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Farncombe Boat House day boats

Godalming, Waverley

Timber-framed shops along Godalming High StreetPhoto of Godalming: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0

Photo of Godalming: Peter Trimming, CC BY-SA 2.0

A family-run boat hire business on the River Wey at Godalming, hiring self-drive day narrowboats for up to ten people. After 30 to 45 minutes' tuition you cruise through locks and meadows towards Guildford and back.

Highlights

  • Self-drive narrowboat with tuition on locks
  • Godalming to Guildford stretch of the Wey
  • On-board toilet, hob, kettle and cool box
  • Lunch stop at Guildford Meadow

Good to know

  • The lead hirer must be 25 or over
  • Late returns are charged at £50 an hour
  • Buoyancy aids are provided free

Getting there

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Farncombe Boat House day boats, Catteshall Road, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 1NHParking: Contact the boat house for parking details when booking.

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