Description

Lion is a beautifully presented 55-foot traditional stern narrowboat, built in 2001 by the highly regarded boat builder Steve Hudson. She boasts the classic Josher bow that enhances her elegant lines and the gentle upsweep of the hull towards the stern. With four berths, she offers the perfect blend of traditional charm and practical, comfortable living.

Stepping aboard from the well deck at the bow, you enter a welcoming saloon featuring a corner bar unit with radio and speakers, plus a useful corner cupboard above. An L-shaped seating area surrounds a choice of occasional or four-place dining table, with shelving and a bookcase opposite. This space converts easily into a large, comfortable second double berth when needed.

The well-equipped U-shaped galley includes a Vanette oven and grill, Thetford four-burner hob, Indesit washing machine and Inlander refrigerator. Ample storage is provided under the sink and drainer, together with a shelved larder unit opposite beneath the side hatch.

Further aft, the shower room (accessed from the corridor) offers a tiled shower with side fitted cupboard, Vetus electric macerating pump-out toilet, vanity unit with storage, fitted mirror and radiator.

The master cabin at the stern features a fixed four-poster style double bed, built-in double wardrobes, two small cupboards and generous under-bed storage.

A step leads up into the engine control room above the Beta 43 diesel engine, which has covered just 3,094 hours from new and regularly maintained every 250 hours by the current owner. From here, access opens onto the traditional stern deck.

Throughout the boat the quality oak panelling and joinery showcase the high standard of craftsmanship associated with the S M Hudson yard.

An Eberspächer diesel heater provides central heating and hot water to the master bedroom, shower room, galley and saloon, while a multi-fuel Morso Squirrel stove by the front entrance keeps the boat cosy in the coldest winter weather.

Recent upgrades include new LED lighting throughout and the hull was blacked and new anodes fitted in June 2026. Safety Certificate valied until 28th November, 2028.

Lion presents as a characterful yet practical traditional narrowboat, ready to enjoy.

Specifications

Accommodation

Main Saloon

Seating & dining area

Main saloon

Galley

Galley

Table storage-occasional/dining

Main double berth

Toilet/shower room

Construction

Steel - Base 15 mm: Hull 6.0 mm: Cabin 5.0/4,0 mm: Roof 4.0 mm:

Equipment

Starter battery 12 volt 100 amp hour:
Domestic batteries x 3 12 volt 100 amp hour:
Bow thruster batteries x 2 12 volt 100 amp hour:
Aquafax Nobel Bow Thruster 9 HP motor:
Battery management system Sterling Marine Power 12 volt Universal 4-step Alternator Regulator:
Battery charger Mastervolt 12 volt 25 amp:
Calorifier horizontal, twin coil 64 ltr.
Fire extinguishers.
Stainless steel double skinned chimney with rotating cowl and extended collar fitting.
Fitted cratch cover (Not pictured)

Mastervolt Battery management.

Engine(s)

Beta 43 diesel 3094 recorded hours, regularly serviced every 250 hours by current owner. Gear box PRM 150G2. Two alternators, engine & domestic batteries and a Electrolux GFA 2302 Travel Power 230 volt generator.

Engine/Battery charger.

Beta 43 with 230v power generator.

Gearbox PRM 150D2

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