The Complete Narrowboat Buying Checklist
Introduction Buying a used narrowboat is one of the most significant purchases most people make, and the number of things that need to be checked, verified and confirmed before completion…
Selling a Canal Boat in Warwickshire: A Complete Seller’s Guide
Introduction Warwickshire sits at a compelling crossroads of the English canal network. The Grand Union Canal runs south from the outskirts of Birmingham through Leamington Spa and Warwick toward London.…
How to handle narrowboat viewings: a seller’s guide
Introduction A narrowboat viewing is the moment when a prospective buyer moves from considering your listing to forming a direct, in-person impression of the vessel. Everything that happens during a…
Selling a canal boat in Worcester: what boat owners need to know
Introduction Worcester occupies a genuinely distinctive position in the West Midlands canal network. The city sits at the southern end of the Worcester and Birmingham Canal, one of the most…
Narrowboat photography tips: how great photos help you sell faster
If there is one factor in a narrowboat listing that has more influence over buyer behaviour than any other, it is photography. The majority of active buyers searching for used…
Continuous cruising vs marina mooring: which is right for you?
Introduction One of the most significant decisions a narrowboat owner makes alongside the purchase of the boat itself is how they intend to keep it. The two principal options for…
How long does it take to buy a narrowboat?
Introduction One of the most practical questions any prospective narrowboat buyer asks is: how long is this actually going to take? Whether you have a specific date in mind for…
Do you need a licence to own a narrowboat? Everything explained
Introduction One of the questions that comes up consistently among first-time buyers is whether owning a narrowboat requires any kind of official licence or registration. The short answer is yes…
Narrowboat engine guide: what to look for when buying
Introduction The engine is one of the most significant mechanical components on any narrowboat and one of the most expensive to replace if something goes wrong after you have completed…
Widebeam boat buying guide: is it right for you?
Introduction A widebeam canal boat represents one of the most significant lifestyle and financial decisions a buyer can make within the inland waterways market. Offering considerably more living space than…