What You Get
Included in all options:
- Boat hire with one full and one part-full gas bottle supplied, valid between 23 Jun-4 Sept 2017
See the option list at the end of the Getaways Report tab.
The Boat Hire
Based in Worcestershire, Starline Narrowboats enables newbies and versed sailors to explore the River Severn, including the Worcester and Birmingham canals, meandering through tens of miles of countryside, with a choice of boats all geared up to sleep and offer comfort for up to 12 people.
- Eastern Star: cruiser-stern narrowboat, 45ft long, 3- to 5-berth (two doubles and one single), 1 toilet, 1 shower
- Dawn Star: cruiser-stern narrowboat, 50ft long, 5- to 7-berth (three doubles and one single), 1 toilet, 1 shower
- Endeavour: cruiser-stern narrowboat, 52ft long, 5- to 8-berth (various sleeping arrangements available), 1 toilet, 1 shower
- Dark Star: semi-traditional style narrowboat, 55ft long, 5- to 7-berth (three doubles and one single), 2 toilets, 1 shower
- Bright Star: semi-traditional style narrowboat, 55ft long, 6- to 8-berth (various sleeping arrangements available), 2 toilets, 1 shower
- Kentish Star: cruiser-stern narrowboat, 58ft long, 6- to 8-berth (various sleeping arrangements available), 2 toilets, 1 shower
- Star Gazer: cruiser-stern narrowboat, 69ft long, 8- to 10-berth (various sleeping arrangements available), 2 toilets, 1 shower
- North Star: cruiser-stern narrowboat, 60ft long, 10- to 12-berth (various sleeping arrangements available), 2 toilets, 2 showers
Groupon’s Guide To Worcestershire
Set in West Midlands, Worcestershire county invites holidaymakers to explore its picturesque towns and villages, including Worcester, Kidderminster, Redditch, Bromsgrove, Stourport-on-Severn and Droitwich.
Several rivers flow through the county, while the Malvern Hills, running from the south into Herefordshire, have been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Famous Worcestershire sites include Worcester Cathedral, considered one of the most beautiful cathedrals in England, situated on a bank overlooking the River Severn, Severn Valley Railway, Worcestershire Beacon, Harvington Hall, Great Witley Church, Bewdley Museum or Go Ape! Wyre Forest. Visitors can also observe the wildlife on a safari drive-through in West Midlands Safari Park.
Options
Option 1: Eastern Star for 3 people (max. 5)
- £445 for 4 nights, arriving Mon (42% off)
- £495 for 3 nights, arriving Fri (43% off)
Option 2: Dawn Star for 5 people (max. 7)
- £505 for 4 nights, arriving Mon (44% off)
- £565 for 3 nights, arriving Fri (43% off)
Option 3: Endeavour for 6 people (max. 8)
- £520 for 4 nights, arriving Mon (45% off)
- £580 for 3 nights, arriving Fri (43% off)
Option 4: Dark Star for 5 people (max. 7)
- £535 for 4 nights, arriving Mon (45% off)
- £595 for 3 nights, arriving Fri (44% off)
Option 5: Bright Star for 6 people (max. 8)
- £590 for 4 nights, arriving Mon (49% off)
- £615 for 3 nights, arriving Fri (51% off)
Option 6: Kentish Star for 6 people (max. 8)
- £600 for 4 nights, arriving Mon (51% off)
- £645 for 3 nights, arriving Fri (52% off)
Option 7: Star Gazer for 8 people (max. 10)
- £640 for 4 nights, arriving Mon (52% off)
- £685 for 3 nights, arriving Fri (52% off)
Option 8: North Star for 10 people (max 12)
- £745 for 4 nights, arriving Mon (48% off)
- £755 for 3 nights, arriving Fri (50% off)
Amenities
- Boat pick-up at 1.30pm (if not advised differently)
- Boat must be vacated by 9:30am on return day
- Departs from Stourport (DY13 9EP) where full group must board
- Well-behaved dogs allowed on Dawn Star, Endeavour, Dark Star, Kentish Star, Eastern Star and Star Gazer for a £22 supplement per dog and additional refundable security deposit of £25 per dog, payable to the merchant
Fine Print
Valid from 23 Jun to 4 Sept 2017.
Hires commencing during the period of 25-28 Aug 2017 are subject to a supplement of £70, payable directly to Starline Narrowboats.
Coupon valid for either midweek (Monday-Friday) or weekend (Friday-Monday) hire, depending on option chosen.
Price for 5, 7, 8, 10 or 12 people, depending on option chosen.
Booking:
Bookings are subject to availability, confirm availability with the merchant prior to voucher purchase on 01531 632003.
Must book within 4 weeks of purchase.
Booking required by phone: 01531 632003.
Must quote security code and voucher code when booking. Must bring Groupon voucher on redemption.
No modification or cancellation allowed after booking confirmation. Bookings are non-refundable and non-transferable to another destination once confirmed. Cancellation cover available at 4% of hire charge or £35, whichever is higher.
Limit of 1 voucher per hire.
Limitations:
Not valid on existing bookings. Person piloting boat cannot consume alcohol. Skipper and min. one other person must be over 18 years of age. Route availability is subject to river levels and C&RT maintenance work. Fishing is permitted but must have valid licence.
Other Information:
Offer open to new and existing customers.
Boat departs from Stourport (DY13 9EP), United Kingdom, where full group must board.
City tax: N/A.
£125 booking / security deposit per boat – refunded if boat returned in good order (£150 for North Star or Star Gazer).
Same sex groups are welcome but security deposit increases to £500.
"Insurance excess and inventory Deposit must be paid at the time of booking, in the event of late booking by cleared funds in cash, accepted debit / credit cards or bank transfer prior to boat leaving Stourport base.
Booking/security deposit, supplements and damage waiver are payable at time of booking.
Late returns incurs a £35 charge per hour (or part of).
Bedding excluded (pillows available on request). Full bedding available at £9 per person supplement and must be booked before arrival.
1 full and 1 part-full gas bottles are supplied (£27.50 charge per bottle for additional bottles).
Non-refundable insurance damage waiver cover available at £28.50 per boat.
Diesel excluded, cost of fuel needed to top up boat on return will be deducted from security deposit (fuel charged at dock rate on date of return).
All hires are subject to merchant's terms and conditions of hire which lead hirer must sign prior to or on arrival and before departure from Stourport.
Valid for Eastern Star, Dawn Star, Endeavour, Dark Star, Bright Star, Kentish Star, Star Gazer or North Star boat hire for 3, 5, 6, 8 or 10 people, depending on option chosen.
Additional persons:
Max. 2 additional guests may stay on boat free of charge. Cots/cribs are not available.
Vouchers sold by Groupon International Travel GmbH.
