THE NARROWBOAT “WALSALL ENTERPRISE”

Providing day trips for disabled and elderly groups

The nearest thing to a walk in the country

A very special day out

THE BOAT

For groups of up to 12 passengers including carers.
Ramp and lift for wheelchair access (maximum 2 wheelchair users).
Large open front deck.
Deep "picture" windows giving excellent views of the canal and countryside.
Central heating.
Toilet.

A minimum of two carers is required with parties.

A qualified skipper and crew member will manage the boat on every trip.

WHEN AND WHERE
The season usually runs from April until mid-October.

All trips start from and return to our operating base at Hatherton Marina, Calf Heath near Cannock on the Hatherton Branch of the Staffs & Worcester Canal. There is secure parking at the boatyard. 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.

Trips usually start at 10.30am and last approx 5½hrs including a lunch stop.

FOOD AND DRINK
Free drinks are provided. There are tea and coffee making facilities in the galley - just help yourselves.
Choice of Routes and meal options

Non-stop trip to Autherley Junction and return with fish & chips on board or bring your own packed lunch [5½ hours]
Trip to Coven and return, to include lunch stop at a pub (the Fox & Anchor at Cross Green) [5 hours]
Non-stop trip to Coven, return to Hatherton for 2pm lunch at a canalside restaurant (not available on Mondays)
OR pub of your choice (own transport) [3 hour canal trip + lunch]

Summer evening trips also available on request.

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.
The skipper is responsible for the safe management of the boat.
The Truman Enterprise Narrowboat Trust cannot accept any responsibility for passengers when they are off the boat.
Please note: Group organisers are responsible for the safety of members of their group.
There must be sufficient, competent helpers within your party of 12 to ensure that all passengers are safe and adequately supported at all times. This includes moving wheelchair users and giving any physical assistance passengers require with mobility. In some cases this may mean one to one support.

INSURANCE
The boat carries insurance with third party liability for up to Ł3m.
(Personal accident insurance is not provided and groups should arrange their own cover)

HOW TO BOOK
A day trip costs Ł85 for Walsall groups
Ł90 for groups outside the Borough of Walsall.
(Food costs not included)

ENQUIRIES AND BOOKINGS to:-
Please phone our Bookings Secretary on 07895 053090
This is a dedicated phone line for Enterprise bookings only
or email bookings@truman-enterprise.org.uk

To download a printable leaflet

To see the Photo Gallery

THE TRUMAN ENTERPRISE NARROWBOAT TRUST IS A REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1037914

member of the
National Community Boats Association