Owning a narrowboat or a wide-beam canal boat is a great investment as it allows you to access the beautiful canals in the UK and gives you the freedom to travel the country whenever you decide.
According to the Residential Boat Owners Association, there are about 20,000 people in the UK who live on narrowboats, and a large number of people who own a narrowboat for leisure purposes.
One of the most common questions asked when considering buying a narrowboat is ‘Are they really worth the money?’ This all depends on the type of boat you buy, the condition of the boat and what you intend to use it for.
For most people, a narrowboat is a primary home, but for some people, it’s also used as a second home, where they can go away for the weekend or for the holiday period.
One thing to keep in mind is that there are additional expenses when owning a narrowboat, similar to owning a car or a house. So it’s always a good idea to keep some money aside for any maintenance or repair costs.
Extending your travel range
Unlike booking a holiday trip abroad or a traditional holiday home, purchasing a narrowboat or a wide beam boat means that you have the luxury of being able to travel to a wide range of different locations across the river network and huge canals in the UK.
Wherever you decide to go, you’re always going to find adventure along the way. Not to mention the beautiful scenic views and getting up close and personal to the wildlife.
The Canal and River Trust Map shows a huge network of over 2,000 miles of waterways that you can explore at your own convenience.
Narrowboats for the ultimate freedom
Given the current situation, the opportunity to get away from our busy lifestyles has become harder to grasp. Therefore the investment into a narrowboat or wide-beam boat is a great certainty that you’ll always have a place to go away for a couple of days and relax.
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