Welcome aboard "Shakespeare," a remarkable 69ft 6' Trad style narrowboat, crafted by Les Allen. As you journey beyond the charming Boatman's Cabin and delve into the engine room, the heart of this vessel reveals itself through a Russell Newbery DM2 18hp engine, combining classic engineering with reliable performance. Ensuring your comfort on the water, Shakespeare offers a variety of heating options. Stay cosy with hot water provided by both a Calorifier and a Webasto system. Central heating is also courtesy of Webasto, ensuring warmth throughout. For those crisp evenings,... read more

60’ 2000 Evans & Son Traditional Narrowboat Complete with Joshua Bow Two Berths Beta Marine Engine BSS until Feb 2026... read more

Nora The Explorer 21ft Trad Stern 1991 - NEW engine... read more

Calico Jack has a beautiful private mooring directly on the River Lea as part of Springfield marina. Access to the mooring is through a berth holders only gate, and then along a private section of riverside path until you reach Calico Jack's berth near the end of the marina section. The location gives great privacy and security, whilst also enjoying all the advantages of a berth directly on the river - Easy to move in and out of the mooring when going cruising, and close proximity to all the marina facilities (laundry, showers, toilets, recycling and rubbish disposal, community clubhous... read more

Built in 1990 by JM Buckly, Friluftsliv is a well presented 70ft Traditional stern narrowboat. She features a forward layout with a large kitchen and ample living space, perfect for on board living. she features a pump out toilet and a large shower in the head. propulsion is provided by a reliable BMC 40hp diesel engine. Built in 1990 by JM Buckly, Friluftsliv is a well presented 70ft Traditional stern narrowboat. She features a forward layout with a large kitchen and ample living space, perfect for on board living. she features a pump out toilet and a large shower in the hea... read more

Bliss is a recreation by the well respected Ovation Boat Services. They have taken a 2004 shell built by Measham boat builders and created a new boat, starting with the hull being shot blasted, sides and bottom, then 2 packed to give ultimate protection. At 70' there is room for comfortable family living, or very comfortable cruising for two. The boat offers flexibility to change some of the living space if sleeping for 6 isn't a priority. Entering from long bow area, ideal for eating out, you enter the Saloon with skylight above, followed by the Galley, Pullmans dinet... read more

Length/ Boat Style: 60’ trad narrow boat Year: 1980 Number of bathrooms 1 Berths 2 About this Boat: 60ft Traditional Stern Narrowboat. Built by Malcome Braine, layout – stern, boatman’s cabin, engine room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, lounge, large bow. Has a 2009 John Deere JD03 Beta Marina engine that was serviced in 2024 Boat safety until 2028 Blacked with 2-pac epoxy in 2022 (under warranty until 2026) Last survey was in 2022 2x405w large solar panels installed in 2022 Room sealed Morco EUP11RS instant water heater Villager stove (from 2014,full s... read more

Peaceful Voyager is a 60ft Traditional Narrowboat, expertly built by Price Fallows in 2004 and beautifully fitted out by Northern Marine Services in 2005. Powered by a reliable Beta 43bhp diesel engine paired with a Newage PRM 150D2 gearbox, she offers smooth and efficient cruising. The interior comfortably accommodates four berths arranged in a conventional layout, making her an ideal choice for extended cruising or comfortable living aboard. Layout: Stern, Bedroom, Bathroom, Galley, Dinette, Saloon, doors to foredeck. Bedroom: Cross over double bed with storage under cupboards above, 2 bed... read more

Morning Mist is a charming 58’ trad built in 2011 by Lambon Fabrications, and fitted out by Evolution Boats. She was last blacked in May 2024, along with a service on the engine, and the anodes were satisfactory at this blacking. The cratch covered well deck is 4’3” with a wooden topped locker at the front. The gas bottles are in the port side, with storage in the starboard side. Steps lead down into the 11’10” saloon, with two comfortable chairs, an Arada Hamlet solid fuel stove, 24” Bush TV, JVC soundbar, and a range of storage options. The 7’11&... read more

Potentially this boat would make a lovely liveaboard or extensive cruiser as she is beautifully fitted out and is well appointed. Unfortunately, when the current owners purchased, the previous owner had had an issue with bilge water in the bedroom as a result of the calorifier leaking. He subsequently removed the bed, surrounding units and floor to address this. The bedroom now needs re-building, all items still on board to enable this. Some of the equipment on board also needs attention as it is not working. Finally, external paintwork also needs attention; hence the attractive price. ... read more

This very tidy narrowboat is perfectly suited to cruising in the London area. With a length of 38ft, you will never fail to find a gap to moor up. The simple interior provides everything a constant cruiser needs; solid fuel stove, solar array, and a composting toilet. There is a touch of luxury with the wet-room style shower, with the loo sensibly located at the stern of the boat. The boat has good headroom too, measured at 1.95m in the centre. The engine starts on the button with no smoke from the exhaust. She has been recently blacked and had new anodes when she was lifted from the ... read more

Lutra is a 57ft x 6ft 10in narrowboat built by TS Fabrications in 2013. She is fitted with a Beta 38hp diesel inboard engine and has 6 berths. Lutra is a lovely 6 berth traditional narrowboat benefitting from 2 single berths, make up dinette double berth, spacious saloon, shower cubicle and would be ideal for either leisure or liveaboard.  Viewing is very highly recommended! BSC expires: - January 2026 Last blacking: -  November 2022 Hull & superstructure: - Steel 10 / 6 / 5 / 4 Stern type: - Traditional Engine: - Beta 38hp Electrics: - Shore power - C... read more

Sloop John B is a 40' traditional stern narrow beam built in 1982. Propulsion is provided by a 35HP BMC 1.5 diesel engine. Featuring a traditional layout. On entry to the engine/utility room and bedroom. The engine is housed by a cleverly crafted access box and steps made from old gym flooring. There is an optional pop-up put-together bed for someone to make a sizeable single bed. Next is the walkthrough bathroom, fitted with a large hip bath with shower attachments, Thetford Cassette WC, and a vanity basin. Into the saloon, the sofa bed is included. A Hamlet solid fuel stove provides ... read more

Acorn is a 52ft, traditional style narrowboat built in 1991 by Cheshire Steel Craft. For sale £39,950 at Venetian Marina, Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 6DD... read more

A 70ft bespoke portholed, traditional tug style narrowboat built by the highly regarded Paul Barber for the current owner in 2005 who, over the following 2 years, embarked on completely fitting the boat from "stem to stern" as a gas free live-aboard. Although having previously fitted several narrowboats and a Dutch Barge, the engine, generator, all electrics and plumbing were installed by professionals to an exacting standard. Finally completing all in 2007 and featuring in Waterways World. The owner has lived aboard and cruised over the intervening years and is now offering "D... 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

Full survey has been carried out and blacked on the 6th August. Custom Built 28ft 6" x 6ft 10" Traditional Narrowboat. Draft 1ft 6". Built in 2009/10. BSS expiry date 19/4/25. Shell and insulation by Dave Clarke. Lining, engine and fit out by Laurie Lavender. Base plate 8mm, sides 5mm and roof 4mm. 100 gallon stainless steel water tank, 2x13kg gas bottles, 3 cylinder Beta Kubota engine, PRM125 gearbox, 3 heavy duty batteries, 40 gallon fuel tank, webasto radiator heating in each cabin, hot water via calorifier. Forward cabin with fixed seating, storage underneath, ... read more

WHEN CALLING BOATFINDER ABOUT THIS BOAT PLEASE QUOTE REFERENCE 120361 • Engine: Beta Marine 35hp diesel engine with a PRM 80 gearbox. • Quality steelwork by David Piper with a trad-stern, two sets of side doors with top hatches and a cratch and cover to the bow. • High quality fit-out by David Piper in pine tongue and groove with solid pine trims to the ceiling, and cabin sides and marine ply with cork tiles to the hull sides. The floor is laid with carpet throughout apart from the bathroom which has vinyl. • Forward saloon with two low level cabinets either side of the fr... read more

WHEN CALLING BOATFINDER ABOUT THIS BOAT PLEASE QUOTE REFERENCE 120360 • Engine: Vetus 32hp 4-cylinder diesel engine with a ZF-Hurth gearbox. • Quality 10:6:4mm steelwork by Dave Clarke Boats with a trad-stern and cratch and cover to the bow. • Professional fit-out by Hallmark Narrowboats Ltd that has been updated over time by previous owners. The ceilings are painted panel with solid sapele trims, the cabin sides are lined in a mix of pine T& G, painted T& G and painted panel with painted trims, and the hull sides have carpet overlaid with a mix panel and pain... read more

Winner of the prestigious Lionel Monk Trophy at the 1993 IWA National Waterways Festival, Jupiter is a fine example of Hudson’s striking take on traditional lines, which has been captivating enthusiasts for many years. This 61ft beauty features the signature Hudson voluptuous bow, low deck and portholed elevation. At its heart, the classic Lister JP2, proudly resides in its own engine room, located forward of the beautifully scumbled and painted Boatman’s cabin – a masterpiece by Jan Deuchar. Enjoy year round comfort with three sources of cabin heating: a solid fuel s... read more