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Done this tour absolutely ages ago. I remembered it like the yesterday. We saw an otter so happy. The tour guide was very informative I hate tours but this one was brilliant.
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Date of experience: July 2020
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A gentle trip. A very still day so wonderful reflections on the water. The only way to see the best view of the cathedral. Low key. Nothing fancy but a very pleasant trip. Boat skipper very knowledgeable. As part of a coach party we had the boat to ourselves. Getting to the river from the coach drop off point was difficult for those in wheelchairs, or with restricted mobility. It tooksome people half an hour from coach to river. Thanks go to the Skipper who waitied for everyone. The council needs to re-think access. Great that the boat can accomodatie wheelchairs, but council not supporting this activity for disabled folk.…
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Date of experience: September 2019
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Excellent cruise along the river with drinks available and a captain who really knows the history of Durham. Great value boat trip!
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Date of experience: June 2019
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Susan Robson wrote a review Sep 2019
Houghton-le-Spring, United Kingdom15 contributions4 helpful votes
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I had my 50th birthday party on the boat last week! Wow what an experience! To be sat on the river wear sun shining overlooking the cathedral whilst we ate the most fantastic bbq foods!! I can’t thank Jamie & his team for being so professional with the attention to every detail making my party one to remember ! All of my guests have been buzzing about it ever since. Memories made. Can’t rate highly enough. You want something different rather than the usual ‘book a room’! Get on the boat. You won’t regret it x…
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Date of experience: September 2019
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a lovely hour with a knowledgeable captain, and a very friendly fella serving us drinks, a most relaxing trip
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Date of experience: August 2019
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