Waterways Holidays Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 52 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently mention how exceptionally easy and straightforward the online and telephone booking process is, highlighting the extremely helpful staff who always provide clear guidance and useful recommendations for upcoming holidays. People also deeply appreciate the professional communication and friendly phone interactions that make planning a relaxing getaway entirely stress-free, smooth, and genuinely enjoyable. Consumers consistently note that company representatives are wonderfully knowledgeable, answering all inquiries promptly, confirming vacation choices efficiently, and ensuring every single travel detail is perfectly prepared before arrival. Reviewers express high satisfaction with how quickly everything is finalized without any unnecessary complications or delays.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just booked a break on the broads through Waterways, had a lovely chat with Trudi, all my questions answered and some great tips for the holiday. We had chosen a boat online and Trudi knew the craf... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was very easy to book, quick response after pressing book from a lady who called to take payment, much preferred this way rather than having to input details on booking site. Very polite, and exp... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just booked a week on one of their luxury cruisers. Their website is easy to use, concise and transparent so you know exactly what you’re getting. Good menu to help you choose your location and da... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just me partner and dog had an excellent chilled vacation on the broads .great weather lovely boat and the staff were brilliant couldnt ask for anything else deffo will be booking again


Company details

  1. Boat Tour Agency
  2. also in
  3. Holiday Accommodation Service
  4. Holiday Apartment Rental
  5. Self-Catering Accommodation
  6. Vacation Home Rental Agency
  7. Vacation Rental

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Waterways Holidays specialise in offering self-drive boating holidays on the UK canals, rivers and Norfolk Broads. Offering over 1,800 boats from a choice of 80 different start locations in England, Scotland and Wales, we can find a holiday afloat to suit everyone. The types of boats offered include narrowboats, cruisers and yachts (both modern and traditional) and no previous boating experience is required as full instruction is provided at the start of your holiday. We also offer boating holidays on the waterways of France, Germany and Portugal for those looking to venture a little further afield.


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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The booking site was easy to use

The booking site was easy to use, and staff very professional and a pleasure to speak to.
The reason I dropped a star was that the initial cost advertised was extremely enticing, however once we’d added the waiver fee, a pet and fuel costs the full holiday was half as much again.
That said we are very much looking forward to the holiday.

October 20, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to book

Very straightforward process. When I did have an issue, online chat solved itin a quick and friendly manner.

October 14, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy and efficient service

Easy and efficient service. I was called the next day and although I couldn't take the call it was followed up with an email and then another call. Holiday was booked that same day. Friendly staff . It was so easy

September 28, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Behind this service is a fantastic team…

Behind this service is a fantastic team of competent, trustworthy and responsive people. They call you right upon your online booking to understand what exactly you're looking for and make sure it lines up with expectations, walk you through the process and arrange payment, which then happens through email and a secure platform.

September 13, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a great way to relax away a few…

What a great way to relax away a few days.
The boat was well prepped and ready when we arrived. Was perfect for the break.
Barnes provided a thorough tutorial on the boat which was so easy to use.
Already booked again for next year.

August 25, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful, friendly & polite.

I dealt with Mark and he couldn’t have been more helpful. He was very polite, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Really looking forward to our trip.

September 10, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy booking process

It was exceptionally easy to book, will definately use Waterways again!

September 8, 2026
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you Julie. Your feedback is really appreciated and we look forward to assisting you again

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service all round

Out booking was abit complicated so we called direct and Mark was incredibly helpful, informative and polite. Excellent service all round

September 2, 2026
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and 5 star rating

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just booked a break on the broads…

Just booked a break on the broads through Waterways, had a lovely chat with Trudi, all my questions answered and some great tips for the holiday. We had chosen a boat online and Trudi knew the craft and was able to confirm some details without having to go searching, which shows the knowledge they have.
Nice to have a consistent contact as well, gives you some added faith in the experience.
Hopefully follow this up with a great review of the holiday after we go. But can't fault the booking experience and so far I would definitely recommend them.

August 19, 2026
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you so much for sharing your positive booking experience with Trudi. Really appreciated and passed to her - thank you

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Spoke to a lovely lady on the phone who…

Spoke to a lovely lady on the phone who couldn't do enough for us, we have booked with Waterways before and have always been pleased with their customer service.

August 6, 2026
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Thank you Gary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just me partner and dog had an…

Just me partner and dog had an excellent chilled vacation on the broads .great weather lovely boat and the staff were brilliant couldnt ask for anything else deffo will be booking again

June 27, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service is better than an online payment option

Although booking appears to be made online, payment cannot be made online, so you have to wait to be contacted by the company to take payment. I booked on a Friday evening and received a call on the Saturday morning to confirm the booking details, to provide further information, to take further details and finally to take payment, if everything else was in order. On the Friday evening, not being able to pay online seemed to be an unnecessary obstacle to completing the booking, but after the call on Saturday morning, I was pleased to then appreciate that payment was only taken once all other details had been checked to be in order.

July 18, 2026
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your detailed review of our service. We are always developing our booking procedure to try and make it as easy as possible for customers. I am glad that you felt we provided useful information when we spoke, as we do like to make sure that customers are booking the most suitable holiday before taking payments. I hope you have a great holiday.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amy Greenaway was brilliant

Amy Greenaway was brilliant, easy to talk to, very informative.
Booking process was easy,

July 3, 2026
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your five star review!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Information missed

Helpful staff only thing is when we booked with 2 dogs the company who own the boat we booked with was not told about them

June 30, 2026
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your review and I am glad to hear we were helpful. Sorry that your dogs were not logged on your booking, I can see that they are showing now for you. Hope you have a great holiday.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Feedback

Quick, efficient and very responsive

June 30, 2026
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Reply from Waterways Holidays

Thank you for your kind feedback.

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