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A RIVER NENE ADVENTURE Another hiring season is about to start and at nene Valley Boats it's a busy time. This small family firm has been hiring holiday boats on the River nene for 7 years but for the 2014 season they have moved downriver from their small rural base, into oundle Marina Village. "its going to be an exciting year for us" says Carol Macintyre who together with her husband Dan Jones, runs the small fleet of narrowboats. "We love the quietness of the nene. it's never busy even at the height of summer and because its so peaceful you see so much more of the wildlife." Their boats can accommodate up to six people and full tuition on how to drive one comes as part of the package. "some customers have done a lot of cruising and others have done none - they all get a handover that suits their experience” says Dan who has helped countless novice boaters through their first river lock. “We want our customers to feel confident and stay safe on the river so we spend time with them making sure they know the ropes. That way they'll be sure to have a relaxing holiday.” nene Valley Boats is open from April until the end of october and offers a range of three, four and seven night breaks for anyone wanting a taste of boating life. Their website nenevalleyboatholidays.com has suggested routes for different lengths of trip and there is a mobile app full of useful information to guide holidaymakers up and down the river. Boat holidays are great for families or friends who want to enjoy the great outdoors but with the comforts of home.
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