It’s all about the little things that make somewhere feel like home. If you’ve ever had a microwave at home then you will already know that they can make life a little easier. But can you buy a microwave for a canal boat? Well, the answer is yes you can, but it takes a little … Read more
Staying safe on your narrowboat should be your biggest priority. And that safety should, of course, extend to your dog too. If you’re like me and most other dog owners, your dog is a massive part of the family, and they need to be kept safe on slippery decks just as much as you do. … Read more
It can involve hours of scrolling and looking when you are trying to find just the right gift for your loved ones, or your friends and colleagues, so why not let us help you. We have researched scrolled on your behalf and have come up with some of the best narrowboat gifts ideas that will … Read more
Shiver me timbers! Ok, so there is a good chance that when you embarked on your canal boat journey, you didn’t think you’d be ‘walking the plank’. However, depending on your style of boating adventure you might be required to do just that. Hopefully the destination will be the pub, not Davey Jones’ locker! In … Read more
Damp and humidity are the nemesis of boat owners and must be kept in check and under control, but it doesn’t have to be that way as there is something that you can do to help you in the fight to keep it at bay. Whether your boat is in use or being moored for … Read more
What could be better than a nice cup of tea or coffee when you have reached your mooring while you sit back and chill in your new surroundings. Maybe you are feeling restricted by having to use the kettle on your gas hob, well why not let yourself free and get a low wattage kettle … Read more
Introduction Ok, we know there are nicer things to talk about, but it is one of the things that concerns most people regarding narrowboats. But we aren’t one to shy away from difficult conversations. In this article we are going to discuss ‘the arrangements’ on board a canal boat… Read this after finishing your dinner … Read more