If you have always dreamt of owning your own narrowboat, but spiralling prices have always got in the way, then Lily The Third might just be the boat you thought you would never obtain. Admittedly at this price you are not going to get all the bells, whistles and modern appliances that most boats these days come equipped with, but as they say, sometimes, less is more! Lily the Third can accommodate four people, with a make-up double in the saloon. When plugged in to a landline, hot water can be provided by the immersion. Whilst out cruising or on the towpath, hot water is heated by the engi... read more

Cruiser style narrowboat built and fitted out by Liverpool Boat Co, one of the canals most prolific and experienced builders. Liberty Belle has the trademark Liverpool headroom, which at 6ft 6in provides a light and airy feel to the interior cabins. The comfortable accommodation is ideal for two, having a spacious open plan saloon and Pullman dinette. There is of course space for two occasional guests and at a push, with an addition of an airbed, this could be increased by another two berths. Creature comforts are taken care of by the economical diesel central heating system, cassette ... read more

Stoke-on-Trent Boatbuilders have been a respected constructor of narrowboats for the private market since the early 90’s and are renowned for their craftmanship. All is custom crafted, durable and stands the test of time, as proven on this delightful craft. Laid out in the floating country cottage style, that is an aft master bedroom with a forward saloon separated by the galley and shower room. This design has always been popular and is ideal for a couple, a small family or for boating with two guests. Cabin warmth is by diesel stove, heating three radiators, whilst a tank of hot wa... read more

For many years Hancock and Lane were a leading name in the shell building industry with a prolific output, and their rugged shells were favoured by many hire companies of the day. Pendragon is a simple, honest boat which would be perfect for a family due to the arrangement of the overnight sleeping accommodation. She has been in the current ownership for 28 years and has been well maintained as evidenced by the history and invoices available onboard. No expense was spared when she needed remedial work and she has benefited over the years from a new stern, new well deck, new engine and ... read more

With one owner from new, Lady Violet has been in the family for over thirty years. She is a traditional narrowboat based on a shell from the canals’ most respected production builder. Berths are in three separate cabins, sleeping up to six people, making her ideal for boating with family and friends. Central heating is by gas boiler with additional warmth from the solid fuel stove in the saloon, along with the range in the Boatman's cabin. A magnificent Russell Newbery DM2 engine sits in it's own engine room and produces that mellow slow exhaust note which many boat own... read more

Introducing The Lady Galadriel, a 54ft cruiser crafted by Springer with an interior by Westview Marine Services. It is powered by a Beta Marine 38hp engine and features hot water from a Calorifier/ Immersion/ Kabola system. The boat is equipped with Kabola central heating and a cozy solid fuel stove in the saloon. Electrical systems include 12v, 240v, Sterling Pro Power Inverter, standalone Honda 7kva Generator, as well as 1 starter & 3 leisure batteries. The galley boasts a Statesman Legacy cooker, a Shoreline fridge, and a Candy washing machine in the engine room. The bathroom inclu... read more

Two well known, respected names of the canal industry come together in Frances Alberta, with a shell by Pro Build who are a popular choice of many private owners and boat builders alike, with a fit-out by Black Prince Holidays. Black Prince have always retired their hire boats at an early age and kept them well maintained. Frances Alberta underwent a partial re-fit, carried out by the previous owner to provide a modern galley with plumbing for a washing machine. Accommodation is for four with two doubles in separate cabins. The aft double will also split into two singles should you wish. ... read more

Ashby Boats were, in their boatfitting years, a small group of experienced and talented waterways craftsmen. The Tiddy Mun is well equipped for life afloat, be it liveaboard, extended cruising, or for holidays. She is set up as a very comfortable home for two, with the option of overnight guests staying on the make up double in the dinette. The very useful aft cabin houses a washing machine and a compact freezer and has adequate amounts of storage, leading into the bedroom with more storage including two double wardrobes. The off-corridor shower room has a shower cubicle, washbasin and com... read more

Iolanthe was built and fitted out by the well respected Simon Piper, son of David Piper, who during the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s had a strong following with even the earliest examples still being enthusiastically sort after. Simon carried on the family tradition after his father’s retirement in 2001. Accommodation is spacious, with the saloon having space for free-standing furniture to be added. The galley has space and plumbing for a washing machine and is also equipped with the usual LPG cooking facilities, Corian worktops and Belfast sink. Cabin heating is by... read more

Understated quality oozes from Seachange with the skilfully crafted Alexander hull lines and neat fabrication complimented by the use of black double glazed window frames and portholes, standing out against the cream superstructure. Kingsground’s fitout is everything you would expect of them – neat, precise joinery with attention to detail. The specification has been purposefully planned for residential use with the all important full size washer, dishwasher, tall fridge freezer and a further separate freezer. Seachange is a GAS FREE boat with 230V power from a choice of two sour... read more