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Sailing On A Thames Barge For Two

Turn back the clock and enjoy a great day out on a vintage Thames barge.You and your partner will have a relaxing day out on these historic vessels with the emphasis being on enjoying the scenery the good food and the thrill of seeing these large vessels under sail plus the opportunity to become involved in hoisting sails and steering if you wish. Time spent at the controls will depend on the skipper weather location number of passengers and individual enthusiasm. A light lunch is included with this experience.What You Will ReceiveOn purchasing this experience you will receive a Silver A5 Presentation Pack. Your Silver A5 Presentation Pack is embossed with a ribbon design great if you are buying this experience as a gift. Included within your presentation pack: Your Gift Experience Voucher
- Keep this safe! You will need this to book your experience and may be required to take this with you on the day of your experience. An Information Booklet - Detailing all you need to know about your experience including personal injury cover cancellation cover and full terms and conditions of the experience. How to Book Guide - A personal guide based on your chosen experience detailing all the available locations and contact numbers you need to ensure you experience runs smoothly. "

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Turn back the clock & enjoy a great day out on a vintage Thames barge. You & your partner will have a relaxing day out on these historic vessels with the emphasis being on enjoying the scenery the good food & the thrill of seeing these large vessels under sail plus the opportunity to become involved in hoisting sails & steering if you wish. Time spent at the controls will depend on the skipper weather location number of passengers & individual enthusiasm. A light lunch is included with this experience. What You Will Receive On purchasing this experience you will receive a Silver A5 Presentation Pack. Your Silver A5 Presentation Pack is embossed with a ribbon design great if you are buying this experience as a gift. Included within your presentation pack: Your Gift Experience Voucher
- Keep this safe! You will need this to book your experience & may be required to take this with you on the day of your experience. An Information Booklet
- Detailing all you need to know about your experience including personal injury cover cancellation cover & full terms & conditions of the experience. How to Book Guide
- A personal guide based on your chosen experience detailing all the available locations & contact numbers you need to ensure you experience runs smoothly. "

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