to come home, the first time ever that we have not wanted the holiday to end. We will be booking a winter cruise with you. Thank you for the wine, cheese, fruit & flowers and of course - your boat!!! See you again soon
Admin comment:
August 07
Date:
29th October 2009, 9:07 AM
Name:
Tony Gordon - Colchester
Comment:
Elle's Belle has been a brilliant boat. We managed Wigan Flight without too much trouble and have had a thoroughly good holiday. Thanks for the wine - much appreciated! Tony, Maxine, Jess, Harry & Eleanor Rose
Admin comment:
August 08
Date:
29th October 2009, 9:07 AM
Name:
Sarah - Tadcaster, N. Yorks
Comment:
Elle's Belle is a superb asset - a wonderful boat with everything you could possibly need for a fantastic holiday. Every day has been an adventure! Lesley & John were fabulous and we were especially surprised by all the personal touches - the wine went down a treat! Thanks for a marvelous holiday and rest assured, we will be recommending you to all our friends!
Admin comment:
August 08
Date:
29th October 2009, 9:07 AM
Name:
Ellen - York
Comment:
Had a fantastic time, lots to drink & eat but burnt it all off on the Locks! Whoo! John & Lesley were wonderful would definitely recommend this trip to anyone. Hope to go the opposite way one day! Many thanks Ellen p.s. won't ever forget it
Admin comment:
Aug 07
Date:
29th October 2009, 9:07 AM
Name:
Dean - Birstall
Comment:
Anybody can hire out a boat but John & Lesley turn a boat trip into a fantastic holiday! From the minute you arrive to the moment you take the boat onwards you made us feel so welcome and at ease with everything. It's a 40th Birthday present I will never forget. Can't wait to come again may even treat myself to one, cheers Dean
Admin comment:
August 07
Date:
29th October 2009, 9:07 AM
Name:
Dean, Keely, George, Emilie - Brirstall
Comment:
We have had the best time ever - we even had the weather :) John & Lesley your boat is lovely and was all you could need. This was our 1st time on the canal but are sure it won't be our last - really sad to be turning round and heading home - Great Holiday
Admin comment:
August 07
Date:
29th October 2009, 9:07 AM
Name:
Nick & Debra Middleton
Comment:
Best hire boat we have ever been on. Wine, fruit etc was a greatly appreciated extra. Keep up the personal touch - too many businesses forget about the key contact with the customer.
Admin comment:
July 09
Date:
29th October 2009, 8:51 AM
Name:
Mark, Bry, Nikki, Will & Heather
Comment:
John & Lesley - We've had a fantastic time! Your boat is beautiful - way beyond our expectations! Thank you for all your instruction and advice - brilliant!
Admin comment:
July 08
Date:
21st October 2009, 3:23 PM
Name:
Hugh, Susie, Mary, Alice - Lincolnshire
Comment:
A fantastic boat - thank you! It's a shame to have to go back to the world after a week of 3mph on Bridie Bear, again thank you.
Admin comment:
21/-9/08
Date:
21st October 2009, 3:23 PM
Name:
Ian Mcleoud Jones & Party - various parts of the UK
Comment:
It all began one chilly Tuesday morning in December. We moored up for New Years Eve at the Top Lock Inn, Wheelton a brilliant night of real ales and irish banter/dancing was had. All inj all an brilliant & extraordinary experience. Thanks a milllion John & Lesley
Admin comment:
03/01/09
Date:
21st October 2009, 3:23 PM
Name:
Dave, Ste, Stu, Gemma, Amanda & Mandy! - Guide, Lancashire
Comment:
It all began on Friday 13th (oh dear!) Not such an unlucky day after all it was the beginning of a fantastic weekend. All of us loved it, a whole new experience! Thank you John & Lesley.

And we're sure Belthorn School have thanked you for being so generous, which allowed us to do something we probably would never have thought of !! xx
Admin comment:
15/03/09
Date:
21st October 2009, 3:23 PM
Name:
David, Angela, John, Gloria, Brenda, Marie & Nicolas - Bolton & Mallorca
Comment:
Thank you so much for a really great time! Fortunately the weather was good and didn't have a spot of rain until our return. The boat was really lovely, cosy and very warm. The locks were a great experience too! Thanks to John and Lesley xxxxxx
Admin comment:
23/03/09
Date:
21st October 2009, 3:23 PM
Name:
David Lodge & Family
Comment:
Always wanted to do this, what fun we had and didn't fall out - in both senses. We all had a great time, thanks.
Admin comment:
11/04/09
Date:
21st October 2009, 3:23 PM
Name:
Paul & Rita Whitfield - Preston, Lancs
Comment:
Had a brill time, bought a boat along the way so will be sailing that back soon. Had a lovely week, feel relaxed just what we needed, thanks for everything xx
Admin comment:
22/05/09
Date:
21st October 2009, 3:05 PM
Name:
Charlotte, Richard, Anne, Kevin, Dick & Winnie - South Millford, North Yorkshire
Comment:
We have really enjoyed our little break on your canal boat, we will deffinately be back soon, we loved the pubs and Dad enjoyed being the captain of the boat, we loved the 7 locks and really wished we had done Wigan 21.

Thanks John & Lelsey - we loved it!

I really enjoyed it especially, when Grandad fell over, see you soon - Richard
Date:
21st October 2009, 3:02 PM
Name:
Carl, Fi, Matt & Emma
Comment:
Despite the monsoon coming up the Wigan Flight everyone had a fantastic time
Admin comment:
27/08/09
Date:
20th October 2009, 9:27 PM
Name:
Darren Debbie Karen David Arthur Mary
Comment:
had a fantastic weekend thanks alot john and lesley.
Admin comment:
Visitor book comments dated 19th Oct 2009 "Had a great weekend, loved doing locks, loads of laughs, me lovely people along route. The downfall was we had a few accidents, nothing major though still laughing. Last night was spent in the Top Lock - steak pie highly recommended! Good Ales. Friendly neighbourhood (Geese) fell in love with Deb - who fed her little fiends - if it's not Kellogs on the box - it's not Kellogs in the box!! ha ha. Thanks to John and Lesley for this wonderful experience. We will be back :) "
Date:
28th September 2009, 5:27 PM
Name:
Dave & Lyn Hale
Comment:
Had a wonderful time - great fun - great boat - can't wait to do it again.
Admin comment:
19/09/08
Date:
28th September 2009, 5:25 PM
Name:
Woodhouse Family
Comment:
Great time had by all - boat was fabulous, thanks for the friendly smiles!
Admin comment:
08/08/08
Date:
28th September 2009, 5:16 PM
Name:
Zest UK Activity Club
Comment:
For as much excitement as you can handle, top Banana Boat!
Date:
28th September 2009, 5:04 PM
Name:
The Yeomans
Comment:
Thank you John, Lesley and Bridie Bear, we've had a beautiful time, we don't want to go!
Admin comment:
15/02/08
Date:
28th September 2009, 4:52 PM
Name:
Jimmy Brown
Comment:
Would like the thank John & Lesley for a wonderful 4 days sailing, we loved every minute. Even Amanda (17) enjoyed it and she is very hard to please. Gilly the dog can now swim and is no longer scared of water! Ha Ha! Billy the oldest crew member aged 68 is going to apply for a job as a lock keeper when he gets home to Liverpool!

Thank you from the narrowboat gang and you will be hearing from us again, Cheers Jimmy
Date:
28th September 2009, 4:46 PM
Name:
Kate & Colin Reynoldson
Comment:
Fabulous initiation - as Arnie says "I'll be back!" Muscles like Popeye! Many thanks Kate & Colin
Date:
28th September 2009, 4:41 PM
Name:
Joanne & Ian Mankin
Comment:
Had another wonderful time, and you can be sure we will be back, thanks again! Joanne & Ian
Date:
10th August 2009, 2:14 PM
Name:
sallie blanks
Comment:
You couldn't wish to meet two nicer people than John and Lesley, or a better equipped boat than Elles Belle. We had a smashing time - my family and I are still reminiscing over our adventures! Thank you both.
Date:
4th August 2009, 5:57 PM
Name:
Nenad Pataky
Comment:
We have made Pennine Ring with both boats and it was excelent holidays. I have never met such a helpfull people like Lesley and John. Thanks once again.
Date:
24th June 2009, 9:30 PM
Name:
alison & arnie
Comment:
Great web site . All the times we've hired a boat of yours we have had a great time and a very warm welcome . look forward to seeing you very soon .
Date:
23rd June 2009, 5:11 PM
Name:
Jane Shannon
Comment:
Just wanted to say, thanks Lesley and John for a wonderful cruise last year. Congratulations on your new website, loving the new look. We look forward to seeing you again in August.
Thanks Jane and Jim Shannon
Date:
23rd June 2009, 1:16 PM
Name:
Idris Shaikh
Comment:
After reading the information on your website. I look forward to booking a boat in the near future.

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