Testimonials

Hi Beverley,

Thank you for the photos, they are a reflection of the wonderful day we had with you all, I can honestly say David and I have never enjoyed a day more despite the cold, which hardly seemed to matter at all!

Watching the birds from so close a range and areas we simply could not get to normally was great, but your organisation and friendly comraderie made us feel part of the crew which only enhanced the whole experience for us.

You certainly will be seeing us again this year, not just for another bird watching trip, but any other sailing trips we can get on to that you organise; if only you did training courses we would be first in line as we trust your expertise.

I think I can say that we as a couple and as the whole group commented, it was a fabulous day and thank you very much.

Regards,
Rosemarie and David Smith

Dear Lee,
This is just a short note to record my personal thanks for a job well done. The impact that the last two days have had on the Senior Management team here are beyond my expectations.

I personally found the session on board Viking Blue very insightful in terms of seeing my team interact in a way that would not normally be obvious in the day to day operation of the business.

The individual team members all had to address new challenges and not only stepped up but also crystallised into an amazingly smooth unit under the guidance of the excellent skipper.

All in all a fantastic experience and achieved on a sensible budget and in a sensible time frame (and the food was good)

Charles Challinger
UKME, London
(Leadership & team building event)

Dear Bev,
Just to thank all at Viking Mariners, especially to you and John for looking after us so well yesterday. The meeting room worked perfectly, the lunch was fabulous and we had a good trip up the river. I think all our management team enjoyed the experience.

Caroline Wildgoose
Anser Project Managers
Dunmow
(Senior Management Team Building Event)

Dear Beverley,
Experienced, safe, professional, fun and a real learning curve. Thanks to all at the Viking Mariners.

I went looking for an event that would really stretch my team, take us out of our comfort zones and provide us with a different team bonding experience. In Viking Mariners what I found was an extraordinary day out, that challenged people, gave us an entirely new perspective on understanding each other – on how we worked as a unit and fundamentally, on how we needed to work more effectively together.

Whether you are seeking team bonding events, a team challenge or a team fun day out, the Viking Mariners experience is just the ticket for you. Topped off by sailing home on the calm seas with Michael Buble as loud as you like!

Thanks again for a special day!

Ross Chaplin
The Training Team
(Management team building)

Hi Beverley

Thank you for making our afternoon extremely enjoyable, it is good to see how certain members of the team can react in different arenas and was helped by your ability to ensure that everyone pitched in.

I am sure our paths will cross in the future.

I look forward to receiving the photo's from the day.

Kind regards.

Mark Debman
(Team Building)

Hi Sue and Viking Mariners!

Yes we got back yesterday; we had such a lovely time in the New Forest and feeling a bit miserable to be back to work tomorrow. As you mentioned, its just gone too fast!

We are sitting here desperately trying to think of constructive criticism to give you. and honestly, we cant think of a single thing we would change about the day.

The timings of the day were spot on; the food was delicious and perfectly catered for. Everyone involved was extremely friendly and professional, the venue was more beautiful than we could ever have hoped for, and the water sports were so much fun.

All in all it was the perfect day we were looking for a wedding that reflected us, a chance for us to spend some quality time with out family and friends which was laid back but a day to remember. You guys put so much extra effort in that you didn’t have to, and we noticed and appreciated that because it made our day feel special. So thank you all for the effort and care you put into the day, we would recommend you to anyone looking to get married with a difference. We are both sat here just wishing we could do it all over again!

We have got some great photos and Im going to get some of the good ones together and send them over to you as soon as Ive gathered them in from everyone.

Thanks again
Mr and Mrs Rose
(Wedding reception)

It is a while now since we conspired together and arranged the
70th Birthday Celebration for my husband and what a wonderful event you provided for us. The opportunity for a family of ‘Land Lubbers’ to take water in an ocean going yacht and under the instruction and supervision of your nautical experts, John and Bev, to actually take control of the vessel under sail was an experience never to be forgotten.

So may I express the sincere gratitude of my husband and I, our children and their partners.
Vlasta Kennedy
(Birthday celebration)

Hi Bev,

Just a quick line to say Wendy and I had a fantastic day yesterday, even the rain didn't dampen our enjoyment!

I had a good feeling from our first telephone conversation, you were full of enthusiasm and immediately gave me the confidence that we were going to be in safe hands. You were all superb hosts, professional and knowledgeable ( I apologies to Lee for my incessant questions, I will definitely be having some sailing lessons) but most importantly you were all very personable, it was more like sailing with a group of friends. It was great that we could be so hands on and I will always remember Wendy's face when the boat listed over! (I also have the video footage!)

We will certainly be singing your praises and would not hesitate to recommend you. Now I just need to convince my business partner that we need to have a team building day!!

Kind regards

Ian & Wendy
(Birthday Celebration)