THE NARROWBOAT “WALSALL ENTERPRISE”

THE BOAT

• For groups of up to 12 passengers including carers.
• Ramp and lift for wheelchair access.
• Large open front deck.
• Deep "picture" windows giving excellent views of the canal and countryside.
• central heating.

A minimum of two carers is required with parties.

An experienced skipper and a crew member will manage the boat on every trip.

FOOD AND DRINK
Tea and coffee are provided. There are tea making facilities in the galley - just help yourselves.
Stop for lunch at a pub or bring a packed lunch with you and eat on board.

WHEN AND WHERE
The season usually starts at Easter until mid-October.

The boat is moored on the Hatherton Branch of the Staffs & Worcester Canal at Calf Heath which is our operating base, and trips normally start from and return to there. Click here for location and directions.

The favourite trip is from Calf Heath to Coven and return. There is one lock to go through at the marina and the canal then winds its way through countryside, passing farmland and woodland. It is very pretty.

Duration approx 5hrs including a lunch stop.
Usually 10.30am until 3.30 pm.

Other routes and times available - please ask.

SAFETY
The boat has a current Boat Safety Certificate.
The skipper will carry a mobile phone in case of emergency.
Group Leaders/Carers are asked to bring a mobile phone.
Skippers and crew members are experienced, well trained and assessed.
Please note: Group organisers are responsible for the safety of members of their group.
The skipper is responsible for the safe management of the boat.
There must be sufficient, competent helpers within your party of 12 to ensure that all passengers are safe and adequately supported. In some cases this may mean one to one support.

INSURANCE
The boat carries insurance with third party liability for up to £3m.

PERSONAL ACCIDENT INSURANCE IS NOT PROVIDED AND GROUPS SHOULD ARRANGE THEIR OWN COVER.

HOW TO BOOK
A day trip costs £55 for Walsall groups
£70 for groups outside the Borough of Walsall.