We think a break along the Monmouth and Brecon Canal by Narrowboat is one of the most relaxing holidays available while also offering a unique family experience.
But dont take our word for it, see what our customers thought below.
Just a short note to say how much we enjoyed our cruise on the Kidwelly Castle. The boat was equipped to a very high standard and the friendliness and efficiency of all staff excellent. In short I would have no hesitation in recommending Castle Narrowboats to any body.
Mr R T
Yes we had a very good holiday, we called it a great experience, the Barge was excellent, the scenery wonderful and the weather was perfect what more could anyone wish for. Many thanks and best wishes to Joe and the family.
Betty and Roger Carlyle
Just a quickie to say how much my son and I enjoyed our week on Beaumaris Castle. We have tried many boats over the years but the silence of an electric boat was amazing and I would recommend one of these to even the most experienced canal boaters. The canal is very picturesque and charging up now and again is no problem at all. The boat was the best we have had in all ways.
Martin & Kristian
Dear Nick, Sharon & Family
We would like to say what a wonderful week we had on Pencelli Castle, 25 March to the 1st of April. The weather was good most of the time and the scenery fantastic. The lambs, daffodils, primroses and birdsong, well, what a great time of year to be on the Mon and Brec Canal. The Pencelli Castle is a beautiful boat with all you need and more, immaculate inside and out. Sorry, we were first time narrowboaters so had a few scratches on return! Thankyou very much for all your help and kindness, you’re a great team at Castle Narrowboats.
Regards, Carol & Phil
This was our first time on a narrowboat and we were anxious on the first day. Sharon, Nick and Joe put our minds at ease, they gave us a folder with all the information we needed to know and also told us everything we needed to know about the boat. We dont think you can improve your service as it is first class. Thankyou for the little gifts you left us on the boat, we had a fantastic time, we home to see you again soon.
Barry and Christine
The British countryside at its best! Plenty to kep us busy with locks, tunnel, bridges and aquaduct. An enjoyable and relaxing holiday both on the water and walking the towpath. Great to be able to walk to view the reservoir and climb mountains.
Mr and Mrs Jackson
Excellent customer service very helpful. Nick was very helpful when we had a slight concern and went the extra mile to help with the locks. Will definitely be back!
Laura and Morgan on Y-fenni Castle
The team at Castle Narrow Boats were absolutely fantastic, even with all of the current constrains (COVID) put upon them. We had 3 boats, all turned out spotless & well equipped.
You’d want for nothing, everything had been thought of. Sharon had suggested getting a supermarket delivery direct to the boat yard, worked a dream. The briefing’s were 1st class as was the tuition.
We were blessed with dry weather for the week and thoroughly enjoyed our time sauntering thorough the beautiful Brecon’s, the kids loved all the wildlife we spotted, from fish to birds & farm animals. The pubs/hostelries were very accommodating.
Thanks again for a brilliant time.
Martin Blythe
We had a wonderful time on the canal and have already told all our friends how brilliant it was. You were all so welcoming and informative when we arrived and we will definitely be returning in the future!
Abby Baglow aboard Y-fenni Castle
This was a lovely four nights on the Skenfrith Castle. Extremely comfortable narrow boat & helpful & friendly hosts. I would highly reccommend.
Betty Alden
Thank you for our beautiful holiday on the Mon & Brec, the first visit for myself and Andy although Mum and Dad have been before but several years ago. A stunning canal, one of the prettiest I’ve been on. To wake up with a view from our bedroom door that cannot be beaten!!
Thank you for your care and consideration especially in these difficult strange days. We felt looked after, safe and appreciated the extra work that was involved. We are grateful too for the ease with which we were able to delay our trip from 2020.
We found the electric boat an interesting experience although the week become over focused on where we could charge the battery and how far we would be able to travel. Not a complaint, an honest opinion, as we choose to try the electric and have appreciated the opportunity to do so. We hope, that in the future more charging points will be possible and more companies will take the initiative and bold step that you have.
We trust you will continue to have a busy summer and future.
Gilli and Andy Gore with Mum & Dad
We had an absolutely fantastic time for our first narrowboat holiday. Loved everything about it including the locks bridges and tunnel. We all said how relaxed we were by the end of the first day.
Most importantly we were still very good friends at the end of it!!!!!
Thank you all
Nina
We had a lovely trip thank you and have already given you a 5* review on tripadviser. I am sure we will return one day and having checked out the other boats on the water you will always be first choice.
Best wishes, Rod & Jane
Dear Sharon Nick and Joe,
Thank you and your “team”, for accommodating us!
Just how lucky we were:-
Personal approach, from start to finish: Everyone of us must bring a smile a smurk and frustration!
The weather was really kind, that week.
The boat had everything, and more than we got to use.
All along our route locals, volunteers and other boat users. Just made for a lovely time.
I have already recommended you to other interested people.
You have certainly inspired us into exploring further.
Thank you all again, you may have to put up with us again!!
Wilf and Sue Hutchings
Just a line to say we enjoyed our holiday very much on Pencelli Castle last week – beautiful scenery and a relaxing pace of life. The boat was very well equipped and spotlessly clean so we didn’t want for anything and we appreciated your prompt service to fix our problems.
We’d thoroughly recommend your boats and your professional and friendly service – thank you – we will have many memories.
Best wishes
Gill
Hello,
Just wanted to let you know how much we all enjoyed our canal holiday with you.
The boat was amazing , your attention to detail and presentation of our beautiful boat was immaculate and very much appreciated!
Everyone at Castle Narrowboats gave us a wonderful welcome and was friendly and informative (including the awesome dogs!)
I really can’t express how much we all enjoyed the amazing scenery and met so many wonderful people along the way!
It really was an incredible holiday and I can’t stop telling everyone about it!
Many Thanks again for such brilliant service!
Will definitely return!
Yours Julia, Chris and Kate aboard Pencelli Castle
We thoroughly enjoyed our week afloat, despite the constant rain and high winds!
The boat is very comfortable, with every mod con, and quite easy to operate.
Wonderfully quiet with its electric motor.
The countryside of course is magnificent. At 2 mph we could enjoy the full panorama of mountains, wooded valleys and villages.
Best wishes,
Richard on Monmouth Castle
Thank you for a simple and smooth booking process.
My wife and I are really looking forward to our cruise.
Warm Regards Jim
Hi everyone, Just a quick note to thank you for making our few days on Skenfrith enjoyable.
Your boat is so well appointed and equipped. Nothing could be made better. We would recommend you to anyone. Still embarrassed that I scratched her.
Thanks again and hope you have a successful season. Really enjoyed the dogs too. They make the package a bit better also.
Kindest regards, Ronder and Olwyn.
Firstly the Brecon & Monmouthshire canal is one of the most beautiful in the country. When we arrived at the very attractive boat yard we were greeted warmly by Sharon, Nick and Joe plus their 2 gorgeous dogs. Joe and Sharon gave us a friendly and informative talk about the workings and layout of the boat. All was explained very well.
Cardiff Castle is very well equipped and clean and comfortable. It has a very efficient modern toilet and washing facilities with a good shower too. The beds are very comfortable so we got a good nights sleep. The boat is very responsive to the tiller which is a great help when negotiating some of the bends on the canal.
When our holiday ended we again got another warm welcome. I didn’t want to leave the boat as I had grown very fond of it and we are likely to do it again and explore more of the canal. We will be using Castle Narrowboats again. We have used various boat hire companies before but they are the best.
We had a great holiday. Thank you Sharon, Nick and Joe
Jane on Cardiff Castle
We had a lovely time thank you and we are telling everyone who will listen – such a beautiful canal and very accessible with pubs and villages just in the right places! The boat was lovely – very clean and comfortable.
Claire aboard Grosmont Castle
