crest narrowboats

★★★★★
This was our first time doing a narrowboat cruise and I’m so glad we went with Crest. Their tutorial got us underway quickly and the staff was friendly, cheerful and patient. Located in Chirk means you have easy access to the spectacular Llangollen Canal! Again, we’ve only gone on one trip but everyone we talked to said this trip was the one to do. Go in one direction and you have farms, fields, grazing cattle and sheep and small villages. Go in the other direction and you’re in the Welsh highlands, headed for the spectacular Pontylssomething Aqueduct. (I can’t spell Welsh words very well).

★★★★★
This was our first experience on a canal boat and it definately won’t be our last! We arrived at Chirk Marina and was warmly greeted by the staff there. After a quick tour and demonstration we were on our way. We decided on a route with the destination being Ellesmere. We decided on this route as with travelling with children the experience of crossing the aqueduct, chirk tunnel and the 2 locks made the experience more of an adventure!
We travelled on the Cadi Fach which is a 4-6 berth boat. The boat was well equipped with all the necessities for our weekend away. The boat itself was immaculately clean and well presented with all matching furnishings. I would definately recommend Crest Narrowboats and look forward to booking again with you next year!
Thank you Dorothy and all staff

★★★★★
My parents, doggo and I hired the narrowboat “Angharad” for our first canal adventure. We picked up the boat (it was clean, tidy and ready to go) and were given a walkthrough of the vessel and some instruction afloat, this was done by Chris who was very helpful and entertaining.
The canal was amazing, with picturesque countryside views, tunnels, locks, bridges and aqueducts. A brilliant introduction to canal holidays – now we want to go again!
Thank you to Crest Narrowboats for being so welcoming!

★★★★★
Really pleasurable experience, would not hesitate to recommend.

We began our experience on a Saturday, our boat, Dinas Bran, was ready for us nice and early to begin our trip. The staff at the Marina were so helpful, they went above and beyond and it really helped our trip.

The boat itself was more than adequate for 6 people, everything on board that you could possibly need.

We would recommend this experience to those with young or older children, there is plenty to do for everyone. The run from Chirk to Ellesmere has some delightful views and you can’t beat going over the aqueduct

★★★★★
Our first narrowboat experience and the staff at Crest were excellent. Boat was in good condition, no mechanical issues at all. Allowed us to pick up the boat early and get on the water. Great introduction and walk round at pickup along with a short cruise where the staff member came with us and made sure we knew how to turn the boat. Llangollen canal has a bit of everything for a first timer. Two viaducts, tunnels, and a couple of locks. The advice to head to Ellesmere first before attempting Llangollen is well worth following as some practice before navigating the narrows was very useful. Also by heading for Llangollen later in the week we seemed to miss the worst of the traffic. Would highly recommend Crest!

★★★★★
Perfect Stunning! A thoroughly enjoyable time was had by all. The staff are all absolute stars. Once again thank you Crest Narrowboats!! We’ll be back

★★★★★
Clean and fit upon arrival – very good. Paul gave a thorough orientation – Thank you – ideal for the beginner

★★★★★
Beautifully appointed. Good central heating. Good lighting. Nice size. Clean!! Its a great boat

★★★★★
What a fun craft, verbal and written instructions were thorough and effective. We quickly became adequate in operating the vehicle, but now there is less paint on the hull!!

★★★★★
Lovely condition and fresh looking. Staff always helpful and friendly by email, phone and face to face

Very nice layout, comfortable bed and chairs. Lovely boat, clean linen and towels. TV signal dodgy which is understandable

At handover, pleasant staff and good instruction. Like the modern easy living style