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Frequently Asked Questions
What
if it Rains?
This is the west coast of Scotland so there's always an excellent
chance it will rain at some point on the journey. Peccadillo's
roomy inerior and woodstove make a chilly journey just as
much fun as a sunny one.
How deep is the canal?
In its heyday it gave access to some huge vessels with a deep
draft. However the guaranteed draft of the Forth & Clyde
today is just 6 feet (this is still considered deep by canal
standards) and for most of the length that depth will only
be maintained in the centre of the canal.
Some of our more nervous passengers have been reassured to
know that if they ever fell in (and no, we do NOT encourage
this!) they should simply move towards the bank and stand
up.
How does the Falkirk
Wheel work?
Engineers and boating enthusiasts from all over the world
are coming to see this incredibly simple and efficient boatlift
that replaced nine of the 11 locks that ascended from the
Forth & Clyde canal to the Union Canal 150 feet above.
There are still 2 locks but the Wheel is 115 feet high and
does the job in just 20 minutes instead of the 4 or 5 hours
that would previously have been required.
How does it work? Well sweetie, you're just a click away from a boat trip to find out... it's the best way!
How long does it take to get from Glasgow to Falkirk on a canal boat?
About 7 hours, remember that canal travel is a laid back affair.
Do we wear life jackets?
Life jackets are not mandatory on Category A (canal) waters but there are buoyancy aids aboard for anyone who would like to wear one.
What should I wear?
Always dress warmly with a waterproof and wind cheating outer layer. You could stay cosy indoors, or like most, you can't resist a visit to the front deck. Comfortable footwear with a good grip is strongly recommended.
Do you have wheelchair access?
Regrettably we do not currently have access for wheelchairs. Clients with limited mobility are invited to visit the barge and we'll conduct a through a risk assessment if they are considering a trip.
Alternatively contact the Seagull Trust, as they do have wheelchair access.
http://www.seagulltrust.org.uk/
Do you cater for vegetarians and vegans?
Indeed we do, and we have already dealt creatively with some other dietary restrictions (e.g. wheat and gluten). However not all our regular country pubs offer much choice on the veggie and dairy free score but there is a delightful alternative that we can offer you.
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How can I book a trip?
Call us on + 44 (0) 7779 787 122 to discuss the trip and dates you have in mind.
Next, fill in our booking form, which should be submitted with 20% deposit. We will send you a confirmation letter and the booking is then in place.
The balance of the payment should be made 30 days before the trip.
See our terms and conditions for further details.
What are our "add-on" activities?
Try a few of the following ideas:
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Abseil at Auchinstarry
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Badminton at Bishopbriggs
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Canoeing
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Daft Craft Ceramic painting at the Stables
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Fancy Lunch - Premium
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Grave Robbers at Cadder Church
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Home Taxis - to Peccadillo's home town
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IT Training
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Lottery Ticket from Lucky Bonnybridge,
UFO capital
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Massage on the Move
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Organisation of an event (team build or
training)
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Photography - can be arranged for any
occasion
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Quaint Canalware for sale
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Treasure Hunt at Twechar
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Workshop Facilitation
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Xmas lunches
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Zzzzzzzzzzzzz (well some folk just do
go for a kip…it's that relaxing).
What are your sailing days and times?
We don't work to a fixed timetable; call us and let us know which trip type and route you are interested in and we will check what's available watch this site.
We will be updating sailing schedules all the time. (Call us for a free brochure)
What is a Peccadillo Pootle?
We have a schedule of occasional Pootles to cater for customers who cannot make up a full party.
Can I Crew?
All Peccadillo trips are skippered and, at present, all Scottish Lowland Canal locks and bridges are attended by British Waterways staff. However there are ropes to be handled in locks if you want to get involved.
You may also take a turn at the tiller. We are only too happy to get you involved in the boat handling as long as it is safe to do so. Team building trips are much more of a hands-on affair and clients will be actively involved in boat ops. See the map on the Canal page.
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