Booking Terms & Conditions Hire Fee A Non Returnable deposit is payable on booking. The Balance to be paid at least 14 days prior to function. No cancellation will be accepted within 4 weeks of the date booked unless the company is able to re-let the date. Captain's control of vessel During hire, the vessel will remain under complete control of the Captain and/or Crew. If for Weather, Tidal or other reasons, the Captain considers it necessary to vary the scheduled trip, his orders will be accepted by the Hirers. Should the Hirer have any cause for complaint, he must notify the Captain before termination of the hire. Complaints not so notified will not be accepted after the function. Liability of the owners The owners will not be liable for any Accident, Injury, Loss, Damage or Delay to persons embarked, or their posessions howsoever caused or during embarkation or disembarkation whether this be by negligence of their employees or otherwise. Damage and Loss Hirers are liable for any loss or damage to the vessel's equipment or fittings caused by them or persons in their party. Before embarkation, the organiser is invited to inspect the vessel. The Company The company reserve the right to substitute another vessel and, if necessary, for reasons beyond their control,  to cancel the said party, but will not be liable for any expenses incurred by the hirers caused by such substitution or cancellation. The vessel will be long side the pier 15 minutes before the starting time and will arrive back 15 minutes before the finishing time, to allow for the embarkation and disembarkation of Guests. NO CONFETTI or PARTY POPPERS to be used onboard. FOOD AND DRINKS are NOT allowed to be brought onboard unless by prior arrangement. The Company will endeavour to make your party successful, and to this end we offer you our river knowledge and skills.