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MK AFLOAT - Day Hire Boats - Mary Jane & Meadowlark

 

MK Afloat offers self-steer day hire boats for a special day out!  Each of our boats takes up to 12 family and friends for you to enjoy the very unique Grand Union Canal through Milton Keynes. Our boats, Mary Jane & Meadowlark, have all the features of a semi-traditional narrowboat, including tiller steering, gallery, toilet compartment, and open outside deck.  In the gallery there is a sink, gas hob, and fridge.  Forward of the cabin is a covered open air deck which can be enclosed by side screens.

Mary Jane & Meadowlark are designed for easy operation, whilst giving you the feeling of real narrowboating. They are powered by a modern diesel engine with a single lever operation for forward and reverse, and the hire price includes all the diesel, gas and water you will need.

What Does it Cost: Day Hire March to October - 9.30am to 5pm Weekdays £140 Weekends & Bank Holidays £195 November to February - 9.30am to 4pm Weekdays £115 Weekends & Bank Holidays £160

How to Book:

You can check availability and book online here.   If you have any questions please call us on 01908 672672 - the office is open 10am to 4pm, 7 days a week.  Full payment is required online by credit card or debit card to secure the booking. A refundable £75 deposit will also be collected from your credit card or debit card, this will be refunded directly back to your card on the boat being returned undamaged, on-time, and in a clean condition.  Terms & Conditions of Hire. 

Boater's Handbook - Safety Video

If you are new to boating and hiring a boat for the first time, please see this video, containing boating basics and important safety information:  Boater's Handbook DVD - Canal & River Trust. 

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