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Hector is a superb 32ft historic tug boat with a separate engine room. Hector sleeps 2 adults in a fixed, full length double bed (head room from mattress to ceiling is approx. 1 metre).
Hector features a well equipped galley with a small fridge (with integrated freezer compartment), hob, oven and grill and toaster. The bathroom consists of shower, flush toilet and wash basin.
Hector has a comfortable seating area, radio/CD player and TV/DVD player with Freeview, multiple USB charging points, 240V plug sockets, hairdryer, central heating and a lovely solid fuel stove.
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Hector will be available for collection between 2.00pm and 3.00pm on the first day of hire.
Boats must be returned clean condition by 9.00am and vacated by 9.30am on the last day of hire. (There will be a charge for boats not being returned on time, or if they are not clean).
The cost of hire includes diesel (fair usage policy applies), gas, coal, kindling and firelighters, bedding/bed linen, secure car parking.
Towels can be provided on request (at time of booking) at a cost of £5.00 per person. (Free to overseas visitors)
All bookings are subject to a compulsory pre-authorised deposit of £200, payable by the person who’s named on the booking form on arrival to collect your boat.
Please read our full terms and conditions.
Same sex party's of more than 2 may be required to pay an additional £500 deposit payable by cash/debit card on your arrival.
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Just love being on the canal from start to finish meeting some lovely people along the way , definitely recommend hiring from here , fingers crossed we see you next year thanks Hector for a lovey week x
Just love being on the canal from start to finish meeting some lovely people along the way , definitely recommend hiring from here , fingers crossed we see you next year thanks Hector for a lovey week x
Debbie Sands
A truly delightful boating experience- this was my second time with Jack! Extremely friendly hosts and excellent location to start from to explore the Oxford canal from Rugby. Just an hour and a bit journey from London making it easy to get to for a long weekend out from London. Absolutely recommend them!
A truly delightful boating experience- this was my second time with Jack! Extremely friendly hosts and excellent location to start from to explore the Oxford canal from Rugby. Just an hour and a bit journey from London making it easy to get to for a long weekend out from London. Absolutely recommend them!
Vivekanand Sridhar
Had a lovely weekend on ‘Jack’. We loved the welcome pack - so thoughtful. Well equipped - actually had decent kitchen facilities, like sharp knives and decent chopping board. Warm and toastie and can’t wait to do it again!
Had a lovely weekend on ‘Jack’. We loved the welcome pack - so thoughtful. Well equipped - actually had decent kitchen facilities, like sharp knives and decent chopping board. Warm and toastie and can’t wait to do it again!
Clare Duncan-Hawes
Outstanding people and I wouldn't go any where else for anything for your boat needs.2 wonderful little boats for couples to hire too, I love Hector, if you like quirky thats the boat to hire.Rue knows his stuff when it comes to boats. Jane and him work so well together, you will feel like part of the family in no time.
Outstanding people and I wouldn't go any where else for anything for your boat needs.2 wonderful little boats for couples to hire too, I love Hector, if you like quirky thats the boat to hire.Rue knows his stuff when it comes to boats. Jane and him work so well together, you will feel like part of the family in no time.
Deborah Barton
Hired cute and cosy hector a great learner boat. Roe gave us tuition and even though he was so busy he dropped us at the train station. Lovely 'helpful' hardworking place. Hopefully we will return later on next year. Lovely welcome pack!
Hired cute and cosy hector a great learner boat. Roe gave us tuition and even though he was so busy he dropped us at the train station. Lovely 'helpful' hardworking place. Hopefully we will return later on next year. Lovely welcome pack!
Karen Matthews
We took Hector out for a long weekend in June - an absolute delight! From the get-go the service was excellent, Rue was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The boat was great, a properly cute traditional tug style narrowboat, short enough to be no real hassle amongst all the other boats and able to nab moorings that others couldn't - which was handy!
We took Hector out for a long weekend in June - an absolute delight! From the get-go the service was excellent, Rue was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The boat was great, a properly cute traditional tug style narrowboat, short enough to be no real hassle amongst all the other boats and able to nab moorings that others couldn't - which was handy!
Simon Turner
We have had another lovely week on Jack, there is nothing more relaxing than chugging along the canals admiring the splendid sights of Autumn. Nik and I have hired narrowboats on other canals in other areas of the country in the past, but nothing compares to Armada Boat Hire in attention to detail, and in terms of the cleanliness and comfort of Jack.
We have had another lovely week on Jack, there is nothing more relaxing than chugging along the canals admiring the splendid sights of Autumn. Nik and I have hired narrowboats on other canals in other areas of the country in the past, but nothing compares to Armada Boat Hire in attention to detail, and in terms of the cleanliness and comfort of Jack.
Suzie Collier
Recently had a fantastic week on Hector, owned by Armada Boat Hire.First class customer service; friendly, helpful and knowledgeable, which made the whole experience trouble free.Hector is a lovely little boat, very well kitted out, cozy and easy to manoeuvre. We opted to head to Market Harborough and back in a week and travelled along some of the most beautiful countryside seeing loads of wildlife on the way
Recently had a fantastic week on Hector, owned by Armada Boat Hire.First class customer service; friendly, helpful and knowledgeable, which made the whole experience trouble free.Hector is a lovely little boat, very well kitted out, cozy and easy to manoeuvre. We opted to head to Market Harborough and back in a week and travelled along some of the most beautiful countryside seeing loads of wildlife on the way
Mark O'Brien
We hired Jack for the long august BH weekend; Rue really took the time to calm our nerves and took us out for an hour to show us how to drive the boat properly. He gave us advice on our route and off we went. The boat itself was gorgeous; all the mod cons and more. We really enjoyed our trip and Jack was a pleasure to use; we had so many comments and compliments from other boaters!
We hired Jack for the long august BH weekend; Rue really took the time to calm our nerves and took us out for an hour to show us how to drive the boat properly. He gave us advice on our route and off we went. The boat itself was gorgeous; all the mod cons and more. We really enjoyed our trip and Jack was a pleasure to use; we had so many comments and compliments from other boaters!
Cloe Raan
Taking it to another level! Armada have a new boat for hire, Tia. My wife and I were fortunate enough to take her on her maiden trip. This boat is simply stunning. Bright, modern and airy at the front. Traditional and homely in the back bedroom, with a proper size bed. In the centre is fabulous bathroom with a powerful, full size shower. The level of design and fit out has to be seen to be believed.
Taking it to another level! Armada have a new boat for hire, Tia. My wife and I were fortunate enough to take her on her maiden trip. This boat is simply stunning. Bright, modern and airy at the front. Traditional and homely in the back bedroom, with a proper size bed. In the centre is fabulous bathroom with a powerful, full size shower. The level of design and fit out has to be seen to be believed.
Philip Hall
We had a wonderful week on board the luxurious Tia Dalma, cruising the Oxford, Coventry and Ashby canals. The owners were very friendly and helpful and made everything so easy for us. Highly recommended.
We had a wonderful week on board the luxurious Tia Dalma, cruising the Oxford, Coventry and Ashby canals. The owners were very friendly and helpful and made everything so easy for us. Highly recommended.
Michael Craig
Having hired from other companies previously, I must say that Tia is a stunning boat. The interior is bright, modern and well laid out, everything works well, while the outside is brightly painted in traditional style. I was pleasantly surprised at the many boaters we met who admire Armada's boats and know them to be of excellent quality. Quite a reputation. It's no surprise that Rue won't let you hire it unless you have previous experience! The only down side to our holiday was having to return it at the end of a fantastic week.
Having hired from other companies previously, I must say that Tia is a stunning boat. The interior is bright, modern and well laid out, everything works well, while the outside is brightly painted in traditional style. I was pleasantly surprised at the many boaters we met who admire Armada's boats and know them to be of excellent quality. Quite a reputation. It's no surprise that Rue won't let you hire it unless you have previous experience! The only down side to our holiday was having to return it at the end of a fantastic week.
Derek Guy
Absolutely amazing from the off. Meeting the owners on pick up of the narrow boat and spending time showing us how to steer it They then showed us how to moor up safely a very patient teacher. The boat we hired was immaculately clean throughout. The holiday was a great way to unwind among the natural beauty of the country side along the beautiful canal's & water ways through locks under bridges, through swing gates then stopping when and where we want.
Absolutely amazing from the off. Meeting the owners on pick up of the narrow boat and spending time showing us how to steer it They then showed us how to moor up safely a very patient teacher. The boat we hired was immaculately clean throughout. The holiday was a great way to unwind among the natural beauty of the country side along the beautiful canal's & water ways through locks under bridges, through swing gates then stopping when and where we want.
Amanda Adams
We have just returned from a week on the Tia Dalma and I can hand on heart say we had one of the most amazing holidays despite it being one of the wettest weeks ever! We loved exploring different villages and towns along the way and a tip is make sure you buy the guide book for your route from Armada's office before you leave as this will be your bible on the trip!
We have just returned from a week on the Tia Dalma and I can hand on heart say we had one of the most amazing holidays despite it being one of the wettest weeks ever! We loved exploring different villages and towns along the way and a tip is make sure you buy the guide book for your route from Armada's office before you leave as this will be your bible on the trip!
Tracey McLeod
We rented Hector for a week. Ru is hood fun and he's a biker so obviously a good lad! The boat was great. It is a little small inside truth be told but we wanted to start boating small for ease. The small size does have advantages however when manoeuvring and mooring. We had a great time cruising the North Oxford, Coventry and Ashby canals. Thanks Hector, Ru and Jane!
We rented Hector for a week. Ru is hood fun and he's a biker so obviously a good lad! The boat was great. It is a little small inside truth be told but we wanted to start boating small for ease. The small size does have advantages however when manoeuvring and mooring. We had a great time cruising the North Oxford, Coventry and Ashby canals. Thanks Hector, Ru and Jane!
Xose Mourino
