What Our Customers Say

It is not often that I have feel I have had good service these days, but in this case I'd like to thank both you and "Little" John for your support in concluding this phase of my first Narrow boat acquisition. Both John and I have, as you know, had a detailed chat about the modification I need before I live on the boat and I have to say, I feel I am in very safe hands. So in short, thanks to you and your team. (Buyer) Peter Bevan, Kent

Dear Sir I would like to take this opportunity in thanking you for the swift and efficient sale of our Narrowboat, Carla. In particular I must praise Ellie for her pleasant style and encouraging manner as we discussed the process from start to end, she was indeed an excellent ambassador for the marina sales.I would without hesitation recommend Great Haywood Boat Sales to any prospective boaters wishing to sell their craft in the future.Once again my sincere thanks.Kind regards.Simon (Cooper)

We would like to thank you and all of your staff for the professional, efficient and sympathetic way that you conducted the sale of Misty Dawn. You always kept us informed of how the sale was proceeding and gave us great encouragement. We are grateful that your staff showed people around the boat because some of your competitiors give clients a bunch of keys and let them wander around. We would recommend anyone thinking of selling a boat to have you conduct their sale. John and Sylvia Henley 

Re: purchase of `Veray`
We were really impressed how easy it was to buy our boat . Everything was explained, paperwork completed and we were updated at every stage. Ellie was so efficient and also an especially pleasant person to deal with. The boat arrived in Birmingham and we are so happy to have it. Anyone thinking of buying a boat should visit Great Haywood Boat Sales, the professionalism of the staff creates a successful business.
Glynis Wilson

My wife and I would like to thank you for the efficient, friendly and professional service we received from you when you sold our boat recently. It isn't often that I find myself writing about the service received these days and when I do it is usually to complain, so it is refreshing to write this in glowing terms. I must confess I wasn't looking forward to the process and expected to be in for the long haul. Far from it - the whole process went like clockwork and I had no qualms about leaving the boat in the hands of your staff at the Tattenhall Marina. The boat sold very quickly, just a couple of days after leaving it with you, but what I appreciated more than anything else was being kept informed of progress at each stage of the sale process. Well done and thanks again. B & S Stephenson, Wem.
Thank you for the service you and the team provided in achieving a sale for 'Tootle'. It wasn't an easy decision to sell the boat, but the end-to-end process with Great Haywood Brokerage went very smoothly. All the team at Great Haywood and Tattenhall were very helpful and personable. I was fortunate to achieve a quick sale in the current economic climate which was undoubtably aided by the quality of your marketing skills. I would have no hesitation in recommending your services to any prospective boat seller/purchaser and wish you continued success for the future.
Gary Raynes, Rhyl.

We have sponsored a wish for Jack Smith who is an 11 year old boy who had cancer and had 12 sessions of Chemotherapy. We met Jack and his Mom and Grandma at Tattenhall Marina when we pulled a Narrow Boat 7 miles to Chester and raised over £1100.00. More ...

We would like to say thank you very much for the very professional and speedy way in which you sold our boat. Albeit a very quick and painless process, we were impressed with the way in which you kept us informed at each stage, and would have no hesitation in using your services to sell out next boat. Mike and Sue Reynolds, Stafford.

We I would just like to thank you and your team for the professional way in which you helped me look for the right narrowboat, and once I had found it to secure its purchase. The passage from the prospective purchaser to the owner was handled in a sympathetic but totally professional manner even to ensuring that the seller was on hand when the boat was signed over so that he and I could discuss the intricate details of the boat as I bought it. I would thoroughly recommend anyone looking to buy a narrowboat to contact you as I know they will not be disappointed. Many thanks again. N.B. Crosby, Australia.

We felt we would like to write and thank you for the great service we received during the recent purchase of our boat Sammy Jo. From the initial inspection through to the completion of the purchase procedure it has been a pleasure to deal with you. Everyone at the Marina has been very friendly and helpful, and still are, so we would have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone else who was thinking of buying a boat. John & Margaret Dunster

We would like to say a big Thank You to you both for the way you handled the sale of our narrow boat, Gentle Presence. The service we received was very efficient from the pricing stage to the completion. It was a pleasure to deal with you and we would not hesitate in recommending Great Haywood Boat brokerage to anyone thinking of buying or selling a boat. Once again thank you for a helpful and very friendly service. Jennie and Ken Owen, Stafford.


We endured several frustrating and disappointing months of time wasters and tyre kickers trying to sell our treasured craft privately. It is testament to your proactive approach, enthusiasm and the professional organisation Great Haywood Boat Sales Team offers that sold our boat surprisingly quickly. Particularly impressive as the sale was completed through the middle of the worst winter weather we have experienced in over 30 years. The entire canal network being closed down and boats frozen in for many weeks did nothing to distract your team from its prime mission to secure a sale.Very well done, we would certainly have no hesitation in recommending Great Haywood Boat Sales to anyone considering selling or buying a top quality used narrow boat. (Seller) Mr. Evans, Dudley, West Midlands

Thank you and the team for the prompt and efficient service. (Seller) Mrs Johnston, Dorset

Thanks for all your efficient help and handling of the Sale. (Seller) Mrs Halsall, Shropshire

I wanted to write and let you know how pleased I was with the recent service you provided in selling my boat. I would gladly recommend Great Haywood Boats Sales to anyone thinking of selling. (Seller) Mr Conlon, Birmingham

Many thanks for the extremely efficient manner in which you have carried out this sale. (Seller) Mr Pakes, Derbyshire

Thank you and the team for the marketing and selling of my narrowboat. It was wonderful to meet and deal with a team who have a very professional and honest approach. You are honest in your valuations, obviously in touch with your market and competitive with your fees, what more can anyone ask. (Seller) Mr Gladwin, Milton Keynes


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