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Canal and River Self-Steer
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Activity Holidays Boating/Sailing Holidays Canal and River Self-Steer Shannon Castle Line  | Shannon Castle Line | ||
| Williamstown Harbour, Whitegate, Co Clare, Ireland | |||
| tel: +353 61 927 042 | |||
A family-owned operator operating since 1976 with currently a fleet of 23 motor cruisers.
Produces a leaflet for children with ideas of things to see and do during the boating holiday, including pubs and restaurants a free moorings along the river and its lakes. Fishing is one of the attractions of the holiday or they offer recommendations for example for pony trekking centres close to the waterway.
Transfers can be arranged from Shannon or Dublin airports. Tuition is given before departure. Food can be ordered from a grocery list before arrival.
Where
River Shannon and its lakes.
Type of Vessels
Modern motor cruisers sleeping two to eight.
Equipment
A stereo/ tape deck is provided on all the vessels but not TV because of poor reception. However, all boats are equipped with mobile phones.
Safety
Life jackets of all sizes are provided on board. It is strongly recommended that children wear jackets at all times and are supervised while on deck.
Sample Price
Irish £800 for a 4-6 berth 31ft motor cruiser in peak season.
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