History & Conversion Dritan has been lovingly converted to an exceptionally high standard during 20 years of current ownership. Dritan originally served on the Humber and was built by Dunstans of Thorne for Hodgsons Tannery in 1945, although she was launched in 1946. All works commissioned and overseen by current owners (a former mechanical engineer) to the highest engineering standards, in a sympathetic style commensurate with Dritan’s heritage. She boasts her original Gardner 4LW engine. Dritan made a once in a lifetime voyage from the Trent and the Humber around the Eas... read more

Humber Keel Barge Taurus 44ft x 17ft 6ins - Stern section Built in 1921 as a working dumb barge to transport timber, Taurus was last used by Waddingtons. Initially 97ft long x 17ft 6ins wide she has been shortened and this is the beautifully shaped stern section which is 44ft long x 17ft 6ins wide. The hull is strongly constructed with best grade 10mm steel and is in excellent condition. She has had a new bow and a new fore deck built on and she has been ballasted with movable brick. Taurus II is a blank canvas ready for anyone to create a spacious houseboat. Laying in Knottingley, West ... read more

Luxury floating home on a converted 1930 Humber Keel Barge built by Harkers of Knottingley. St Petroc is moored on the Thames with views across to Home Park, between Kingston and Hampton Court. (A number of mooring options available). Walk to Surbiton Station for fast trains to London Waterloo. St. Petroc is 75 feet (23 metres) long, and below deck provides 2/3 bedrooms, including master with ensuite shower room, fitted wardrobes and fitted bed with underneath storage; a small double, and a small single bedroom or office. Good size family bathroom with large bath and shower over. Ele... read more

Beautiful Humber Barge conversion on a residential mooring in South Dock Marina, SE16. Comprising four cabins, two bathrooms and a 31’6 foot light-filled reception room. You could develop the roof into a terrace/garden area to enhance the living space further. The boat is set over two floors. On the upper deck is a large reception room which is open plan to the kitchen, a small shower room and a cabin in the old wheelhouse. A feature of this floor is the abundance of large windows that bring fantastic light into the boat, as well as views across the marina. On the lower deck there are t... read more

riverhomes are delighted to offer to the market this fully navigable 50 ft. x 17 ft. 5 in. Humber keel houseboat, currently located in the highly desirable Thames Ditton Marina with a brand new, renewable 1 year residential mooring licence. Just under a mile from Surbiton train station which provides access to London Waterloo in 18 minutes and the centre of Surbiton with all of its amenities. At deck level there is plenty of space for entertaining with an area for seating and a BBQ with the remaining deck space being used for potted plants and storage by the current owners. Towards the ste... read more

Remarks : Dignity has had a brand new interior refit and renovation, as well as having a previous conversion from the original Humber Keel Barge. She is extremely well presented with an abundance of space and high ceilings which have skylights so the living space is flooded with natural light during the day. The accommodation is made up of the very comfortable main living area with a fully open galley and dining area. The owners cabin is located aft with a sliding door and space for a king size bed and furniture. The owner has carried out a full renovation from top to bottom including a new... read more

75ft x 14ft 6ins. Built by Scarrs in 1913. Powered by Lister JP4. Original barrell winch, with all fittings reconditioned and ready to fit (see last photo). Three bedrooms, two single and one double. Full size cooker, sink/drainer, plenty of cupboards in galley. Sea toilet and shower. Heating is via wood burning stove in good size lounge. 240v and 12v electrics. Original blue book present!! £95,000 Laying Beverley.... read more

Boatshed London are delighted to offer this magnificent Humber Barge conversion for sale with London residential mooring in South Dock Marina, SE16. Looking around the market you see the word "stunning" used with great regularity on houseboat listings with little justification but here it is entirely and spectacularly appropriate. Don't bother to read this, just look at the photos. This beautiful barge has four cabins, two bathrooms, a saloon and galley bathed in light and will make a wonderful home for the next owners. There is even scope to develop the roof into a terrace/garden area t... read more

Boatshed London are delighted to offer this sumptuous Humber Barge for sale with London residential mooring just moments from Canary Wharf. Originally built in 1954, this barge has been magnificently converted into one of the finest houseboats in London with an enormous open plan living area that has loads of natural light and headroom. There are two large double cabins, a bathroom and utility room as well as extra living space in the wheelhouse that has 360 degree views out across the marina. The boat was lifted and surveyed in October 2015 so no work is required to this boat for at le... read more

Built in steel, this 75ft x 15ft 6ins (approx sizes) barge has just had her bottom completely steeled over. She has previously had an engine in her, so engine beds, rudder etc are still present. OWNER HAS ENGINE AND GEARBOX TO SUIT WHICH CAN BE FITTED She already has her hold steeled over, with three hardwood pigeon boxes in situ, 16 portholes and has also previously been sprayfoam insulated. Recent survey. There are not many unconverted Humber Barges left now - a complete blank canvas and with having a new bottom on her she will last for many, many years.... read more