Tempest Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 My father looks forward to getting his Richardson's brochure each year, which he trawls through looking at every possible permutation of boat that would suit his needs as he isn't really much of an online user This year he mentioned that he hadn't received his brochure, but as we were down in February we decided to call in for one only to be told, brochures are only being sent out on an "if requested" basis. With the increase in online use I see the sense in this, picked up a brochure for dad and thought nothing more of it. Then today I read a comment that Richardsons are no longer giving broads maps out to customers, but they are offered for sale at £3 each. (Please note, this was a comment by a user on a Norfolk Broads Facebook page and is not verified by me) But if this is the case, it did get me thinking about finances and hope that everything is ok at the biggest hire fleet on the broads Both these policy changes, if true make sound financial sense but do offer concerns about the viability, long term of the current hire market Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TostockTimonier Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 9 minutes ago, Tempest said: Both these policy changes, if true make sound financial sense but do offer concerns about the viability, long term of the current hire market Sounds like good management to me, eco friendly as well 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floydraser Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 I fully understand this policy and wish more companies did the same to cut down on junk mail. Some time ago junk mail was highlighted and it deminished for a while but it seems to be on the increase again. We used to be members of the National Trust and the amount of loose flyers which fell out of the newsletter was beyond a joke, and it all came in a recyclable wrapper which had come from Austria! Richardsons are on the ball with modern communications and looking at their website shows just how much they have invested there. And I would think most people would get a comprehensive guide to the Broads to thumb through long before their hire period. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broads01 Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 I think the policy makes a lot if sense and I wouldn't read anything into it about Richardsons' finances. Any successful business has to keep a tight rein on costs and it looks like they've decided it's a worthwhile saving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorfolkNog Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 Herbert Woods give out free maps in the welcome pack, I've tended to leave it behind in the hope they would re-use it. I agree with the eco bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 Why send out maps to repeat visitors? It all makes sense to me. Perhaps Clive has an even taller, carbon mast on order that needs paying for! 3 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tempest Posted March 8, 2020 Author Share Posted March 8, 2020 4 minutes ago, JennyMorgan said: Why send out maps to repeat visitors? It all makes sense to me. Perhaps Clive has an even taller, carbon mast on order that needs paying for! They didn't send out maps They either gave you one at the counter or there was one on the boat with the welcome pack Many would leave them for the next customer Now I am told that they have to be purchased if you want one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddybear Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 When you take over your boat you are normally asked Have you hired a boat before, if not you will get the full treatment (Hopefully) Of how to control the boat at this point if the answer is no this is our first time , it would be good to give a map to help you in exploring the Broads on your weeks holiday, rather than good luck enjoy your holiday I hope you find your way back to us, yes I'm being sarcastic. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveP Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 2 hours ago, Tempest said: My father looks forward to getting his Richardson's brochure each year, which he trawls through looking at every possible permutation of boat that would suit his needs as he isn't really much of an online user This year he mentioned that he hadn't received his brochure, but as we were down in February we decided to call in for one only to be told, brochures are only being sent out on an "if requested" basis. With the increase in online use I see the sense in this, picked up a brochure for dad and thought nothing more of it. Then today I read a comment that Richardsons are no longer giving broads maps out to customers, but they are offered for sale at £3 each. (Please note, this was a comment by a user on a Norfolk Broads Facebook page and is not verified by me) But if this is the case, it did get me thinking about finances and hope that everything is ok at the biggest hire fleet on the broads Both these policy changes, if true make sound financial sense but do offer concerns about the viability, long term of the current hire market Yes it's true, Richardsons are charging £3 for a map that I paid £5 for in 2008 from Faircraft Ps there is no water at Womack🍺 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bytheriver Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 Most hire craft have a copy of Broadcaster aboard with two fairly good maps & many regular visitors will have maps with them, as said worth offering to new visitors & having to pay an albeit modest price may well bring back on later visits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CambridgeCabby Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 48 minutes ago, SteveP said: Ps there is no water at Womack🍺 Water not turned on at Neatishead yet either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveP Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 17 minutes ago, CambridgeCabby said: Water not turned on at Neatishead yet either Is there water at Ranworth ? I can't keep drinking stella instead, well I can but lady P complains! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CambridgeCabby Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 Sadly due to water levels haven’t been able to get to Ranworth for a month but water normally works there all year , I do take my own hosepipe in case though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rightsaidfred Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 2 hours ago, SteveP said: Yes it's true, Richardsons are charging £3 for a map that I paid £5 for in 2008 from Faircraft Ps there is no water at Womack🍺 Always had to pay for maps back in the 1980s. Fred Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 3 hours ago, Tempest said: Now I am told that they have to be purchased if you want one Save your three quid & print one off at home or download it to your phone! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebell Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 1 hour ago, SteveP said: Is there water at Ranworth ? I can't keep drinking stella instead, well I can but lady P complains! We were there yesterday and can confirm the water was turned on and the hose connected. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 Water was on at Ranworth last month Griff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveP Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 Thanks to all for the responses re. Ranworth, I don't mind water but prefer it with hops 'n stuff in it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 4 hours ago, SteveP said: I can't keep drinking stella . . . . . . . . . Probably just as well! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biburybill Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 On 08/03/2020 at 10:47, Tempest said: My father looks forward to getting his Richardson's brochure each year, which he trawls through looking at every possible permutation of boat that would suit his needs as he isn't really much of an online user This year he mentioned that he hadn't received his brochure, but as we were down in February we decided to call in for one only to be told, brochures are only being sent out on an "if requested" basis. With the increase in online use I see the sense in this, picked up a brochure for dad and thought nothing more of it. Then today I read a comment that Richardsons are no longer giving broads maps out to customers, but they are offered for sale at £3 each. (Please note, this was a comment by a user on a Norfolk Broads Facebook page and is not verified by me) But if this is the case, it did get me thinking about finances and hope that everything is ok at the biggest hire fleet on the broads Both these policy changes, if true make sound financial sense but do offer concerns about the viability, long term of the current hire market Silver line dont give free map so maybe Richardsons just falling in line with others Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 22 hours ago, JennyMorgan said: Probably just as well! I'm drunking it all thee thyme n it eight done me know arm (hic) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 10 minutes ago, Jayfire said: I'm drunking it all thee thyme n it eight done me know arm (hic) Not likely to get 'brewer's droop'! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 9 minutes ago, JennyMorgan said: Not likely to get 'brewer's droop'! Not when I have the fine piece of walking viagra I call Grace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D46 Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Meanwhile back on topic , I really don't see why every boat can't be equipped with a map that is fixed , it's a one off cost and I'll be surprised if it's not in the Skipper's manual already ( but who looks at that !) . Other than that download one or use the Free broadcaster , I'd be surprised if most people haven't got a route planned for their holiday in the first place , how can they do that without knowing where they are going ? . Either way Richardson's ain't a charity it's a business and in any case the charge for a map is far less than a pint , hardly something to worry over IMHO . 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheQ Posted March 10, 2020 Share Posted March 10, 2020 11 hours ago, D46 said: Meanwhile back on topic , I really don't see why every boat can't be equipped with a map that is fixed , it's a one off cost and I'll be surprised if it's not in the Skipper's manual already ( but who looks at that !) . 'Cos it will get nicked or damaged.. For example there are very few ex hire Elysian 27's that still have their Brass Appleyard and Lincoln plate on the back edge of the hatch.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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