WHAT SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?
Here are some important things to consider when choosing a new boat
(they are the things we get asked about most)...
(they are the things we get asked about most)...
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1. CAN I GET AN ELECTRIC BOAT?
Get in touch to find out more about the benefits of diesel, electric or hybrid boating.
2. WHICH IS BEST- A NARROWBOAT A WIDEBEAM OR A BARGE?
See our summary below or get in touch to find out more.
3. WHAT IS A 'SAILAWAY'?
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A sailaway usually includes the steel shell of the boat and everything that you need to take it away by water, ie the engine and relevant electrics (so you can drive the boat) the windows and vents (so it is sealed to the elements) and the ballast (so it is stable in the water.) Some sailaways also include a coat of holding primer.
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4. HOW MANY SOLAR PANELS DO I NEED? AND WHAT TYPE IS BEST?Options with rigid and semi-flexible panels- our thoughts coming shortly.
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6. WHAT IS THE BEST TYPE OF TOILET TO CHOOSE?Videos coming shortly- pump out toilet, cassette toilet, composting toilet.
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So which is the best size of boat for you?
Different boats lend themselves to different conditions and lifestyles. The boats we build come in all shapes and sizes, from a 30 foot narrowboat to a 65 foot x 12 foot 6 inch Barge and anything in between.
The size relates to where you want to travel (UK or mainland Europe) and whether you will be living on your boat or using it for short breaks.
The size relates to where you want to travel (UK or mainland Europe) and whether you will be living on your boat or using it for short breaks.
A narrowboat? |
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Giving the opportunity to travel throughout the inland waterways combined with the joy of getting so much into (and out of) a carefully designed space.
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A Dutch style Barge? |
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Our Dutch Barges look great from the outside and have generous proportions on the inside: it’s a totally different space to a typical canal boat with lovely curves and the bonus of a wheelhouse. Greater power gives the option of travelling on more challengine waters in the UK and mainland Europe.
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A widebeam boat? |
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Spacious enough to spread out and giving lots of options for built in or freestanding furniture. Large windows, hatches and bright pale finishes can also boost the feeling of space.
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