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The following comments have been taken from Log Book pages

written by those cruising on Lizzie-Jean in 2009 and 2010:

"A great day (shame about the weather!). We all enjoyed it enormously nonetheless.  An excellent way to celebrate a birthday.  Captain was endlessly patient with crew aged 8, 6 and 3.  Would all like to come again".  "I thought it was fun steering the boat.  I would like to do it again sometime."

Gran Prue (from Bingley) and Joseph (8, from Newcastle)

"What a wonderful relaxing trip, a change from the stresses of day-to-day life.  Wonderful friendly hosts.  Will definately come again and recommend to all our colleagues and friends." 

S,J,D,M,C & C from Bradford.

"We had a lovely day, weather, hospitality - perfect. You had gone to a lot of trouble decorating the boat.  We shall remember our trip for a long time and to finish off with a meal at the White Lion was great.  Hope you have a good summer for trips, we shall tell our friends.  Thank you very much for a memorable day."

C & P from Bingley.

"Lovely welcome by David.  Everything you could wish for on board.  Weather was fine (until 3.30!). We are waiting for our sailing certificate along with our naval pension!!  Very enjoyable day - one to remember with all our friends.  We would like to come again.  Many thanks."

J, N and friends from Leeds

"What a way to celebrate one's 80th birthday - even though they did make me work all the locks.  Lovely day, lovely weather, lovely people!  A super relaxing afternoon - thanks"

D.K. from Pontefract with family from Halifax.

"Perfect for birthdays!  The festive decorations and welcome breakfast were great.  Lovely relaxing day.  It was fun to have a go at steering, whether 4 or 59!"

Dr.R with K and family from Keighley and London

"From croissants to the cosy seating area to the magnificent English countryside - flora and fauna (mother ducks with chicks) and sweets (from the Dalesman Cafe). In spite of cold and rain "this was great mate!"  Being crew made us understand the canal lifestyle" 

K & H from Australia

"It was  wonderful day. I loved it the moment we glimpsed the table through the window set with teacups and jams! Lizzie Jean is a darling little  boat - cosy yet classy - especially when wearing Eau de Warm Croissant!
I've wanted to go on a narrowboat for 30+ years - and I live in Marple!  It takes a couple of Aussie mates to make my dream come true.  Thanks to all. A day to remember."

Lynne

"It was a very fun journey and something none of my friends would have ever done.  I really enjoyed going to Gargrave stepping stones and getting sweets."

Ellie (aged 9)

"A lovely day enjoyed by everyone - great skipper and relaxed atmosphere. Probably the best (Christmas) present I could have had, and we'll definately consider re-booking."

Tony from Rochdale

"It seemed weird coming from an island to go on a boat in England, but it was well worth the trip.  Friendly skipper and beautiful countryside"

T & J from Bermuda.

"Fantastic day for Brian's 60th birthday.  His dream has always been to go on a narrowboat, so he's thoroughly enjoyed being interactive with locks and bridges.  We were well looked after by David, our host."

C. B. and family from Horsforth.

"An overcast day with light drizzle - but a fabulous experience on "HMS Lizzie-Jean".  Captain David was the perfect skipper and host - generous and thoughtful to his fairly hopeless crew. Congratulations David - your boat is fantastic.  We hope to return on a sunny day to enjoy this relaxing experience again".

S.H. and family (from Ripon, Harrogate, London and Bolton)

"Everyone had a fabulous day to celebrate Aunty Vi's 80th birthday.  Weather was very wet and windy, but didn't dampen our spirits.  We had two very capable men to operate the locks and bridges, and an even more capable man steering us in the right direction.  Whetted our appetites for more trips on the canal.  Thank you David for an enjoyable and hospitable day from everyone aboard Lizzie-Jean!"

C.P. and family.

"Pleased to say we all had a very enjoyable Sunday morning.  An experience none of us had done before.  We all went away with a lovely memory of our trip on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal.  Lizzie-Jean was really comfortable and our welcome drink and warm croissant was timed perfectly after our drive from home.

With champagne we toasted Dani's belated 21st, Janine's birthday and wished Bon Voyage to their trip back to Australia.  They both laughed and giggled when opening and closing the bridges - Dani's sense of humour made him put Enya's Orinoco Flow on the CD player.  I know he will have taken some great photographs and cannot wait to see them on his website . . . proving that here in Yorkshire we can more than match the other places he's been to!

Thank you so much for sharing Lizzie-Jean with us." 

P McL and family

"A day out for Margie's 50th!  A really enjoyable day, great boat and a great host.  Interesting to learn all about opening the locks and bridges, as well as having a go at steering the boat.  Would recommend this day out to anyone!  Thank you."  K.L. and family

"De-stressed in a day - quite remarkable really!  Fantastic Fondue followed by a superb summer pudding . . .  Thank you for a lovely day"  J & S

"We were all really impressed at the comfort and style - all excellent, with real comfortable facilities.  Our trip was enjoyed by all and we look forward to a future visit.  Our thanks to skipper David, and we wish good luck to his forthcoming adventures on Lizzie-Jean!" 

Bradford Play-Reading Group. who later sent in the words to a song -  to be sung to the tune of "We are sailing". 

Here is an extract:

                        "We are sailing, we are sailing

                                                   on the longboat to Gargrave.

                                                   We are sailing, we are sailing

                                                    with our skipper, who is Dave.

He is patient, he is thoughtful

He will help us on our way.

He will tell us how to steer her,

Open bridges -

HAVE A NICE DAY"

"Thank you for an afternoon of peace, a time to relax with the family and enjoy our fabulous Yorkshire scenery (and weather!)";  " A far better canal experience than the one 30 years ago when Dad was at the helm!"; "A lovely day - and a cracking boat.  We all enjoyed having a go at 'driving', and watching the youngsters get rained on at the locks was impressive."

B.T. and family

"A lovely restful journey - very welcoming."  K & G

"A wonderful birthday celebration - excellent trip in a very comfortable boat - enjoyed by all"

S.H. and family

"I enjoyed my special day - thanks very much"; "Top day - even if my driving skill wasn't all that good!" J.E. and family

"Absolutely fab! Ruby anniversary for Ma and Pa.  They loved it to bits".   "We will recommend Lizzie-Jean to all" 

P.W. and family

"Beautifully furnished, home from home.  David was very friendly, polite and helpful.  The trip allowed us all hands-on experience as well as a chance to relax."   "The best escape from the stress of the city - our first canal trip and it will not be our last!" 

A.B. and family

"We had a great time, thanks David for a superb day out and for going the extra mile to make a special day (50th birthday) more special"

A.T. and family

"We had a great half-day trip up the canal.  It was a first time for us and we thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience.  It was good to get involved and have a go at steering the boat and opening the bridges.  I would recommend the trip to anyone who is fancying canal boating.  A lovely boat and great skipper.  Many thanks." 

DG & MG

Along the same lines, on 25th April, Bradford's Telegraph & Argus newspaper published an article by Emma Clayton about an afternoon she spent on Lizzie-Jean "learning the ropes"  Click here for a link to the T & A website to read Emma's article.