57′ Traditional Narrowboat with Boatmans Cabin Built in 1988 By Apollo Canal Carriers Vintage Lister JP2 Truly Unique Fitout Thousand of Hours and £’s Spent on Her by Current Owner Overplated in 2024 Shot Blasted and 2 Packed in 2024 Bespoke Handrail Fabricated and Fitted in 2024 11 x 1930’s Portholes Salvaged From Ship Fitout in Reclaimed 1890’s Pine Padauk Flooring Salvaged From 1978 Dance Floor All Handmade Door Handles and Lighting BSC to August 2028 We are pleased to present this lovely, one-off 57′ narrowboat built in 1988 by Apollo Cana... read more

Welcome aboard Christina Alice — a truly characterful narrowboat steeped in canal history. Built in 1989 by renowned boatbuilder Mike Hayward, Christina Alice was originally commissioned for Tony Hurst, a pivotal figure in the Birmingham canal restoration movement of the 1980s. Owning this boat means owning a living piece of Britain’s waterways heritage. She is a 57ft narrowboat, offering exceptional space and storage throughout. Beneath the front deck you’ll find a vast, easily accessible storage area ideal for large items, with additional generous storage under the be... read more

Romany Rose is a 1 owner from new boat! as such she comes with a whole host of history (and memories). The owners have been committed to maintaining her to the highest standard that they can but the time has come for someone new to take the helm (figuratively and literally) HULL - Steel Hull- Thickness as built: - Base: 10mm - Hull Sides: 6mm - Superstructure: 4mm - Headroom: approx. 6ft 3 - Insulation: Polystyrene - Water tank: integral - Last Blacked: June 2025 - Cratch cover on bow MECHANICAL - Engine scheduled fo... read more

4 Berth narrow boat. Out of the water on hard standing ready to view Stone Staffordshire.... read more

WHEN CALLING BOATFINDER ABOUT THIS BOAT PLEASE QUOTE REFERENCE 120421 • Engine: Beta Marine BD3 30hp 3-cylinder engine with a Newage PRM 160 D2 hydraulic gearbox. • Quality 10:6:5:4 mm steelwork by Marque Narrow Boats Ltd with a trad stern and 4 sets of side doors, and two pigeon boxes to the roof. There is a solid brass klaxon horn. • Owner fit out to a high standard in oak faced ply with solid teak and iroko trims to the ceilings, and cabin sides with teak faced ply to the hull sides in the forward areas and pine T& G in the engine room and Boatman’s cabi... read more

Pintpot, 36ft Traditional style narrowboat built in 1995 by John White, for sale at Venetian Marina for £24,950. For more information telephone 01270 528251... read more

Lilybel, 65ft traditional style narrowboat built in 2006 by Big Fish Narrowboats. For sale at Venetian Marina for £44,950. For more information telephone... read more

A 62ft Jonathan Wilson traditional narrowboat built in 2000, powered by a twin cylinder Gardner 2LW and fitted by Frank Lyons predominantly with solid oak boards over spray foam insulation. The current owners purchased Shangri-La in 2014 and cruised the system extensively over the last 10 years. The boat has been well maintained throughout their tenure and now offered for sale in fine condition. Boat Safety Certificate to June 2028 and last blacked April 2023……All aboard!!! For further details double click on the detail forms below.... read more

Jilly Dee is a 57ft go anywhere Trad built in 2003 by Jonathan Wilson and fitted by Louis & Joshua boatbuilders. Trad layout with entry from cratch covered bow into saloon,bubble corner stove with tiled surround,corner tv unit with side bookshelves, L - shape dinette converts to a double berth,2chair beds in lounge. U - shape galley, full cooker with glass lid, 240v fridge/ freezer. Bathroom is of corridor with cassette toilet,corner shower & sink vanity unit . Bedroom at the stern as fixed larger than normal 4’ 6” bed. Radiators in lounge,galley, bathroom, & bedroom .... read more

Tiddler is a 25ft long standard layout, trad stern narrowboat built by Dave Freeman in 1999. She is fitted with an Beta Marina 13.5HP inboard diesel engine and has 2 berths. At 25 feet long Tiddler is an ideal leisure size boat, that features equipment that you would normally find on a larger life-aboard vessel like a solid fuel stove, full size oven, 4 burner gas hob and 12 volt fridge. She will be great for people who have caught the boating bug with a small GRP cruiser, but want to spend more time aboard in the colder months. Tiddler is presented for sale in good condition and is kitted ... read more

Oakley is a characterful 57ft traditional stern narrowboat, built in 2005 by Oaktree Narrowboats and Les Wilson. She combines classic craftsmanship with thoughtful practicality, making her a welcoming and capable home afloat. Recently blacked and surveyed in 2025, Oakley will also be issued with a new Boat Safety Certificate upon completion, ensuring complete peace of mind for her next owners. Powered by a distinctive Beta JD3 engine paired with a PRM gearbox, Oakley offers reliable cruising with a touch of traditional charm. The engine room, complete with a classic Boatman’s Cabin, s... read more

Poppadom is a very cute 30 ft narrowboat. She's perfect for a single person or a couple wanting to live on the canal. She would be perfect for a student looking for that mix of lifestyle and affordability. She has a fold out sofa bed, good multifuel stove,compact kitchen with everything you need and bathroom with shower and chemical loo. Solar panels and inverter . She ready to move in and licence isn't that expensive due to her length. She's on a continuous cruiseing licence. Call me to view. Thanks... read more

Finance Available please enquire at www.aqueductmarina.co.uk 01270 525040... read more

New Year new boat, not to be missed this classic now reduced further for a quick sale , viewing is strongly encouraged. A true Warwickshire flyboat classic powerd by a 1941 Lister JP 3 with traditional back cabin and Epping Stove.Interior decoration by Andy Russell recent fit out upgrade by Bourne Boat Builders. The boat was out of the water in June 2024, when it was blacked and a survey carried out. The survey can be viewed when viewing the boat. It has a BSC until June 2025 it also has a very extensive maintenance record which also can be viewed when viewing the boat. All in all this ... read more

Introducing a 50ft traditional stern Narrowboat with desirable one-of-a-kind custom-built wheelhouse. The hull was originally built in 1990 by by the well regarded Chappel & Wright boat builders in Whaley Bridge Derbyshire. The accommodation comprises a double bedroom designed in a forward layout, an open saloon and a corridor galley. This boat benefits from an extensive renovation including: • New subfloor and laminate throughout the whole boat • New water systems including freshwater pump, shower pump and water heating system • New bathroom fit out including new showe... read more

£65000 Anasazi is a beautiful 2004, 55ft, traditional stern Narrowboat built by Peter Hill with a Barrus Shire 2000, 45 HP diesel engine, regularly serviced. Fully refurbished in 2021.and partial exterior professional repaint in 2025.She is a light and airy narrowboat offering beautiful & comfortable accommodation. Boat safety scheme certificate to March 2029 Blacked and new anodes January 2025 Anasazi is 2 Beth but can easily accommodate 4 by replacing the lounge armchairs with a sofa bed. Layout: stern, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, lounge. Galley: Beko 230-volt triple A rated... read more

Electron is a 40ft Traditional Narrowboat built in 1973 by Teddesley Boat Company. 2 Berths. Newage BMC engine, Cladid insulation. Stove, 2 radiators. 4 burner gas cooker. Shoreline fridge/freezer. TV and radio. BOW: Steel and wood lined doors, with hinged hatch. SALOON: Seating with storage below. Corner shelf with tv above. Stove with tiled hearth, 2 slide opening windows. Laminate flooring. Painted walls and ceiling. Carpet below gunnel. GALLEY: Stainless steel sink with drainer. New world 4 burner gas oven. Shoreline fridge with separate freezer. Cupboards and shelves for st... read more

This well-maintained 60ft traditional stern narrowboat, built and fitted out by Chirk Marina in 2004, offers comfortable accommodation for 3–4 berths and is ideal for leisure cruising or extended stays aboard. Powered by a reliable Isuzu 42hp engine (new in 2015) with approximately 2,500 hours, she benefits from a full grit blast and 2-pack epoxy blacking completed in June 2025. The interior features a practical wood fit-out, solid fuel stove, Eberspacher central heating, and a well-equipped galley with gas cooking facilities. Electrical systems include solar panels, a Sterling inverter/... read more

BACK UP FOR SALE DUE TO TIMEWASTERS A beautiful, Reliable and solid home on the water. Blue moon II has an exceptional hull (Hull diagram attached), constructed with impressive lines and a modern sleek bespoke interior. Fully equipped and ready to cruise, Fitted spacious and airy cabin that still maintains its narrow boat charm. SOLD BEAUTIFULLY FULLED FURNISHED READY TO CRUISE 60FT Narrow Marque narrowboats (Eccleshall) Traditional Style Fully off grid live aboard New Bss (not due for 4 years) Dependable and reliable Mercedes om636 diesel engine fitted, well maintained and low mi... read more

Esther is a stunning Chalmers Picklin & Love Ltd 57ft Traditional stern narrowboat, built in 2006 and fitted out by Northwich boat company. The boat is powered by a beta 43 hp engine coupled with a PRM150 gearbox. Serviced in August 2025. Navigation is aided by a Vetus 55 bowthruster (new battery fitted 2025) She is centrally heated by a webasto diesel fired system which also provides hot water. 12v power is supplied by 4 domestic batteries with a separate starter and bowthruster supply. 240v power is via a 1.8 mastervolt inverter or shoreline with galvanic isolator. Bubble diesel ... read more