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a jewelamong waterways

PEACE & TRANQUILLITY

Cambrian Cruisers was established in 1988 by Ruth and Peter Griffiths. I amJonathan their younger son and from the very beginning, at the age of twelve Iwas an eager helper, only too keen to show off my boat handling skills,sometimes with embarrassing consequences !! Twenty years on I have now takenover the business and run it with my partner Camilla. Being involved from thebeginning I have learned how important it is to provide the committed andprofessional service our guests deserve.

We pride ourselves on the quality of our boats, they are clean, modern, reliableand well equipped.

We look forward to welcoming you to this magnificent part of Britain toexperience this unique and unforgettable holiday along the Mon and Brec Canal.

AN AREA OF OUTSTANDING NATURAL BEAUTY

WILDLIFE, FLORA & FAUNA

The area abounds with all types of interestingplants, trees, wildlife, and especially birds. Onecustomer spotted over 50 types of birds in oneweek. Cormorant and Red Kite are frequentlyspotted whirling overhead at our marina, plus therippling trill of the curlew - buzzards are almostmundane, using their favourite fence posts aslook outs, and kingfisher, with their shimmeringblue backs, are often spotted just ahead of yourboat, poised ready to fish. The giant redwood treein Llangattock has an amazing trunk girth, -seeing is believing!

“We just want to thank you for our fun-filledholiday - lovely scenery - plenty of wildlife - metlots of nice people” R&C Hitchings, Glos.

Situated in the Brecon Beacons, one of Britain'slesser known National Parks, the Mon and BrecCanal is a jewel of a waterway in an area ofoutstanding natural beauty. Every meander of thecanal reveals another incredible vista.

"What a fantastic holiday, fantastic service anda fantastic canal! I think we are in love with the“Mon & Brec". See you in July!

Unlike other canals the Mon and Brec remainsunspoiled by the modern world. The canal is nevercrowded, even at the height of summer and offersa very relaxing and peaceful holiday experience.Canal boating offers a very slow relaxing holidayand is ideal for relieving the stresses of modernday life.

‘CROESO!WELCOME!

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David and Judy, Derbyshire

“Your boats are fantastically equipped and

immaculate inside, and since my return I

have recommended you to several people.

We will be back”

Marion, Peter, Paul and Amy Williams -

Pembrokeshire

‘ ’ The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal (Monand Brec for short) is arguably the mostbeautiful and unspoiled canal in Britain and islocated within the beautiful Brecon BeaconsNational Park. The canal is 35 miles long andruns from Brecon in the north, down the UskValley, to just south of Pontypool. It has sixlocks for you to enjoy operating, one on theway up to Brecon, and the others at thelovely and secluded stretch leading downinto Llangynidr.

There are lift bridges for you to wind up anddown, and you can even make the traffic stopto give way to canal boats, when you operatethe electric lift bridge in Talybont on Usk!The canal is surrounded by the mostbeautiful scenery and you can wake up witha new view everyday.

There are many good pubs along the wayand lots of Interesting villages to explore. The industrial heritage of the canal is stillvisible in many places with the remains of thelime kilns and old tramways that broughtcoal, iron and limestone down from thesurrounding hills. In our complimentary canalguide book you will find short walks thatallow you to explore the surrounding area.

WHY CHOOSE THEMONMOUTHSHIRE & BRECON CANAL?

Jonathan in his younger daysdemonstrating that locks can be fun

NATIONAL QUALITY ASSURANCE SCHEME

OUR MARINA BASE

We are situated just outside Brecon, off the A40 and just one hour from the Severn

bridge. For hirers coming by public transport the nearest railway station is at

Abergavenny and a bus from there, passes our marina every two hours.

Loading your boat from your car is easy at our purpose built moorings. We

provide secure and secluded car parking to give you peace of mind about your

vehicle whilst you enjoy your holiday.

From our base at the northern end of the canal, you can easily make a waterway

visit to Brecon and also be able to enjoy most of the interesting features of the canal

ie aqueducts, lift bridges, tunnel, locks, and fantastic views of the Brecon Beacons.

BE AS ACTIVE ORRELAXED AS YOU WISH

SPACE, COMFORT ANDQUALITY FURNISHINGS

Our boats provide plenty of storage space for

your personal things, and the comprehensive

inventory ensures that you will have everything

that you will need during your cruise. All our

furnishings are to a very high standard with

sprung interior mattresses on all permanent beds

and fabric covered upholstery on convertible

berths. When you arrive at our marina your boat

will be serviced and ready for you with attractive,

freshly laundered bed linen, bathroom toiletries,

and cleaning materials. All boats have constant

hot water and central heating via radiators for

those cooler days.

The pace of your holiday is entirely up to you.

You can walk to the village for morning papers,

and set off after breakfast, or move off through

the early morning mist with a bacon sandwich,

take in a few locks before a pint and lunch in a

canal side pub garden. Or just enjoy being

lured along this lovely winding

and meandering waterway,

admiring the views and

thinking about your

evening mooring place,

watching the sunset

and listening to the

magical sounds of the

birds and sheep

around you, and not a

human in sight!

A TASTE OF PLACES TOSEE AND THINGS TO DO

The canal starts in the historic market town ofBrecon, where the water for the canal is drawnfrom the River Usk. Brecon boasts a fineCathedral, two fascinating museums and twomarket days a week on Tuesday and Friday. Thereis also the new theatre at the head of the canalwith it’s modern canalside bistro.

Govilon has the oldest Englishspeaking Baptist Chapel in Wales withit’s unusual outside font, filled at onetime with water from the canal forBaptisms!

There are lots of interestingvillages to explore like Llangattockwhere the Church contains thevillage stocks and whipping post.

Crickhowell is a short walk from the canal, acrossthe River Usk and is well worth a visit. It has a

castle, lots of interesting little shops andsome great pubs, and award winningsausages from a local butcher.Abergavenny is located across the UskValley from the canal and is accessible byfoot, bus or taxi. It is a charming townwith castle, museum and a good

shopping centre with market day onTuesday.

Not far from the canal is the Llangorse Ridingand Rope Centre which is an ideal visit for thewhole family. Riding can be enjoyed on miles ofprivate tracks and the indoor climbing centreoffers indoor abseiling, climbing and pot holing.

Your complimentary guide book will help you toplan your holiday.

The Visit Britain narrowboat grading scheme is your assurance of hiring a good quality boat. We have beenmembers of this scheme for over 10 years, and their annual inspection of our fleet means that we cannot becomecomplacent about our standards. All our boats have been awarded the upper range of four stars (out of amaximum of five.)

Under the scheme a 4 Star boat is described as “very good to excellent overall quality. Higher comfort levels andevident attention to detail throughout”.

Our commitment to independent inspection means that you can book with complete confidence. We are happyfor you to visit our marina to see our boats, or alternatively visit our web site for virtual tours showing the qualityof our boats and their interiors. (www.cambriancruisers.co.uk).

complimentary guide book

"The standard of the boat was the highest

yet we have encountered. The bottle of

sparkling wine was a very nice touch and

much appreciated - it made us feel that you

really cared about your hirers as people"

"Bronwen is beautifully equipped, very

clean and comfortable. We all agreed it was

one of the best holidays we have had in this

country."

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H. Lewis, Surrey

M&D Hiatt, Surrey

"...a fleet such as yours makes a major

contribution to meeting the high standards

now expected from the customer."‘ ’Blakes Boating Holidays - Certificate of Excellence

A L L B O AT S

M I N I M U M

EASE OF NAVIGATION

CHOOSE FROM THESE TYPES OF STERN DECK

Our narrow boat fleet is the only one on the Mon and Brec Canal able to offer a choice of

stern- deck types.

Semi-Trad - this style of boat has a large rear deck partially surrounded by the extension of the cabin-sides.

There is a large seat where the crew can sit. This provides plenty of space for four people to be together

whilst cruising, and the cabin sides provide some shelter should the weather be wet or windy.

Cruiser - this style has the same size rear deck as the semi-trad but is open with a guardrail around it. The

guardrail can be used as a perch to sit on whilst cruising.

Cruiser-Plus - Nerys, Bronwen and Delyth offer an unusual style of rear deck that is basically a cruiser stern

but with a semi-trad style walkway forward on one side of the boat (above the foot of the rear bed). This

arrangement provides even more outside space for the crew.

Our boats are specifically designed to operate on the Mon and Brec Canal and are easy to handle. During

our comprehensive hand-over procedure we demonstrate how everything operates on the boat and

explain the principles of boat handling. One of our experienced hand-over team will come with you for a

short cruise to ensure that you are able to handle the boat with confidence before we bid you farewell to

enjoy your relaxing holiday afloat. We also place a comprehensive boat manual on board, and this tells

you all about your boat and her equipment.

You can rest assured in the knowledge that should you need our help during your holiday, we are never

far away and we provide a 24 hour telephone number for you to contact us for any assistance that you

may require.

"It was very exciting to learn new things like how to look after a boat properly, how

to drive it and how to open and close the bridges and locks." A Price, Swansea‘ ’“Your courtesy throughout, especially when we got into difficulties with the horsehair

netting, was exemplary and contributed to our sense of security and well being”. J Miller, Surrey‘ ’Semi-traditional Cruiser Cruiser - Plus

FULLY INCLUSIVE PRICES FOR 2007

There are no hidden extras!

* The Saturday price also applies to holidays starting from the previous Wednesday to the following Tuesday.Prices for 10/11 night holidays are based on the first week’s price plus 50% of the second week’s price.Prices for two week holidays are based on the total of the two weeks less 10%.Short break prices are for 3 nights over a week-end and 4 nights mid-week.Buoyancy aids are available at no extra cost.

HOW TO BOOKHaving decided which boat you would like, please follow this simpleprocedure:-• First telephone to check availability. We can answer any questions that you may have at

the same time, or see our website for on-line availability.• We will make a provisional reservation for you which we will hold for 7 days.

• Complete the booking form and send with a cheque or credit card detail for yourdeposit. We require a deposit of 20% of the holiday cost. No credit card surcharge.

• Upon receipt of your booking form we will send a booking confirmation together with the date thebalance is due for payment. The balance will not be required until 4 weeks before your holiday starts.

Weeks 2008 Short-BreaksBoat name

Start Date*

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Our boats are all built to a very high standard and offer extremely comfortable accommodation. They are well-appointedmodern and reliable boats, with a very comprehensive inventory, all providing excellent value for money.

Our prices are fully inclusive and you can be quite sure that there are no hidden extras to worry about.

At the time of your booking, we will automatically send you a complimentary copy of the latest canal guide bookwritten by John Norris. This very authoritative and informative book, will enable you to plan your holiday in advance.

On all boats except Sian we allow two small dogs or one large dog and these are free of charge. Pets are accepted onthe basis that they are well behaved and are not allowed on any upholstery or bedding.

Please contact:JONATHAN or CAMILLACambrian Cruisers, Ty Newydd, PencelliBrecon, LD3 7LJ

Tel/Fax: 01874 665315email: info@cambriancruisers.co.ukWebsite: www.cambriancruisers.co.uk

complimentary guide book

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Gwyneth Sian

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Sian

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BETHANY AND OLWEN (2 BERTH) ����Two superb narrowboats each designed for two people. They both feature a permanent double bed at the rear of the cabin,an unusually large shower for a narrowboat, and free standing furniture in the lounge. Olwen was built in 2000 andBethany in 2002. Available for weekly hire or short-breaks starting Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays or Saturdays. Olwen has asemi-trad stern and Bethany has a cruiser stern. 42 feet x 6’10" beam

SIAN (2+2 BERTH) 5� applied forNew for 2008, Sian marks the 20 Anniversary of Cambrian Cruisers and is named after our very first hire boat. Sianoffers accommodation for 2 to 4 people in un-rivalled standards of comfort. In addition to all the standard facilities, shefeatures 2 Lcd Tvs and DVD players, a microwave, Mp3 player, two toilets and a multi fuel stove to make those springand Autumn evenings cosy and comfortable, while in the summer you can take advantage of the large canvas coveredfront deck for ‘al fresco’ dining.

GWYNETH (2+2 BERTH)A superb semi-trad style narrowboat built in1999. She provides sleeping accommodation forup to four people. There is a permanent doublebed and the lounge has a convertibledinette/double. She is available for weekly hirecommencing on Saturdays. 45 feet x 6’10"beam.

FFION - NEW FOR 2006 (4+2 BERTH) �����Our new 53ft narrowboat for 2006 features a second toilet making her superb boat for families and larger groups. She cansleep up to six in two doubles and two singles or can be made into 3 doubles. She is available for weekly hire starting onSaturdays. She has been designed to achieve five stars when inspected by the Tourist Board. She will have all the facilities of ourother boats plus a microwave, mp3 player and a second TV/DVD in the rear cabin.

• Sprung mattresses on permanent beds• Upholstered seating in lounge

(Bethany and Olwen have freestanding seating)• Well equipped kitchens• Large Toilet/Shower Compartment• Central Heating via radiators• Cleaning materials and bathroom toiletries• Colour TV/DVD players

• CD/Radio• 240 volt supply for small appliances (up to 800w)• Mobile phone charging points• Small 240 volt hairdryer• Crockery, Cutlery, Glasses and Cookware • Bed Linen • Bottle of sparkling wine • Towels for overseas guests

ALL OUR BOATS FEATURE A MINIMUM 4 STAR GRADE FROM THE TOURIST BOARD

CHOOSE YOUR BOAT

olwen length 42 feet • 6 ’ 10”beam • semi trad stern • s leeps 2 • pets welcomebethany length 42 feet • 6 ’ 10”beam • cruiser style stern • s leeps 2 • pets welcome

length 53 feet • 6 ’ 10”beam • cruiser stern • s leeps 4 to 6 • pets welcome

length 50 feet • 6 ’ 10”beam • cruiser - plus stern• s leeps 4 to 6 • pets welcome

length 50 feet • 6 ’ 10”beam • cruiser - plus stern• s leeps 4 to 6 • pets welcome

length 51 feet • 6 ’ 10” beam • cruiser stern • s leeps 2 to 4 • no pets

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semi trad stern• s

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pets welcome

A TYPICAL BOAT INTERIOR

Delyth &Nerys

Bronwen

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BRONWEN, DELYTH AND NERYS (4+2 BERTH) ����Nerys was new in 2005, Delyth was new for the 2004 season and Bronwen was launched in 2003. These three top of therange narrowboats are designed to accommodate two couples in real comfort. Sleeping accommodation is provided in theform of two permanent double beds. The boats can accommodate two extra people in the lounge. A microwave oven isavailable in addition to the normal comprehensive inventory.In all three boats, the rear cabin has a standard 4’6" double bed, with vanity unit, and mirrored wardrobe. Delyth andNerys are available for weekly hire commencing on Saturdays, Bronwen is available for short breaks and weekly hire. 50 feet x 6’10" beam

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ITINERARY FOR 3/4NIGHT SHORT BREAKS,7 NIGHTS AND LONGER.

THE MONMOUTHSHIRE& BRECON CANAL

We offer holidays of 3 nights starting onFriday or Saturday, 4 nights starting Monday orTuesday, or seven nights starting Friday,Saturday, Monday or Tuesday. The “Chooseyour boat” section shows which boats areavailable for the various start-days and periodsof hire.

A 7 night cruise allows time to enjoy thewhole canal but you will need to plan to cruisefor about six hours every day, so why not take a10 night break and enjoy the whole canal at amore leisurely pace and still have time toexplore the towns and villages.

Many people taking a weeks holiday prefer totake advantage of the excellent footpaths abovethe canal that allow you to enjoy amazing viewsof the beautiful surroundings from higher upthe hills. There are also many places where youcan investigate the industrial heritage of thearea from the days of coal mines, lime kilns andiron-making. This will still leave plenty of time toenjoy cruising on this wonderful canal and toexperience the locks, lift-bridges, tunnel andaqueduct, and visit Abergavenny or Brecon onmarket days.

During a 3 or 4 night short-break you will havethe opportunity to experience the mostinteresting stretch of the canal, where you willencounter the lift-bridges, tunnel and the locks.You may also have time to traverse BrynichAqueduct where the canal passes forty feetabove the River Usk on it’s way to Brecon.

“We wish to thank you for a wonderfulweek on the Nerys. Your boats wereabsolutely in perfect condition, the best onthe canal. A very warm and friendlygreeting and hand-over, contibuted to agood start. The scenery in Wales wasabsolutely beautiful and we willrecommend you to all our friends andeveryone we know”

Goran Lundgren and crew, Sweden

BRECON

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TALYBONT ON USK

BWLCH

LLANGYNIDR

LLANGATTOCKCRICKHOWELL

GILWERN

ABERGAVENNY

canal

lock

tunnel

river

road

LLANFOIST WHARF

LLANELLEN

LLANOVER

GOYTRE WHARF

PENPERLLENIMAMHILAD

PONTNEWYNYDD

GRIFFITHSTOWN

PONTYPOOL

PONTYNEWYDD

CWMBRAN

PONTYMOILE

GOVILON

GLANGRWYNEY

A40 to Llandovery

River Usk

A470 to Builth Wells

A40

BRYNICH AQUEDUCT

TALYBONT DRAWBRIDGE

LLANGATTOCK WHARF

JOCKEY BRIDGE

CROWN BRIDGECWMBRAN TUNNEL

B4560 to Ebbw Vale

A465to Merthyr Tydfil

B4246 toBlaenavon

A465 toHereford

A472 to Usk

A472 to Crumlin

A4042 to Newport & M4

A40 to Monmouth& M50

River ClydachFive miles = 1 inch (approx)

B4558

TALYBONT RESERVOIR

ASHFORD TUNNEL

LLANGYNIDR LOCKS

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“Many thanks for the care and attentionshown to us - you really do have a customer-caring set up. We thoroughly enjoyed ourthree days in a variety of weathers whichdidn't seem to matter one iota. We willcertainly be looking to book again”

Tony Blackman, Cornwall

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CONDITIONS OF HIRE

1 Booking. A boat is booked when the signed booking formtogether with a deposit of 20% of the basic hire charge(including VAT) has been received and a confirmation of bookingissued by Cambrian Cruisers.

2 Balance of Charges. The balance of charges are payable at least28 days before the commencement of the holiday. Failure by thehirer to pay the balance on time may lead to the cancellation ofthe holiday and loss of deposit paid.

3 Cancellation. Once a booking has been confirmed this places acontractual responsibility on the hirer to pay the full cost of theholiday. In the event of the hirer having to cancel the holiday atany time after the booking has been confirmed, CambrianCruisers will endeavour to relet the boat for the same period. Ifwe are successful in re-letting the boat we will reimburse theamount received from the new booking (up to the amount paidby the hirer), less a £80 administration fee. If the boat remainsunlet the hirer will still be held responsible for payment of thebalance due.

Where cancellation is due to one of the following reasons,(affecting anyone named on the booking form), the booking willbe terminated and we will reimburse all money paid less a £80administration fee upon receipt of acceptable documentaryproof:-

A) Death, illness or injury.B) Pregnancy or compulsory quarantine.C) Jury or witness service, notification of redundancy, or

unforeseen occupational postings.D) Fire, storm or flood damage rendering your normal

residence uninhabitable.E) Police requiring presence following theft from your

normal residence or place of employment.

4 Age Limits. Cambrian Cruisers will not hire a boat to any personunder the age of 21.

5 Party Bookings or all Male/Female Crews. We regret that we arenot normally prepared to hire our boats to clubs or youthgroups, nor to single sex groups.

6 Collection/Return of Boats. Boats must be returned to our baseby 9am and vacated by 9.30am in a clean condition. Delaysbeyond those times may result in a charge of £30 per hour.Boats will normally be available for collection by hirers at 2pm onthe day of hire. However, Cambrian Cruisers cannot be heldresponsible for delays caused by previous hirers.

7 Insurance. Cambrian Cruisers provide full insurance cover for theboat and it’s equipment and covers people named on thebooking form for any third party claims that may result directlyfrom the operation of the boat. The hirer will only be heldresponsible for any negligent, irresponsible or wilful damage tothe boat or it’s equipment. Personal injury to the hirer or crew isnot covered by our insurance and hirers should check that theyhave adequate insurance of their own.

8 Car Parking. Free car parking is provided, but vehicles andcontents are left at the owner’s risk.

9 Bicycles. Bicycles are not permitted on any boat.

9 Delays and Restrictions. Cambrian Cruisers cannot be heldresponsible for any delays or non-fulfilment of programmescaused by breakdown, unforeseen defects, obstruction, repairsor damage to either our boats or the inland waterways system.We also reserve the right to restrict the cruising area withoutnotice if unusual conditions arise and make no financialadjustment on any of these circumstances. Bookings are madeand accepted on the basis that Cambrian Cruisers cannot beheld responsible for any stoppages imposed by the BritishWaterways and no compensation can be made for any resultantinconvenience.

10 Accidents. The hirer is in complete charge of the boat and isresponsible for its safe navigation. In the event of an accidentthe hirer must immediately inform Cambrian Cruisers with fulldetails and names and addresses of witnesses. Do Not AdmitLiability.

11 Loss of Water. The hirer is responsible for any claims made byBritish Waterways for loss of water or any damage to propertycaused by the hirer.

12 Hirers Property. We regret that we cannot accept anyresponsibility for damage to hirers property, baggage, motorcars etc howsoever caused. Any property belonging to hirersleft on boats will only be returned on receipt of agreed postageand packing charges.

13 Company’s Reservations. it should be noted that (i) We reservethe right to refuse to hand over a boat to anyone we considerto be unsuitable to take charge. In this event all money paid willbe refunded and the hirer shall have no further claim (ii) If,owing to circumstances beyond our control, we cannot providethe boat booked or a suitable alternative, we will refund all themoney paid in full and the hirer shall have no further claim. (iii)We reserve the right to repossess the boat if the hirer acts in anirresponsible manner that puts themselves, the boat or othercanal users in danger. In such circumstances no money will berefunded.

14 Brochure. The contents of the brochure and other writtenmaterials supplied by Cambrian Cruisers is generally accurate,but no responsibility will be accepted for inaccuracies whichmay exist. Layouts are not drawn to scale.

15 Boat Instruction. The hirer and crew undertake to receiveinstruction from representatives of Cambrian Cruisers in boathandling and agree to abide by the procedures contained in theboat handbook, and Boat Handover Certificate.

16 VAT. The prices advertised include VAT at 17.5%. the rateapplicable is that applying at the commencement of the holidayand if the rate is changed the company reserves the right tocollect (or refund) any difference before releasing the boat.

17 A fuel surcharge may become payable if there is any materialincrease of diesel or gas prices or duty.

18 Fishing. It is up to the hirer to ensure they have the relevantlicenses. No live bait permitted on the boats.

19 Only the persons named on the Booking Form may board theboat during the period of hire, unless prior permission has beenobtained for up to 2 extra persons to visit during the daytime,but not to remain onboard overnight. Our policy on pet freeboats must be observed at all times.

Please contact:

JONATHAN or CAMILLA, Cambrian Cruisers, Ty Newydd, Pencelli, Brecon, LD3 7LJ

Tel/Fax: 01874 665315 email: info@cambriancruisers.co.uk Website: www.cambriancruisers.co.uk

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