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1704. 53ft x 12ft widebeam TC Fabrications/Branson Dutch Barge fitted out by owner & his contractors. Vetus 114bhp DT44 turbo diesel, 24V 7kW bow thruster. The layout of this DB is a modified version with the wheelhouse set completely aft thus permitting continuity of main cabin giving spectacular accommodation for two (whilst retaining the DB image) with everything you need, or would expect, for life afloat. 2 berths: perm double in forward cabin; gas cooking, 230V fridge, Bosch washing machine; domestic diesel central heating to radiators, diesel stove in saloon; hot water from engine, heating & immersion; quadrant shower, macerator wc; 4.5kVA diesel generator, 3kVA inverter/charger. 2005. 1705. 61ft 5in Stuart Cole Boatbuilding/Wulfrun trad. Beta 43 diesel, 5hp bow thruster. Immaculately presented following two owners who have cherished the boat - very smart professional spacious layout. Large 770Ah battery bank for the cabin electrics. 4 berths (could be 6 with air mattress): perm doubnle aft, L-shape dinette double; gas cooking, tall fridge freezer, washing machine; solid fuel stove, Eberspacher diesel central heating, solid fuel stove; pump-out wc, shower over bath; 2.7kW inverter, 40amp charger. 2003. 1706. 51ft JD Narrowboats (Shardlow) cruiser. Beta 35 diesel, 55kgf bow thruster. Impressive substantial ash fitout is barely used (engine run just 71 hours) and is being sold to make way for a wide beam boat due early next year. Cleverly designed to give the maximum facilities with the maximum flexibilty - all in a 50 footer. The main bedroom is a good example allowing a single or two separate singles or one double - all within the same set up. There is also a make up single in an aft cabin. Other spec gas cooking, 12V fridge; solid fuel stove, diesel central heating; shower, ceramic macerator electric flush wc; 1.6kVA inverter/charger. 2009.
1707. 62ft 4in Midland Canal Centre/Stenson Boatbuilders trad. Beta BV1505 diesel. MCC has been trading since 1986 and as such are one of the oldest 'modern' boatbuilders on the system - truly a testament to their building style asit has stood the test of time. 6 berths: perm double, Pullman dinette double, 2 futon chairs; gas cooking, 12V fridge (space and plumbing for studio washer); diesel central heating, solid fuel stove; shower, Thetford cassette wc; 800W inverter, 25amp charger. 1993. 1702. 58ft Owner & Rex Wain/Mel Davis tug style trad with 8ft raised forward deck. Gardner 2LW diesel. Iconic boatman's cabin by Rex Wain sets the standard for this period fit-out with authentic understated simplicity throughout to match the scumbled decoration - the sound of the Gardner on top of this is just the icing on the cake. Every attention to detail to be in keeping with the traditional decoration including brown bakelite light switches. 4 berths: permanent double, friendly cross double in boatman's cabin; gas cooking, 230V fridge; shower in cubicle, Thetford cassette wc; 24V low voltage cabin electrics, 3000W inverter, 70A charger, 3600W mains isolating transformer. 2009.
1612. 59ft 9in Colin Hurst/Evans & Son trad. Perkins 3HD46 diesel. Purpose built with all you would need for residential use. Plenty of storage and a permanent single berth in a separate cabin, that could be converted to an office. 3 berths: perm double, perm single; solid fuel stove runs 2 rads; shower, pump out wc; gas cooking, 230V fridge, washer; Sterling 600W modified sine wave inverter/30A charger, 4kVA engine driven alternator. 2000. 1701. 67ft Barry Hawkins trad. Gardner 1L2 diesel. Northwich trader complete with false rivets, short lowered cabin section and tug deck, the Trader has a distinctive look that sets it apart. Single cylinder Gardner engine with massive flywheel dedicated to propulsion. 3 berths: permanent double, cross single in boatman's cabin; solid fuel heating, Eberspacher 4kW compact diesel central heating, Premier solid fuel stove in aft cabin; gas cooking, 12V fridge; shower in cubicle, Thetford cassette wc; 2700W cocooned diesel generator, 20A charger. 2004. 1700. 57ft S M Hudson Boatbuilders trad. Lister JP2 diesel. High quality Hudson fit-out to his 'B' standard, oak based and nicely broken up by dark hardwood trim. Superb engine room and boatman's cabin. Trad 1933 Lister engine has full documentation and started life in a GPO repeater station! 4 berths: double across seats in saloon, crossbed double in boatman's cabin; solid fuel heating, Mikuni 4.8kW compact diesel central heating, Premier solid fuel stove in aft cabin; gas cooking, 12V fridge; shower over bath, pump-out wc; 2000W inverter. 2006. 1699. 52ft Low Mill joinery/Dale Leisure trad. 1660. 58ft 2in Stowe Hill Marine/G&J Reeves trad. Beta 43 diesel. A truly fine example from two well respected names this trad although based on the Lancaster Canal is well travelled with the only owners making their way to the main canal network almost every year since new. A typical Stowe Hill fitout using dark hardwood but with the use of the large highly polished brass portholes and a white painted ceiling there is a light and airy feel to this well laid out interior. 4 berths in 2 cabins: perm double, L-shape settee/dinette double; gas cooking, 12V fridge; shower cubicle with door, wash basin, Tecma pumpout wc; Bubble drip feed diesel stove, Eberspacher 5kW compact diesel central heating; twin 12V alternators plus 3.5kVA 230V alternator, Victron 2000W pure sine wave inverter, 120A charger. 2003. 1696. 42ft Owner/Andicraft cruiser. Beta BV1305 diesel with ARS hydraulic drive. Fitted out to a professionally high standard with a well thought out layout. Fitted with a Lockmate remote control to aid single handed boating through locks. Plenty of useful storage is packed into this well laid out boat along with a good sized galley and two sociable cockpits. 4 berths: perm double, 2 chair beds (clip together to form double); gas cooking, 12V/230V fridge; solid fuel stove, gas central heating; shower in cubicle, Porta Potti cassette wc; 1500W inverter. 2001.
1692. 57ft Keith Woods semi-trad. Beta 43 diesel assisted by 85kgf bow thruster. Shamelessly designed for two for peaceful cruising, although an air mattress in the saloon might be just enough for necessary crew when tackling 'heart break hill'! Perm double (extendable to nearly 5ft wide); gas cooking, microwave, 12V fridge, plus space for freezer & compact washer; solid fuel stove, diesel central heating; 2 seater dinette; shower, macerator wc; 2.5kVA inverter/charger. 2004. 1664. 62ft 3in Terry Wignall/XR&D trad. Gardner 2LW diesel assisted by 6hp bow thruster. First you have a Gardner, then you design the boat around it and what you end up with is a spacious layout with space for occasional guests! 4 berths: perm double in aft cabin behind engine room, L-shape dinette double; gas cooker, 230V fridge; Webasto diesel central heating, solid fuel stove; quadrant shower with tiled surround, Thetford cassette wc; Victron 2500W inverter/charger. 2009. And why is it being sold so soon I hear you thinking, well there's this other Gardner just sitting there..... 1691. 55ft 4in Freedom Boats/Floating Homes cruiser. Shire 1950 diesel. Meticulous maintenance & records have been kept by the owner since new - for sale only due to health concerns. 4 berths: perm double, sofa bed double; gas cooking, microwave, 230V fridge; solid fuel central heating; hot water from calorifier via heating & engine; full size bath, Bi-Potty cassette wc; twin alternators, 1.5kVA inverter & 550Ah cabin batteries. 2003. Grand Union Canal, Warks - £43,000 Click for photos 1680. 70ft David Harris/Rex Wain trad. Kelvin K3 diesel with both diesel & original petrol start, with manoeuvring assisted by a 10hp bow thruster. A complete labour of love for the owner whose design specified that this boat should reflect the Orient Express on water. Fitout includes genuine antiques to add to the authenticity, the result of which is a truly unique & impressive boat. 7 berths: Perm double, L-shape double, upper & lower bunks, single on 2 seater dinette; gas cooking, 12V fridge; gas central heating, solid fuel range in aft cabin; hip bath, pump-out wc; 2kW inverter/charger. 2003.
1678. 60ft NSM Narrowboats/Alexander Boats semi-trad. Beta B43 diesel. Experienced fitter out has built his ninth boat - the seventh to be sold through ABNB. 4 berths: perm double, double on pullman dinette; Bubble solid fuel stove, Eberspacher compact diesel boiler to rads; shower, Thetford cassette wc; Stoves 500DIT drop-in cooker, 12V fridge; the latest Sterling 2500W inverter/charger. NEW. 1688. 57ft George Peverley/Mike Christian trad. Beta 43 diesel. After living aboard on 9 boats over a 30 year period, the fitter's personal experience dictated all aspects of the design to provide simple, economical comfortable living. Perm double (with space for a sofa bed in the saloon); solid fuel central heating; gas cooking, microwave, 12V fridge, washing machine; quadrant shower, Thetford swivel seat cassette wc; hot water from 3 sources - engine, central heating & 230V immersion (when on landline); 3kW inverter, 230V to 12V stepdown transformer so no need to use the batteries when shorepower available. 2006. 1659. 70ft South Shore/Tim Tyler semi-trad. Beta BV1903 diesel. Originally 60ft but stretched by David Thomas with matching internal fitout by Barry Cousins in 2004, professionally repainted in 2007. 6 berths in 3 separate cabins: perm double, 2nd perm double (currently set up as a single), sofa bed. Gas cooking, microwave, 12V fridge; shower, Thetford cassette wc; 3kVA pure sine wave inverter (new 2009), Sterling Alternator to Battery controller, 5 x 130Ah gel batts (also new 2009). Much of the equipment has been replaced in the last 5 years. 1995. 1620. 61ft 5in Weltonfield Narrowboats/G&J Reeves semi-trad. Lister LPWS4 diesel. Nobels 12V/6hp bow thruster. Weltonfield Narrowboats has built a reputation over two decades for sturdy, high quality fit-outs and this interior glows in classic oak & mahogany. This boat which has been conscientiously maintained is well appointed for extended cruising and includes an aft study/office with plenty of work space and storage. 2 berths: permanent double; diesel central heating, solid fuel stove; shower over bath, Thetford cassette wc; gas cooking, 230V fridge, 800W microwave, washer; Victron Phoenix 2.5kVA sine wave inverter/120A charger. 2001.
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1703. 50ft Waterway Services/R&D trad. Nanni diesel hydraulic drive. Bow thruster. Almost a TARDIS, by a combination of shorter external decks and an engine fitted across the boat, the accommodation space is more akin to a much longer boat. GAS FREE. Mature oak in a simple but effective style. 4 berths: permanent double, double on extending L-shape dinette; 230V cooking, 230V fridge, 230V freezer; shower in cubicle, pump-out wc; 2 x 2500W pure sine wave inverters, 30A WhisperGen charger. 2001. 1657. 62ft Streethay Wharf/Graham Parker trad. BMC 1.8 diesel. Streethay perhaps has not received the accolade it should have, even more curious when you see this fine example - each cabin is finished in its own style giving a wonderful feeling of size on this well maintained trad which has been most places on the cut including through the L&L canal. 4 berths: perm double, twin 2 seater dinettes make singles; gas cooking 12V fridge, compact washer; solid fuel stove, Kabola drip feed diesel central heating; shower cubicle, Thetford cassette wc; 150W inverter, 60A charger, 5kVA Beta diesel generator. 1997. 1641&2. 55ft Stowe Hill Marine motor tug & butty matching pair. Russell Newbery DM2 diesel. Fabulous, head turning pair that have been proven for liveaboard - if you have a family the kids can be banished to the butty - just think of the peace and quiet! When moored breasted up, 2 of the side doors align allowing drinks/food to be passed across easily. The motor has all the facilities needed for leisure cruising for 4; the butty provides an additional perm berth, large saloon, shower room with wash basin & pump out wc and utility room with washer & dryer. The butty has space & fuel tank for a diesel generator to be installed under the tug deck. Both boats have their own heating, hot water, toilet, shower and 12V cabin electrics. 1995/1999. 1686. 50ft Ian Clifton/Royden Canal Services tug. Lister LR3 diesel. Elegantly styled with well proportioned lines this tug stand out from the general ruck of trad style boats. Substantially panelled oak and mahogany interior with eye-catching cabinets. 4 berths: perm cross bed, 2 single berths or double in saloon; gas cooking, 230V fridge, 800W microwave; solid fuel stove; shower in cubicle, Porta Potti cassette wc; 40A charger. 1994. 1642. 55ft Stowe Hill Marine butty built in tug style. This has no engine. Fabulous, head turning boat - half of a motorised pair that has been proven as a liveaboard - if you have a family the kids can be banished to the butty - just think of the peace and quiet! There is space for a generator to be installed under the butty's tug deck which could also provide power for propulsion in the form of hydraulic drive mounted in the rudder. Perm double berth, large saloon, shower room with wash basin & pump out wc, utility room with washer & dryer; no gas or galley but there is a solid fuel range in the aft cabin plus diesel central heating to fin rads; 1.6kVA inverter/charger for use with hook up shore power. 1999. 1635. 57ft 5in Chris Hill/G&J Reeves semi-trad. Beta 43 diesel. Fitted out for two cruising in comfort (this is the third of Chris' boats we are brokering) and his own cruising experience is evident in the layout design including good storage, spacious cabins and 2 seater fold down dinette. 4 berths: perm double, sofa bed; solid fuel central heating; gas cooker, 12V fridge, washing machine; shower cubicle with doors, Thetford cassette wc; 3000W inverter/charger with 6 x 110Ah batteries. 2008. 1698. 49ft 10in Delph Marine trad. Ruggerini PM105/2L diesel. Some of you may remember Nigel who worked for ABNB before he retired - he and Mandy have moved ashore and so their boat is now for sale and as such is a proven liveaboard with a spacious saloon and walkthrough galley, separate shower and toilet. Plenty of storage but would benefit from a bit of fettling. 4 berths: perm crossbed double, double across seats in saloon; solid fuel heating; gas cooking, 230V fridge; shower in cubicle, Thetford Potty cassette wc (new 2010); 1500W inverter. 1989. 1665. 62ft 5in Black Prince/JL Pinder cruiser. Kubota 1703E diesel. In keeping with Black Prince's continuous replacement programme, this boat served for 4 years in the hire fleet and was then sold to the current owners in 2000 who had it professionally repainted in 2004. 4 berths: perm double, twin singles - one of which is movable to form a second double; gas cooker, 12V fridge; Webasto diesel central heating; Mastervolt 2000W inverter/charger. 1996.
1598. 70ft Fernwood Craft/Paul Widdowson trad. Kelvin K2 diesel. 9hp 24v Nobels bow thruster. An ideal liveaboard, designed with space in mind - the saloon, including the useful forward cockpit, is an impressive 29ft long. Likewise the full width bathroom, fitted out in brushed aluminium, has a useable sized bath. 4 berths: permanent double, double on sofa bed; diesel central heating, diesel stove; shower over bath, pump out wc, gas cooking, 230V fridge; Trace 70amp charger/ 2.4kVA inverter, 11kVA Sincro diesel generator. 2002. 1666. 57ft 7in Owner/R&D trad with underwater 'cutwater' design for improved water flow to the prop. Shire 40 diesel. Designed specifically for liveaboard for 2 in comfort. Striking boat inside & out. 2 berth perm cross bed; gas cooking, washer dryer, 12V fridge; gas central heating, solid fuel stove; full width bathroom with shower over bath, raised designer wash basin, ceramic electric flush remote tank wc; 1500W inverter/charger, twin 12V alternators; bow thruster tube fitted. 2005. 1617. 57ft Kingsground Narrowboats/Probuild trad. Beta 38 diesel. Bow thruster tunnel and weedhatch only. A particularly fine example from a boat fitter that has won several awards over the years. The beautifully finished, custom made, interior is based on steamed beech and cherry. This gas free boat has cabin equipment geared towards residential use and includes a sophisticated Bose sound system. 4 berths: perm double, dinette double; 2 Wallas M26 diesel-fired/fan assisted heaters, 230V towel rail/radiator; shower over bath, pump out wc; Wallas 87D diesel-fired cooker, ceramic hob, sharp 230V microwave, Hinari 230V toaster, 12V fridge /freezer, Indesit washer/dryer; Victron Phoenix 2.5kVA sine wave inverter/ 120amp charger. 2006. 1653. 69ft 11in Andrew Finney/G&J Reeves trad. Isuzu 55 diesel. Designed and built for use as liveaboard by the current owner who fits out for Wharf House narrowboats this trad was seemlessly extended by Roger Farringdon to incorporate storage space forward which can 'garage' a motorbike. Well thought out layout with plenty of storage and finished to a good standard. 4 berths: convertible double from built in bench seating, dinette double; Morso 6kW solid fuel stove, Eberspacher 5kW compact diesel central heating; Shower in tiled cubicle, cassette wc; gas cooking, 230V fridge and freezer; washer/dryer; Victron 2.5kW pure sine wave inverter, 300W Rutland wind generator. 2004. 1590. 61ft 9in Roger Fuller trad. Gardner 2LW diesel. The hull is a true copy of the Joshua style above and below the waterline including the planked double curvature swims. The engine was rebuilt by Walsh Engineering and the electrical system gives a whopping almost 12kW of 230V power from the cocooned generator and 5kW of inverter fed by a 790 amp-hour battery bank. The spacious internal layout is based on cherry and painted Tulipwood with an engine room and boatman's cabin in a traditional style. 6 berths: double on raised dinette, double across saloon bench seats, trad cross double in bmc; diesel central heating, solid fuel stove, solid fuel range in bmc; shower, Vacuflush wc; gas cooking, 230V fridge, 800W microwave/grill, washer; 2 Victron Multiplus 2500W inverters, 6.8kVA diesel generator. 2007. 1654. 57ft 3in John Forth/Colecraft trad. Lister HA4 diesel. Powered by a deep-throated 4 cylinder Lister engine in its own engine room this trad has been used as a liveaboard by the current owners. The Boatman's cabin is larger than usual incorporating a 6ft 3in x 4ft wide trad cross bed. Forward is an extended cratch area which provides a large and useful utility area. Gas cooking, solid fuel range in bmc, 12V fridge, twin tub washer/spinner; gas central heating & solid fuel stove; shower over bath, Thetford cassette wc; 1kW inverter, 50A charger. 2002. 1671. 61ft 8in Roger Farrington/Ivy Bridge trad. Russell Newbery DM2 diesel (one of the sought after 'new' vintage engines costing £18k new today). Quality will always count and this, another pedigree boat, is no exception both inside and out. 4 berths: perm double, trad boatman's bedbox; gas cooking, microwave, 12V fridge, washing machine; Alde gas central heating, solid fuel stove and range; shower over hip bath, VacuFlush pumpout wc; MultiPlus 3kW inverter/charger, 7.5kVA 230V alternator. 1989. 1675. 60ft 2in Goldsbrough Boats/G&J Reeves trad. Nannidiesel 4.195HE. Bowthruster fitted. Proven liveaboard and GAS FREE. Extremely comfortable and well considered layout this boat is fitted with ethernet, Wifi, Satellite dish and 3G so connection with the rest of the world is not compromised whilst enjoyed the freedom of the waterways. 2 berths: perm double; diesel 'Aga' cooking, 12V fridge, washing machine; solid fuel stove, 'Aga' run central heating; bath, pump-out wc; 2000W inverter, 2 x 80A chargers, Travelpower 3kVA engine driven alternator. 2005. 1651. 68ft Kingsground/Alexander trad. Beta 43 diesel. An unusual layout that has the benefit of two permanent double berths located forward and aft, providing maximum privacy. The joinery is neat and precise with Kingsground's characteristic rounded exposed corners to wardrobes and cupboards. The layout and equipment specification has been designed to provide a practical and comfortable liveaboard. The aft bed could be changed to a Pullman dinette without too much difficulty. 6 berths: 2 perm doubles, double on sofa bed; diesel central heating, solid fuel stove; shower over bath, pump out wc; gas cooking, 12V fridge, 12V freezer, washer/dryer; new Victron 1600W pure sine wave inverter/70A charger, Dometic 3.5kVA engine driven 230V alternator. 2007. 1673. 56ft 10in Dobson's Wharf/Mike Christian cruiser. Barrus 45 diesel. Go anywhere length with covered forward and aft cockpits for all weather cruising. Professional fitout with plenty of detail all custom made, carefully executed and kept in immaculate condition. 4 berths in 2 cabins: perm double; double on Pullman dinette; gas cooking, 230V fridge, 700W microwave; Webasto central heating, solid fuel stove; shower in cubicle with door, Thetford cassette wc; 2000W sine wave inverter, 20A charger. 2006. 1319. 71ft 6in DB Boatfitters/David Thomas motorised replica butty. The 52ft main cabin has steelwork under the cloths, the fore & aft cabins are of the low line butty style. The interior styling & workmanship are products of perfectionism & dedication. Built primarily as a family residence, it is self sufficient and serves its purpose well be it moored, towed behind a motor or even under its own power - hydraulic drive powered by the 12.8kVA generator (installed in the forecabin). 3 perm berths: the en-suite forward cabin is designed for a teenager with guest bed for stopovers, main bedroom has cross bed with shower room adjacent, bmc suitable for single guest. The central open galley & saloon is fully equipped with every ultra mod con. 2006. 1697. 65ft Anglo Welsh/Mike Gration cruiser. Beta 43 diesel (new 2006). Although started life in the fleet, it has now been in the same family ownership since 1996. Money has been well spent in 2006 putting in the new engine, generator & central heating boiler - good accommodation and space. 4 perm berths: 2 perm doubles in own cabins; diesel central heating, solid fuel stove, 3 ways to heat hot water; gas cooking, large 3 way fridge; shower, vacuum flush pump-out wc; 600W inverter, TravelPower 3.5kVA 230V alternator. 1989. 1690. 58ft Warble Narrowboats trad. Vetus M4.17 diesel (new 2008). Cherished boat from award winning builder, sadly for sale following bereavement. Lots of love and cash lavished especially 2007/8 - professional repaint & new equipment inc engine, fridge, Squirrel stove, & Refleks diesel stove. 4 berths: perm double, bed settee; 3 heat sources - gas central heating, diesel stove, solid fuel stove; gas cooking, 12V fridge; shower, pump-out wc; Mastervolt 2kVA inverter, 60A charger. 1990.
1563. 62ft 6in Barry Hawkins/Colecraft trad. Russell Newbery DM2 diesel. Ideal liveaboard or for extended cruising, with loads of storage including full height wardrobes. A comfortable, well equipped boat that includes a traditional boatmans cabin and engine room. 4 berths: cross double, cross double or single in bmc; diesel central heating, solid fuel stove, solid fuel range; shower, pump out wc; gas cooking, 12V fridge, washer dryer; 4kVA generator, 1100w inverter. 2000. 1672. 45ft 3in Bromsgrove Boat Builders/G&J Reeves trad. Beta BV1305 diesel. Designed for cruising, this boat is ideal be it to the far reaches of the system or pootling round the corner. Although currently set up for 3 berths, it would easy to make it into a 2+2. Berths: perm double' single on saloon seating; gas cooking, 12V fridge; Eberspacher diesel central heating, solid fuel stove; shower in cubicle with door, Porta Potti wc; mains battery charger, 200W inverter for small TV or phone/computer battery charging. 1995.
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