90%Would buy again
Compared to the big booking sites this was miles easier, no endless pop ups and the price was lower for the same boat. Paid, got a text, turned up and they had it ready. Nice one.
Read moreBooked a day on a rib and the confirmation said full tank of fuel included but we had to fill it up ourselves. Took ages to get anyone to answer the phone about it. The boat itself was fine but the whole thing felt like a faff.
Read moreI booked a half day outboard hire for a fishing trip with my brother-in-law and had never done it before. The booking form asked sensible questions, they emailed a checklist of what to bring, and the man at the marina walked us through the throttle and the kill cord before we left. Felt properly looked after from start to finish.
Read moreCompared to the big booking sites this was miles easier, no endless pop ups and the price was lower for the same boat. Paid, got a text, turned up and they had it ready. Nice one.
We wanted a small rowing boat for my husbands birthday on the lake at Bassenthwaite and the site had a few options. The booking went through fine but the pick up was ten minutes later than I was told and the boat had a bit of a wobble on the seat. Still got it sorted in the end.
Sorted in about ten minutes and the boat was booked for Saturday no bother. Found it on my phone, paid, got the confirmation straight away. Would use again for sure, the chat on the site answered my one question fast too.
The live availability calendar was spot on, I could see the exact slot I wanted and it stayed held while I paid. Sent from the car park, quick reply from them too.
I have hired a few outboards over the years so I knew what to look for. The engine was starting first pull and the fuel line was in good nick, though the bimini on the rib was a bit faded. Booking was simple and they gave me the right paperwork.
I booked a half day outboard hire for a fishing trip with my brother-in-law and had never done it before. The booking form asked sensible questions, they emailed a checklist of what to bring, and the man at the marina walked us through the throttle and the kill cord before we left. Felt properly looked after from start to finish.
Went with these over a place up the road that wanted a deposit on the day. This one just took the payment upfront and that was it. Pick up was on time and the boat was alright, though the price was a touch higher than I expected.
I have been hiring from them for about fifteen years and the thing I always notice is they keep the same staff on so you know the drill. This year the booking was still quick through the same account and my old details filled in automatically.
I looked at three other places before going with these and they were the cheapest for a double canoe on the river for the day. The paddles were a bit worn at the tips but the life jackets were clean and the boat was dry. Booking took two minutes.
Booked a day on a rib and the confirmation said full tank of fuel included but we had to fill it up ourselves. Took ages to get anyone to answer the phone about it. The boat itself was fine but the whole thing felt like a faff.
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Boatsandoutboards is a UK business that sells and supports outboard motors, boats and related marine equipment for leisure and small commercial users. The company focuses on outboard engines, covering the brands and power ratings that suit tenders, dinghies and small cruisers. Its range is built around the practical needs of boat owners who want clear advice on matching an engine to a hull.
Its customers are recreational boaters, anglers and dinghy sailors who need dependable kit and straightforward guidance. The business operates online through its website, where customers can browse products and get in touch about servicing and parts.
