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MANORBIER

Overview

A charming and well-loved 40ft trad stern, Manorbier is a fantastic compact narrowboat with over...

A charming and well-loved 40ft trad stern, Manorbier is a fantastic compact narrowboat with over a decade of careful ownership. Built by the highly regarded R&D Boats in 1990, she offers a great balance of character, practicality, and comfort—ideal for both leisure cruising and full-time living.

Step aboard via the cratch-covered bow with sociable seating and useful storage, leading into a cosy saloon with fixed seating that easily converts into two additional berths for guests. Warm and inviting all year round thanks to central heating and a classic squirrel stove.

The well-designed U-shaped galley provides ample storage, a full-size cooker, and fridge, with the added bonus of a side hatch bringing in light and fresh air. Moving aft, the offset bathroom features a washbasin, vanity storage, and a hip bath with shower over.

At the stern, the comfortable bedroom offers a fixed double bed with storage beneath, plus wardrobe space.

A delightful, manageable boat with plenty to offer—Manorbier is ready for her next adventure.

Key Details

Length/beam 40ft No. of berths 2 + 2
Stern type  Trad Engine Vetus M3.10
Hull builder R & D Boats Last service March 2026
Fit out Saraband Marine Blacking April 2023 (blacked every 2 years)
Year 1990 Boat safety May 2029
Steel spec 8/6/4 Recent survey March 2021 – available on request
CIN number:GB-ABG60S11C505
CRT number512026
License number783661
Previous owners2+
Engine service historyNovember 2023
Boiler service historyNot stated 
SurveyNo
BlackingNovember 2023
Anodes4 new anodes fitted at last blacking Nov 2023
Documentation availableBSS/Various user/installation manuals
Draft2ft 
Internal headroom6ft 7in (centre)
Saloon8ft
Galley9ft 2in 
Bathroom6ft 
Bedroom 18ft 11in                Bedroom 2: 8ft 5in
Extra/notes 
EngineCanaline 42HP
Hours424
GearboxPRM 150D2
BowthrusterNo
WeedhatchQuick release under rear deck
Diesel tank capacity230 litres approx.
Extra/notes 
Central heatingWebasto NEW
Solid fuel stoveNo
Source of hot waterEngine & Webasto
Water tankIntegral
Water tank capacity600 litres approx. (water tank sand blasted & repainted)
Extra/notesN/A
AlternatorTwin
Batteries1 x starter & 4 x Victron AGM 130Ah leisure – NEW
Lighting12V LED lights throughout
Inverter/charger Mastervolt 3000W inverter charger NEW
Landline socketStern
Galvanic isolatorNo
Extra/notes 
Gas bottles2 x 13kg forward locker
AppliancesHob & oven/grill
Extras/notesN/A
InsulationStyrofoam
BallastEngineering bricks
CeilingPainted ply
Cabin sidesPainted ply
Hull sidesT&G effect painted ply
FlooringVinyl flooring
Side doorsNo
WindowsCombination of single glazed windows/port holes with glazd roof hatch above galley
Extras/notes 
Documentation available:BSS cert/various user & installation manuals
SALOON
Seating/furniture2 seater sofa NEW
DinetteN/A
Extras/notes 
GALLEY
CookerThetford single burner hob & Thetford Duplex oven/grill NEWoker
Fridge/freezerMontepellier fridge freezer 240V
MicrowaveNo
Washing machineNo
Extras/notes 
BATHROOM
ToiletTecma macerating pumpout toilet
Waste tank capacity400 litres
Bath/ShowerSquare shower cubicle with glass screen
Vanity basinTable top washbasin with vanity cupboard & mirror
Extras/notes 
BEDROOM
Bed4ft fixed double bed          Bedroom 2 – 2 x 2ft 3in x 6ft 3in single beds
DinetteNo
Extras/notesFull height wardrobes. with underbed storage
TVNo
CoversPram cover & bow cover
  
Navigation equipmentVarious incl anchor 

“PLEASE NOTE: The Boat Brokers are acting as Brokers only. Whilst every care has been taken in their preparation, the correctness of these particulars, is not guaranteed. They are not intended to, and do not form any part of any current or future contract. Prospective purchasers are advised to have an independent survey carried out by a qualified marine surveyor prior to completion of purchase.”