This very spacious wide beam canal barge is ready for her new owner. She has been fitted to a high spec and by professionals. She has 1 bedroom, a spacious lounge and kitchen, large shower room, and space on the front and back decks for chairs or a bbq. The hull has been epoxied as well as the inside which has also been insulated. She comes with an economical and reliable Yanmar Shire 16v 4 cyl engine with less than 20 hours, 2100 rpm (48.2hp). She has had 8 windows installed along with 4 hatches and 3 access doors, 1 at the bow entrance, 1 at the stern entrance and 1 on the starboard mid. H... read more

'Ranson' is a beautifully converted lighter barge that is full of character and history. She has been well cared for and loved by the owners for many years. She was built in around 1936 on the Thames and worked for many years as a lighter barge. When she retired she went to Little Venice where she was used as a delightful restaurant and bar for many years! She came to Dauntless Boatyard in 1996 where she started to be cleverly converted and comes with a full survey of the hull before conversion work commenced. The open layout of Ranson gives a real feel of space throughout. As you wa... read more