Ages 18+ • Self Drive • Up to 10 days hire • Pets welcome
Bring the family, bring the dog: a simple, pet-friendly seven-seat self-drive boat from Horning that includes tuition, same-day bookings, and flexible hires up to ten days. Perfect for slow cruises, wildlife watching, and riverside pub hops.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–10 days
Fitness Level
Light activity; appropriate for most people who can step on and off a low boat and walk short distances while mooring.
Wildlife
History
Horning has a long river culture as a working and leisure boating community on England’s inland waterways.
Conservation
Avoid trampling reedbanks, use designated moorings, and pack out all rubbish to protect fragile wetland habitats.
Ages 18+ • Self Drive • Up to 10 days hire • Pets welcome
Bring watertight bags
Stow clothes, electronics, and snacks in dry bags—small boats have limited storage and a 680kg load limit matters.
Book by phone for last-minute hires
Same-day bookings are available by phone—call early in the day during busy weekends to reserve your boat.
Respect mooring etiquette
Use designated moorings where possible and avoid trampling reedbanks to protect nesting birds and fragile banks.
Check return windows
Note seasonal return times: back by 17:00 Apr 12–Sep 30, and by 15:00 Oct 1–Apr 11 on the last hire day.
Personal flotation device / life jacket
Essential for safety; check fit for adults and children.
Waterproof jacket and layered clothing
Wet weather and breeze on open water make layers and waterproofs important.
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Dry bag or waterproof box
Protects phones, cameras, and spare clothes from spray and rain.
Binoculars
Useful for spotting birds, otters, and distant riverside features.