“Great day out on the broads, great service and great value. I highly recommend booking in advance when the weather looks good as they get booked up very quickly during peak periods.”
“We have had a full day boat hire today with Barnes Brinkcraft, we have had the best day! We couldn’t recommend the company, the boat and experience highly enough. All the staff have been so friendly and helpful, our boat was very clean, in very good condition and comfortable. I would recommend the full day and going to the abbey, it’s nice to make the most of being on the water and bring a picnic. We can’t wait to go back.”
“Another brilliant holiday on the Broads. The only disappointment was the “guest” bed in the main cabin of the Royal Commander as it was not a bed as such, just the bench seating which could perhaps be suitable for a toddler but definitely not adequate for an adult : I did check on booking and was told it was just slightly smaller than a single bed and suitable for an adult but sadly not! However, we had a great time and was delighted with the hamper on arrival. Really good quality meats, ham and cheese amongst other things. Busy looking at other Brinkcraft boats to select our next holiday. Great company to book with, very friendly and attentive, would give 6 stars if I could!! Can’t wait for a return visit!”
Peter, it’s great to hear you had another brilliant holiday with us, and that the welcome hamper went down so well.
We’re sorry the guest bed wasn’t as you expected, particularly as you’d checked with us beforehand, and we’ll make sure your comments are passed on. Six stars is quite a compliment though — we’ll happily take that! We look forward to seeing which boat you choose for your next trip.
All the best,
The Team at Barnes Brinkcraft
“We had hired Brinkes Sunshine boat, the boat was so good - very easy to drive, spacious for 5 people and clean.
We loved the option of two shelter covers as we had a baby with us, they really helped … we also enjoyed the Sun by keeping the roof open. Had a lovely time!”
It sounds like Sun Shine worked really well for your family, Manjula. Having the choice of covers is particularly handy with a little one onboard — shade when you need it, then open them up when you want to enjoy the sunshine.
We’re really pleased you all had such a lovely day.
All the best,
The Team at Barnes Brinkcraft
That’s great to hear, Matt. We’re pleased everything was straightforward from booking to getting out on the water, and that the boat was just right for your day on the Broads.
We’ll pass your kind words on to the team.
All the best,
The Team at Barnes Brinkcraft
“We stayed at main sail right opposite the reception. We had an amazing holiday and have already booked to go again next year just after our wedding. The house was beautiful, staff welcoming and the area beautiful. It was lovely to sit and watch the boats and swans go by while you eat breakfast or have your morning coffee. Definitely a place for all ages”
Thanks Zoe, the photos are great — it looks like you really made the most of that riverside setting. Morning coffee while the boats and swans drift past is a pretty good way to start the day.
We’re delighted you’ve already booked to stay again, and what a lovely place to come back to after your wedding. We’ll look forward to welcoming you next year.
All the best,
The Team at Barnes Brinkcraft
“My wife and I took our daughter and our two grandchildren for two hours on a Brinklet. Everyone was very helpful and the boat was easy to steer. The river and broads near Wroxham offer a nice variety and we had a very pleasant couple of hours.”
It sounds like a lovely way to spend a couple of hours together, Robert. We’re pleased Brinklet was easy to get to grips with and that the whole family enjoyed exploring the waterways around Wroxham.
All the best,
The Team at Barnes Brinkcraft
“Cannot wait !
Very helpful easy booking process and clear on arrival and departure. All our question answered in booking confirmation without asking
Look forward to an enjoyable stress free break”
That’s great to hear, Derrie. We like to make the booking bit as straightforward as possible, so you can concentrate on looking forward to the holiday.
We hope you have a brilliant, relaxing break on the Broads.
All the best,
The Team at Barnes Brinkcraft
“7 adults and 1 child and we fitted perfectly (with space) on the Brinklet. It was fabulous! Easy to find both by road and water! Really helpful and knowledgeable staff.”
Sounds like you had a great crew aboard, Beth. We’re pleased Brinklet gave all eight of you plenty of room and that the team helped get your day off to a good start.
All the best,
The Team at Barnes Brinkcraft
That’s great to hear, Ann. A good handover makes all the difference, so we’re pleased the team helped you feel confident with the boat before you set off.
All the best,
The Team at Barnes Brinkcraft
Lovely to hear, Natalie. We’re pleased the boat had everything you needed and that the team helped make the whole experience easy from the start.
All the best,
The Team at Barnes Brinkcraft
“We couldn’t have asked for better service. The staff were incredibly helpful, friendly, and very obliging. They even tried to arrange a 12-seater boat for us, and when they didn’t have one available, they contacted another company to see if they could help. In the end, we hired two boats, which worked out perfectly.
They also recommended a lovely place for breakfast, which was a great start to our day.
The boats were excellent, the prices were very reasonable, and the whole experience was fantastic. Our foster children had an amazing time on the water and made some wonderful memories.
A1 service from start to finish. We would definitely recommend them and will be returning in the future”
Jason, it sounds like you all had a cracking day on the Broads. We’re really pleased the team could help find a solution for your group, and that taking two boats worked out so well.
Most importantly, it’s lovely to hear the children had such a brilliant time and went home with some great memories. Thanks for the recommendation — we’ll look forward to welcoming you all back.
All the best,
The Team at Barnes Brinkcraft
“Excellent communications even when I messed up twice by booking wrong dates. All sorted without any fuss. Looking forward to yet another holiday on a Brinks boat. I think this is probably my fourth Brinkcraft holiday.”
These things happen, Graham — we’re just glad we could get the dates sorted without any fuss. It’s great to have you coming back for what sounds like holiday number five, and we’ll look forward to welcoming you aboard again.
All the best,
The Team at Barnes Brinkcraft
