Terms & Conditions

  1. These Terms and Conditions form a binding contract between Gloucester Narrowboats (The Company) and you (The Hirer).
  2. The Hirer must be at least 18 years of age. The Company reserves the right not to handover the boat to anyone who, in The Company`s judgement, appears not to be suitable to take charge of it. All monies paid will be refunded and The Hirer shall have no further claim.
  3. A damage deposit of £50 cash is payable on arrival. This will be returned provided there is no loss or damage to the boat or its contents and the boat is returned on time.
  4. Duration of hire is between the hours of 9am and 5pm. The boat must be returned on time; if for any reason the boat is returned early by The Hirer, The Hirer shall not be entitled to any refund.
  5. The boat is for use only on the Gloucester Sharpness Canal. No more than 10 people may be carried. The steerer must be at least 18 years of age and must be below the legal alcohol limit for driving. Passengers must not sit on the roof or be allowed on the side decks as these practices are dangerous. Failure to comply will result in confiscation of the boat.
  6. The Hirer or nominated person is in complete charge of the boat and is responsible for its safe navigation. In the event of an accident The Hirer shall notify The Company immediately and obtain names and addresses of witnesses. Under no circumstances should anyone admit any liability.
  7.  Any cancellation or changes to the booking by The Hirer must be made at least 14 days before the booking and will incur a £25 administration charge.
  8. The Company cannot be held responsible for delays or non availability of the boat caused by breakdowns, unforeseen defects, obstruction or restriction of the cruising area by the Canal and Rivers Trust. In the event of complete non availability all monies will be refunded and The Hirer shall have no further claim.
  9. The Company will not be liable for any loss or damage to personal property including injury caused by events or circumstances beyond The Company`s reasonable control, not due to The Company`s proven negligence.
  10. Whilst we take every care to service and maintain the boat, no responsibility will be accepted by The Company for loss of time or expenses through breakdown, damage or defects.
  11. The Hirer must nominate at least one person to be responsible for the boat and the safety of all on board.
  12. The Hirer will be given full instruction on the safe navigation, handling and control, the use of all equipment on board and will then sign a “Boat Acceptance Certificate” confirming that they have received this instruction and are confident of the responsibilities implied under English Law for the safety of both crew and passengers.