Spalding Water Taxi
Spalding Water Taxi
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Self Drive Day Boat Hire / Private Charters / Self Drive Hire Boats Operates March - November 2023 Water Taxi between Spalding & Springfields Shopping Complex Water Taxi Operates April - September 2023
Spalding, Lincolnshire, England
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Lincolnshire71 contributions
Sept 2021
We hired an electric boat on a private, self drive basis for 4 hours and had a wonderful day out with the grand children.
The best customer service from Cean the young male attendant, that I have ever experienced in this country and I’m difficult to impress. He was waiting for us to arrive, was friendly, polite, courteous and professional, he gave thorough instructions on driving the boat and is a credit to the owner. So much so that I made a point of remembering his name, for this review.
The electric boat itself far exceeded expectations, clean, modern, spacious, safe and easy to negotiate, even for our 12 & 8 year olds, who negotiated the boat and the river easily.
The 4 hour outing on the river, through the countryside, was lovely, peaceful and relaxing. It was a slightly cloudy day, with a few showers but the boat had an all weather canopy, so this didn’t spoil the day at all. We took a picnic and had a great time. Great value for money, we will use this service again and would thoroughly recommend it to families with kids, or to adults of any age.
The best customer service from Cean the young male attendant, that I have ever experienced in this country and I’m difficult to impress. He was waiting for us to arrive, was friendly, polite, courteous and professional, he gave thorough instructions on driving the boat and is a credit to the owner. So much so that I made a point of remembering his name, for this review.
The electric boat itself far exceeded expectations, clean, modern, spacious, safe and easy to negotiate, even for our 12 & 8 year olds, who negotiated the boat and the river easily.
The 4 hour outing on the river, through the countryside, was lovely, peaceful and relaxing. It was a slightly cloudy day, with a few showers but the boat had an all weather canopy, so this didn’t spoil the day at all. We took a picnic and had a great time. Great value for money, we will use this service again and would thoroughly recommend it to families with kids, or to adults of any age.
Written 18 September 2021
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Frances L
Towcester, UK6 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
What a lovely day out! We hired a boat for 4 hours to have a self navigated trip along the river whilst on holiday in this general area. The weather was terrible but we were dry and warm inside the lovely spacious and clean boat. The service was truly first class at every step and we’d highly recommend this sedate adventure.
Written 26 May 2021
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Yasin M
Bradford, UK4 contributions
Aug 2022
Booked a self drive electric boat for 2 hours - very reasonable price @£75
We are a family of 7 and there was plenty of room on the boat. Met Anthony and Sean who were both great. Sean showed me how to drive the boat and advised on what the best route was. Luckily for us the weather was gorgeous and we had a great 2 hours (everyone had a turn to drive - kids loved it)
Would definitely recommend and we will be back!
We are a family of 7 and there was plenty of room on the boat. Met Anthony and Sean who were both great. Sean showed me how to drive the boat and advised on what the best route was. Luckily for us the weather was gorgeous and we had a great 2 hours (everyone had a turn to drive - kids loved it)
Would definitely recommend and we will be back!
Written 10 August 2022
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TWood
32 contributions
May 2022 • Family
A relaxing ride aboard the Spalding Water taxi. We set sail from Springfields Centre and took a leisurely cruise along the river. Approximately 40 minutes each way. Lots of wildlife to see and a friendly Skipper. Our children were allowed to drive the boat and were awarded "Skippers Mate" certificate. It cost us £10 each way (Family of 4), just a quick note... it is cash only payable on the boat (not Springfield Information Centre as stated on the website).
Would definately recommend.
Would definately recommend.
Written 21 May 2022
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Nathaniel
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Jun 2023 • Friends
Great day on the river Welland with Spalding water taxi! Lots of nature on a nice wide easy to navigate river. Anthony was an excellent host very welcoming, helpful and easy going! The boat was simple and very easy to drive and very spacious for 5 people plus bags and cool box. A trip up the river to Crowland and a walk to the local pub for lunch and back to hire station filled the day out perfectly!! Highly recommend this boat hire as their price for a days hire is very competitive and excellent value for money! I’ll be going again in the future!
Written 24 June 2023
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Emma J
Peterborough, UK5 contributions
Jul 2021 • Friends
Absolutely fantastic time! Rented out a boat for 2 hours for my best friend's 30th. Anthony was superb, decorated the boat with a happy birthday sign and gave our designated captain a quick lesson on the controls before leaving us to do our own thing. The boat was really spacious inside and so easy to drive, we moored up at a pub (The Moorings) and grabbed a lovely cocktail before heading back. Anthony was really generous and gave us a little extra time free of charge when we lost track of time and headed back a few minutes late. We are still talking about it today and will be going back soon!
Written 17 July 2021
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b11lrs
Sleaford, UK339 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
We first noticed this opportunity some time ago and said one day we will hire one of their boats and today we did it.
Initial contact with Anthony had been good and the booking process easy. There was only two of us but the boat holds 10, so £65 for 2 hours is amazing value.
On arrival we were met by Anthony who took me down to the boat where Sean and John were busy sanitising it and after a few minutes Sean gave me the lowdown on how to use the boat and where to drive. Really easy, once it is turned on forward for forward and reverse to go back with a wheel for steering.
My wife joined us and for the next two hours we had an amazing time, spotting birds, enjoying the views along the River Welland, waving to walkers and generally relaxing. The sun was shining, the sky was blue and various birds had chicks to go ah at.
We chose today because the weather forecast said it was going to be good and it was. Our slot was 11am to 1pm and as it was a work and school day we had the river to ourselves. I could imagine that it is busy on the river at weekends and holidays so choose your time well.
I have recommended the trip to a birdwatching group and without a doubt will be back with family.
Initial contact with Anthony had been good and the booking process easy. There was only two of us but the boat holds 10, so £65 for 2 hours is amazing value.
On arrival we were met by Anthony who took me down to the boat where Sean and John were busy sanitising it and after a few minutes Sean gave me the lowdown on how to use the boat and where to drive. Really easy, once it is turned on forward for forward and reverse to go back with a wheel for steering.
My wife joined us and for the next two hours we had an amazing time, spotting birds, enjoying the views along the River Welland, waving to walkers and generally relaxing. The sun was shining, the sky was blue and various birds had chicks to go ah at.
We chose today because the weather forecast said it was going to be good and it was. Our slot was 11am to 1pm and as it was a work and school day we had the river to ourselves. I could imagine that it is busy on the river at weekends and holidays so choose your time well.
I have recommended the trip to a birdwatching group and without a doubt will be back with family.
Written 8 June 2021
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John S
4 contributions
Sept 2023 • Family
A friendly and informative welcome from Anthony with boat handling and safety demo. Viewing the countryside and wild life from a boat shows it all in a different perspective which I fully recommend. We hired a boat for an hour which as the weather changed was just right but we all could have happily spent more time exploring this waterway
Written 12 September 2023
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brianjthomas
Worthing, UK12 contributions
Sept 2021
Absolutely brilliant experience and so easy to book and use. Anthony was a treasure and so were the dogs!!We hired the boat for 4 hours for 4 people (all old gits) and enjoyed the calm and beautiful scenery as we travelled sedately up the river Welland. No problem in boarding or dis-embarking for those who are not as agile as they were. Picnic on the boat as no places to berth and no toilet on boat. Great value for money. We will be back.
Written 9 September 2021
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Sam
Sheffield, UK26 contributions
Jul 2021 • Family
What a lovely couple of hours we had on the river. Booked for 2 hours, did this in advance. We called ahead to say we were running a little late and they were really accommodating. My husband was shown how to steer the boat for 10 minutes before we all got on. The boat was really clean and easy to drive. My 8 year old loved being the captain! The dog was welcome too, just an extra £6. We took a picnic on board and moored back where we picked the boat up for lunch. They even helped us with the ropes so we didn’t have to jump off. I would definitely recommend, a really great way to spend some time in Spalding and the kids loved it too.
Written 30 August 2021
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Hi
Where is water taxi stop at springfields please
Written 11 September 2022
In Main Springfields Car Park, left hand side as you drive in.
Written 11 October 2022
Getaway54049453949
Leamington Spa, United Kingdom
How many passengers can the taxi carry at one time
Written 14 August 2021
I was told 10... plenty of room. You'll just love it. 😎
Written 15 August 2021
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