Take a day to discover Milton Keynes down the Grand Union Canal, on the Mary Jane, the MK Premier Narrow Boat
MK AFLOAT
Narrow Boat Day Hire
Boat hire is for 10 hrs 30 mins
From 9.30 - 8pm
Carries up to 10 persons
Tel: 07721 025325
Relax and cruise in a narrow boat on the Grand Union Canal
Milton Keynes is not all new. The Grand Union canal has over two hundred years of history, Relax and cruise on the Grand Union throughout Milton Keynes 22 miles of lock free canal. Heritage, History and Hosterlries. A day out for everyone. Available 12 months a year. You start out at the Black Horse Pub in Great Linford and can choose to go either south towards Fenny Stratford Lock or north towards Cosgrove Lock, both are scenic routes so whichever way you choose will be good.
Some of the sites of the Grand Union Canal
Some of the sites to be seen down the canal are: The Iron Trunk Aqueduct which is an inspiring example of canal engineering situated by Ouse Valley Park. Linford Manor Park which is an attractive area of mature parkland that has many fine trees and a late 17th century manor house built from local limestone. Fenny Stratford Lock which marks the southern end of the 11 mile (16km) long, lock free Fenny pound. Crossing the lock is one of only three swing bridges still in use on this section of the Grand Union Canal. Why not finish your day with a meal at the Black Horse served either on the decking area outside or explore the inside of the building for a piece of history. Great food served all day every day with real ale and a choice of wines from around the world. The bar look forward to welcoming you. Tel 01908 398461. This is to name a few sites.
Day Boat Hire on the Mary Jane
What you get
- 26 foot all steel narrowboat Powered by new diesel engine
- Large open well deck
- Roll down side screens
- Toilet
- Gas cooker, fridge, kettle and pans
- Full set of crockery and cutlery
- Sink with cold running water
- Central heating - so available 12 months a year
- Ample tuition before you set off
What it costs
Seasonal price structure
Prices range from 85 - 125 depending on season
e.g. winter would be cheaper and weekends and bank holdays dearer
Refundable deposit for damage or late return of boat
Photo ID required
How to book
Just telephone 07721 025325 to check availability. We shall ask for a deposit of £50 to secure your booking within 7 days. Balance payable on arrival at the boat together with the damage deposit (Refundable £100 Damage Waiver). Please note that late return of the boat will incur charges on a sliding scale from £30
All cheques made payable to M Weldon |
thank you,
Siobhan.
What is the minimum age for booking?
Also what would the price be?
how much would this boat cost to hire on the 6th September?
Thanks Katie
Many Thanks Alison.
I'm pretty sure the boat takes up-to ten people, if you want to book and find out about overnight accomodation ring M Weldon the captain of the Mary Jane and he will answer your enquiries
Regards
Gef
Regards
Jonathan Friend