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I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

16th September 2024

26yo female professional looking for a static boat for a minimum 3 month rental between Gloucester/ Bristol and Bournemouth/ Winchester. Budget £800 per month. Boating experience (day skippers). I have an opportunity to work remotely and want to try something different! I’m clean, tidy and a non-smoker. Ideally looking for something well equipped and low maintenance.

lucyhross@outlook.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

15th September 2024

My name is Alex. My sister and I want to try to live in a narrowboat just to see how it feels. If possible would like to rent and cruise one to explore canal system. I'm a musician- now very flexible at work. Also quite flexible with renting period. If you own one and want to go for holiday I think it will work for both of us. All documents & deposit are provided. 

My phone number: 07926387594 

Thank you

meowzedong03@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

10th September 2024

I would like to rent a cruising boat so I can explore the water ways and get at home with nature, I’m 50 years old, I can’t work due to ill health so I would get the rent and bond etc. paid by the government. I’m looking for a boat as a permanent residence

grahammlee49@icloud.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

23rd August 2024


Looking for a long term narrow boat hire to try it out before buying a liveaboard. West Yorkshire area, preferably cruising, but won't be moving too far. 36 year old woman, full time cycling instructor / mechanic.

edeharrison@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

22nd August 2024



Hello I am looking to rent a live aboard boat any location I am a semi-retired English teacher 65 years old looking to start October 2024 I look forward to hearing from you Cheers Rob


robin.darby.obe@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

16th August 2024


I am an early retired teacher looking for a narrow boat to explore the North of England's great canal network. I love solving practical problems and very hands on with maintenance and tidiness. Rest assured your boat will be well cared for and looked after. I would like a 2 or 4 berths boat, that's ready to go. I am looking for a start date in February for 3 to 6 months, flexible with availability. Location starting near Liverpool. My budget is max 900.

thuy.ho270574@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

15th August 2024

I'm a single dad teacher looking to try out life on the water and looking to rent for a year before I buy now thar my son has flown the nest. Ideally looking static mooring first in the south west London, Thames area.


desmond.k.hughes@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

11th August 2024

Hi my name is Richard.

I have two well behaved neutered cats I am looking for a first time boat to live on must have parking and I only need one bedroom I would really want to be based in Surrey or Sussex river canal or by the sea is OK as long as its on a mooring already Thank you Richard

richiebowers18@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

9th August 2024


Hello, I am looking for a static boat to rent long term possibly around the Buckinghamshire area. I am a conscientious and responsible renter looking to gain experience of living on a boat with a view to possibly buying my own one day. I am a non smoker with no pets and I work in education. I will be returning to the UK after living in Paris for 5 years.


indigoandmo@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

1st August 2024

I'm interested in renting a boat to travel the UK canal network, for up to 12 months. I've lived all over the UK during my 45 year life, living in every county except Cornwall and the North East. I've walked along the canal paths & old railway network, and always been enchanted by the idea of exploring further than I can walk on foot. I travel alone, and I have no pets. I am very clean & tidy, and respectful of other peoples things. I have previously owned many holiday rentals & rental accommodation myself, and I understand how some people just don't care about other peoples belongings. If I sound like the perfect person, please message me on my email, with the total cost, boat location, any additional costs, and some pictures of the boat, bedroom, toilet, living space, that would be perfect. Thank you in advance.

waysteph@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

9th July 2024


We are a young couple of 58 and 63 years old. Currently selling our smallholding in the mountains of Snowdonia which we bought on a whim 8 years ago and have loved every second living a very rural and different life . We have been looking to buy a widebeam to spend a couple of years where we can ponder our next adventure. We have a small narrowboat that hubby re-built but it’s way too small to live on. Given the investment and the selling time for widebeams, we’re considering perhaps renting one for a year, perhaps two, instead. Will consider anything from an uber modern static glass box on the water to a cruising widebeam but not a narrowboat I’m afraid but will consider any location. Fingers crossed there’s something out there for us.

susieboyes@btinternet.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

12th July 2024


Hi we are looking for a boat to rent we really don’t mind if it’s a static or a cruiser as we really just want to be on the water.If it is a static we are looking for something in or just near the Manchester, Ashton under Lyne area. 

I work full time and my partner works part time from home which she can do anywhere.

We really really want to be on the water as we both love everything about being near nature and piece and quite.We can afford to go to £750 but that would be the most we could afford.

Please please get in touch if you have anything thank you.

whittleseapeter@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

30th June 2024


I am looking for a boat to rent any where I just need some thing cheap and cheerful to rent for long term please. 
I don't mind where I live.

maggienash19@yahoo.co.uk


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

30th June 2024

Hi, I am currently staying with a friend on the River Thames in a wide beam, and after nearly 2 years I’d love to continue this life! I want to be on the River Thames and if possible be able to cruise but I’m not against being static, I've had 2 years cruising experience as crew. 

joannebrewer1932@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

12th June 2024


Hi we are a couple with no children but are looking for a boat that will allow pets. Ideally a minimum of 58ft 

I work in Holbeach so around this area would be preferred however I can drive so anywhere 20 miles max would be great

My partner used to have a boat but due to covid and us deciding to live together sadly had to sell it. 

We're keen to be able to use the top for planting veg and have some solar panels to help costs however if the plant growing is a no no then fair enough we'd rather that not affect options 

My partner does not work so no animals (dog) would be left on their own.

Our budget is flexible but we cannot go higher than £800.

Email contact please as I work nights on a 5 on 5 off rota We are clean, we both love to cook and explore (dog too) and i would love a boat with a type of bath however again this isn't a deal breakerThanks and hope to hear from you.

littlehands@hotmail.co.uk


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

27th May 2024

Looking for 2-3 month rental starting in mid September. Looking to slow cruise travel over the UK canal system.

cjrost@msn.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

13th May 2024


Older person plus older dog , tired of trying to fit in with conventional life. Creative, quiet, just want to live out the rest of our life in a style I've always dreamt of but never achieved. Family is either side of Bristol so probably around the Bath canals would be good. Very little money but great with a paintbrush or needle and thread. Email details please. Exiting to have finally made the first steps to a new life.

sarajohn@btinternet.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

13th May 2024


I’m looking for a long term rental of a static narrow boat or houseboat on the Surrey stretch of the River Thames or Wey navigation. Single occupancy, non smoker, no pets, male, professional. Feel free to call, text or WhatsApp me on 07970555079. Thanks in advance, Paul.

paulshearer77@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

13th May 2024


I'm interested in renting a static canal boat to live in for a while. I love the canals and it's a dream to live on one of them. I'm a working professional and not looking to break the bank, something simple and livable would do me!

esme.e.knight@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

22nd April 2024


Hi, my name's Martha and I'm on the lookout for a long-term rental with the idea of buying a boat in the future. I'm a folk musician and looking to find a space to write, which has been difficult living and studying in the city for the past few years.

I am currently based in Glasgow but open to moving around.

marthagracew@hotmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

22nd April 2024


My name is Riccardo, I am 30 years old marine engineer, based in London for more than 5 years now. I have lived for 1 year on a wide beam canal boat of a friend of mine. My partner and I are now looking for a wide beam canal boat to rent for a long period

Would appreciate if you can reach out if interested.

riccardosercia22@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

4th April 2024


My name is Mark I live in Manchester my phone number is 07405371190 

I'm a plasterer/renderer I travelall over over England looking for work

 I'm 40 I'm single and have no pets,i like to do some fishing,walking, biking and sightseeing with my time off.

I don't drive I have a bike with a trailer and I use that.

I would love to live on a boat as I was in sea cadets and loved my times on boats.

Any question you need or I need will ask when in touch thanks for your time

mark.benson2912@gmail.com


I am Looking for a boat to rent:-

1st April 2024


I am a 50 year old retired serviceman with ptsd looking for a long term liveaboard rental, max 55ft for myself and my cat, to assist with my mental health recovery. Not static as would like to be continuously cruising. 

I am in receipt of universal credit/housing allowance and rental would be assured with a guarantor. 


Tel : 07375777327 Currently located in St Albans area

danny.wilkins@live.co.uk


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