Description

I have also paid for the following, listed below, as it was my wish for the new owner to have a hassle free purchase and not have the extra worry, and cost, after completion.

The boat has been Jet washed and the added protection of blacking applied September 2024.
Full Condition and Hull survey carried out September 2024. The Hull readings were exceptional with very little erosion measured.

New BSC valid until 05/12/2028

The surveyor, that carried out the survey and BSS examination, is very well respected within the Boating fraternity, but the purchaser will have to decide if they wish for another survey to be carried out.

All paperwork available.

If you have any questions, or would like to see a video of the engine running, please contact me and i will WhatsApp it to you.


52′ Narrow Beam, Built by John White Boat Builders in 1999.

Tug Style Narrowboat with Traditional Stern built to suit a 1953 Vintage Kelvin J3 33hp, 3-cylinder diesel engine

Great build spec utilising, 12.5mm Hull, 8.0mm Side and 5mm top plates

Hull Coated with Two Pack Epoxy Resin in 2021 but has been re- blacked in September 2024, for added protection

Victron 1600w Battery Charger and Inverter. Just fully serviced. (Receipt available)

2 Starter and 2 leisure batteries. New in May 2024 (110 AH)
New Battery trays fabricated and fitted as a requirement for the BSS

New Electric flushing Thetford Cassette WC

Shoreline 12/24v Fridge with Freezer Compartment

Farihmen 4KW Diesel Raw Water-Cooled Generator (105 Hours) with new starter battery (Under Guarantee)

75L Twin Coil Calorifier with wired mains immersion heater

Webasto, Thermo Top C supplying Hot Water & Heating System.

Professionally fitted out Boatman’s Cabin, in Oak

Thetford Triple X 3 Burner Hob and Cooker

Two large Stainless steel water tanks, holding ample water for long cruises.

Three 13kg Gas bottles. 2 x Calor, 1 x FloGas



Further Information: -

Era is a 52′ tug-style narrowboat built in 1999 by John White Boats Builders.

Entering from the stern into the boatman’s cabin, which is fitted out in Oak and complete with a NEW Prestige log burner stove and ample storage.

Following this, you enter the engine room.

Propulsion is provided by a 1953 Kelvin J3 33hp, 3-cylinder diesel engine with matching period Kelvin gearbox with 1: 1 reduction, turning the propeller.

The engine powers a 12/24v dynamo to charge the 2 NEW starter batteries and the 2 NEW leisure batteries onboard.

There are also two large side hatches in the engine room and a full range of WW tools, Engine gauges, Greasers, Oil and Brass/Copper cleaning products.

Full electrics is installed with the added advantage of a standalone RCD protected socket when connected to the shoreline.

Onwards into the shower room featuring a full stand-up shower, new Thetford electric flush cassette toilet and vanity basin with storage underneath.

The shower room also benefits from a new heated Towel Rail.

Forward into the galley which is fitted with a Thetford Triple, Oven and 3 burner hob, Shoreline fridge with top freezer compartment, a 230v microwave and a full range of new kitchen utensils and new crockery.

In the saloon, there is a new two-seater couch, side hatch and a smart TV on a new side unit.
the TV currently runs off of a Amazon Firestick, which will stay with the TV.

Another high quality second stove fitted, with back boiler option and a Newly fitted designer radiator.

Bookcase and storage unit is also incorporated, but can be removed and replaced with a fold down table.

The space between the cabin and saloon can currently accommodate a single berth mattress.

Finally, there is a large under bow Potter’s cabin, which can be turned into a further bedroom or getaway, which is currently being used as a storage area.
Hardwood beading has been completed, all that is needed is to decide on Oak or Ply lining.

There is some superficial paintwork that requires attention, but that has been reflected in the asking price.

All original paperwork, photos, relating to Build and Engine, is available and will obviously stay with the boat.

The lucky owner will also be receiving a new fold away bicycle, 5ltrs of Hempel, Hemptex Pro Blacking and a full tank of fuel ,what more could one ask for.

Specifications

Construction

Some Build Pictures

Equipment

Nappy Pins x 2
Mooring Pins x 3
Mooring Chains x 2
Mooring Ropes x 3
Barge Pole x 1
Club Hammer
Gloves
Various Keys
Engine Oil
Stove Blacking
Engine Cleaner
Recently aquired engine paint
Flue Cleaning brushes
Engine Bay Space Heater
Kitchen Utensils
Cups, Plates, & Cutlery

Engine(s)

Kelvin J3 33hp which was built in 1953 and rebuilt prior to being installed in Era.

Runs beautifully and never missed a beat on her journey down from Cheshire to Leicestershire.

Serviced every year, irrespective of hours run, and starts every time on the key, or if you are feeling strong, by crank handle.

Very low running hours, currently 435

Specialist Gauges ec for engine set-up and servicing

Full range of WW Sockets and Spanners.

Wonderful Kelvin J3

1954 Bill of Sale for Engine

Safety Equipment

Full boating equipment will come with ERA.

Pins, Chains, Buoyancy aids, Mooring Ropes, in fact everything you need to start your life on the water.

Location Map