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

Custom 12.5m Humber Motor Barge - 2010 - £69,950 A fresh (2010), steel-built liveaboard with shallow draught and optimised accommodation making the fullest possible use of the sort of volume that the old Scottish 'Clyde Puffers' achieved with their bluff bows and generous buttock lines, while offering a draft of only 3'10" (1.18m) and beam of 11'6" (3.5m). Built to a design by Selway Fisher Designs Ltd. of Melksham 'LITTLE CHARLY' is described as a multi-chine motor barge for use in UK waters, crossing to Europe and exploring the canals a... read more

For clearer full alongside photo just google search "Heather Rose H Barge" Built 1957. 154ft, lengthened in 2006 with 22ft new section. 17ft 6ins beam. Moulded depth 7ft 6ins. Air draught 12ft. She has a forward store room, 40 ton forward ballast tank, forward hold 53ft with sealed steel floor and 48ft aft hold with sealed steel floor. There is a cabin amidships comprising bunks, bench, table, sink with hot and cold running water, fridge and diesel heater, separate shower room and immersion tank. The engine room houses a Gardner 8LXB, 170hp @ 1500 rpm. Twin disc 509 gearbox 3:1 reduc... read more

Built by Dunstans at Thorne approx 1954 and powered by a running Leyland 6 cylinder 120hp engine. Hydraulic Steering on Joystick. Large Deck Saloon. Hold is studded out. Access from deck down companionway to half landing and then through door to floor level and also companionway access to the hold from deck saloon.16 Portholes, Pigeon box with opening lid, 2 sky lights. Bifolding doors. Anchor and Winch. Hull freshly painted and new annodes fitted.Reluctantly being sold again due to the owners circumstances. New Photos to follow... read more

Premier Houseboats are pleased to present barge no 9, a sympathetic conversion of a Humber Keel offering surprising space and lots of character that creates an almost country cottage feel. The accommodation of barge no 9 flows nicely, with superb head height throughout, beautiful flooring and many classic features. There is gas central heating throughout, and a good mixture of portholes and skylights providing plenty of natural light. Entering via the galley, this charming room offers plenty of storage and work surface, as well as a gas oven and fridge. Steps lead down to th... read more

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A rare opportunity to purchase a stunning "Floating Home" that has been sympathetically converted to enable a family of four to occupy since 2014! Interestingly featured on George Clarke"s "Amazing Spaces " https://www.channel4.com/programmes/george-clarks-amazing-spaces/on-demand/60244-008 This barge is 75ft x 15ft, and one of the key features is the abundance of natural light available. The kitchen gets sunlight from 5 directions including a large rectangular skylight to the ceiling. There are French doors with access to the foredeck and windows to side. The vendors managed to s... read more

This vessel MUST leave Brighton Marina - I'm afraid this is not up for negotiation! You only have to take a look around this space to see that she's something special! She's been a great Brighton Marina landmark for many years and has functioned as a floating Chinese restaurant and is currently in use as a multi-functional community space. We understand that she needs attention and can provide information to help understand this - an extremely in-depth history and survey/dive surveys in 2010/2011 and a full condition survey in September 2022 describe her exactly as she is and what nee... read more