A Buoyant Market.  2021 was a challenging year for all, but it was still very successful for the sale of narrowboats.We were selling right up until Christmas and this has....

It's coming up to that time of year again. Yes, the season is nearly over, the early nights are fast approaching which means it is time to start thinking about preparing your boat ....

Living aboard a narrow boatWe are frequently asked by people who are new to boating, what the yearly costs to living aboard would be? This depends on a few factors including your b....

Why moor at Venetian Marina?Restrictions are finally easing from this week which is brilliant news. More people are moving around on the canals and looking for a change in scenery ....

A YEAR OF CHANGE AT VENETIAN MARINAWhat an unusual 12 months we have all been through!!!We are now firmly into Spring, the weather is improving, the blossom is budding, the birds a....

Christmas At Venetian Marina Who saw 2020 panning out like it did, certainly not us!!! It has been a very strange year for everyone, with some ups and a lot of downs, but it i....

Choosing The Boat That's Right For You, Part 2 - The InteriorIn part one we discussed the different types of narrowboat exteriors. In this blog we are going to look at some of the ....

Getting Your Boat Ready For WinterWinter is slowly creeping up on us, and whilst the cold weather has yet to really show it's face, it won't be long before the temperature really s....

Costs of BoatingMany of our customers here at Venetian are first time buyers. The primary concern for anyone in this situation is, more often than not, the necessary expenditures t....

Choosing The Boat That's Right For YouPart 1 - The Exterior Buying your dream boat is a big step, and a big investment. Whether you're buying for leisure, pleasure, living or ....

The Benefits Of Mooring In A MarinaMooring in an marina isn't for everyone. Many boaters prefer to continuously cruise the canal, without staying in any one place for too long. And....

The Upcoming Year at Venetian MarinaAfter a much needed Christmas break for all, normal service has resumed here at Venetian Marina. 2020 has arrived, and we thought now would be t....

Christmas at Venetian MarinaChristmas has come to Venetian! We wanted to take the opportunity to discuss all the comings and goings here at the marina, during the festive period.Sa....

Stoppages on the canal systemOne of the most attractive facets of life on the canals is the freedom that comes with it. Not many have the advantage of being able to take off on an ....

Getting your boat ready for winterIt's that time of year again when nights are getting longer, mornings are getting colder, and it will soon be time to start thinking about prepari....

The process of selling your narrowboatWe at Venetian Marina have recently been fortunate enough to feature on the acclaimed, highly informative Youtube channel, The Narrowboat Expe....

The buying process / The Narrowboat ExperienceVenetian Marina has recently had the distinct pleasure of selling narrowboat 'Ewart' on behalf of Annamarie & Kath of The Narrowbo....

 Why moor at Venetian Marina.If you're looking for somewhere to moor your narrow boat around the north-west of England, look no further, stop and take a look at Venetian Marin....

The inside workings of Narrowboat Glass  Nestled right next door to the Venetian main Sales Office is the working glass studio of Narrowboat Glass. They design and make b....

Narrowboat Snowgoose purchasers’ storyThe story below was received fromDavid Bramley who purchased Narrowboat Maybee Tomorrow in April 2019. Sincethen David has renamed his b....

Narrowboat Splinter moorers story The story and feedback below is from Mr & Mrs Lee who purchased their first narrowboat from Venetian Marina in 2002 and they have moored ....

Friday Fact (top tips)In addition to our regular monthly blog, we shall be posting  a new short blog entitled 'Friday Fact'.These posts will be 'short and sweet' factoids....

Getting your boat ready for a great cruising seasonWow its the 1st of March and now (hopefully), the worst of the cold weather is be behind us, we  begin to look forward ....

Friday Fact 3In addition to our regular monthly blog, we shall be posting  a new short blog entitled 'Friday Fact'.These posts will be 'short and sweet' factoids or, top ....

Friday FactsIn addition to our regular monthly blog, we shall be posting  a new short blog entitled 'Friday Fact'.These posts will be 'short and sweet' factoids or, top t....

Friday FactsIn addition to our regular monthly blog, we shall be posting  a new short blog entitled 'Friday Fact'.These posts will be 'short and sweet' factoids or, top tips t....

What to consider when buying a Narrowboat.If you are looking forward to 2019 boating season to realise your dream and purchase a Narrowboat, you will find this a must read!!Not eve....

Cost to consider when buying a Narrowboat1. FIND A BOAT Whether you want a basic £20,000 narrowboat to do up or a £1 million luxury palace on water, speak to a spe....

 It is all about POWER  (well, battery power)Aside from enabling you to maintain your batteries in a way which will prolong its life and keep your costs down, being able ....

What should I focus on when selecting a NarrowboatWhen looking to start the buying process being armed with the right advice and information will make the process of buying a ....

 Different types of Stern GearThe stern gear is located in the rear of the hull below the water line. The propeller shaft links the propeller via the stern gear and bearings,&....

LPG Bubble Tester.Gas can be the most dangerous substance likely to be on a boat, you'd may be shocked how far down the list most people place the safety of their gas system.Many v....

Crick Boat Show 2018With more than 50 narrowboats, wide-beams, heritage vessels and budget craft on display, there are more boats at Crick this year than ever before. Find out....

Types of insulation found in narrowboats Spray FoamSpray on polyurethane foam is an ideal way to insulate narrow boats. The foam is sprayed directly onto the inside of the hul....

 Getting ready for the season's cruisingWith over 3,000 miles of canals and navigable rivers to explore in Britain alone (and over 28,000 miles of navigable in Europe), c....

Cruising on the River Weaver.Last summer my wife and I cruised on the River Weaver. We had a wonderful time and can't wait for the summer to arrive so we can do it all again. The e....

Winterisation of Marine ToiletsProper winterisation of marine toilets is extremely important and is essential to save mess, money and masses of work which may be caused by the dama....

Happy New Year!Don't let another 12 months go sailing by. This year could be the time to realise your dream of buying a narrowboat, or selling/ upgrading your narrowboat!Here at Ve....

Inverters  - Pure Sign Wave Vs QuasiA power inverter, or inverter, is an electronic device or circuitry that changes direct current (DC) to alternating current (AC).The i....

 They come in four basic formulations.Chemical treatments are the most popular because they provide the best odor control. Some include chemicals that kill bacteria, but the b....

Narrow boat Solar powerSolar photovoltaic (PV) systems are one of the many types of renewable energy available to us. We can use the sun's energy to operate solar panels to drive g....

Ready for summer cruising.Boating Equipment Checked items to include: 1KG hammer, mooring pins and ropes (with spares). Also, consider purchasing  a couple of  light....

Should I turn my narrowboat into a WIFI "Hot Spot" Wi-Fi hotspots are usually available in marinas, bars, cafes or even a neighbouring boat, however the low power of devi....

Bacterial Contamination Diesel Bug as it is more commonly known is becoming a much more common problem particularly in BULK storage tanks, marine craft and agricultural equipment.&....

Top tips for using a wood-burning stove this winter.Don’t burn water This is the most fundamental thing to get right when you’re burning wood. It might be surprising, b....

Insuring your boat.In reality the only obligation you have to canal boat insurance is the conditional requirement by the Canal & River Trust to insure powered boats to cover th....

Do I need a galvanic isolator?  1. Whenever you connect to shore power mains supplies. An isolator offers reduced corrosion & extended life of anodes. 2.  Leave your ....

So what's so great about Living On A Narrow Boat?  New FriendshipsBelonging to a new community enables you to make new friendships and the boating community is made up of a st....

1. What is it really like living on a narrow boat?Living on a narrow boat can be a fantastic way of life, if you enjoy the outdoors and being close to nature then this style of liv....

Read this article to see what you could be escaping from....Here's just a few things we think you won't miss if you decide to live on a narrow boat.  There are lots of benefit....

A Typical Winter Sunday Spent AboardOur Narrowboat. We like tospend most of our weekends on our narrow boat and Sundays couldn't be any moredifferent to Saturdays if they trie....

 Recruitment at Venetian MarinaJobs and careers at Venetian Marina in Cheshire19th January 2017Job vacancy: Marine Engineer Full time position, Monday - Friday with overtime a....

Venetian to Market Drayton (via Barbridge junction, through Nantwich to Audlem)The Shropshire Union canal opened in 1835 and offers 66 miles of canal cruising from the River Mersey....

IntroductionThis article is intended to give some understanding in the supply of fuel to private pleasure craft users. OverviewThe EU Energy Products Directive provides that f....

Dear All, as thebusiest part of the boating season draws to an end and we all sit back andreflect on our journeys and experiences, could we or others have made cruisinga more enjoy....

Did you know that manyboating people will adopt the minimalist life style when they buy a narrow boat? This is mainly due tothe fact that living on board means there is an obvious ....

Let's talk dirtyThis article is about refuse and recycling on the canals via the CRT sanitary stations and refuse compounds with particular attention to the Llangollen, and Sh....

As a narrow boat broker Venetian Marina always get asked about the maximum sized boat that someone can have in order to do the whole of the Inland Waterways in England and Wales.&n....

Competition Time!In thecompetition to decide which mode of transport is the best we have comparedcruising the canal network to driving a car on our busy roads. It’s quite cle....

Howto Detox your Narrow BoatJanuary is the time of year that many of us decide to do adetox after the Christmas period when we have overindulged. But why stop there,why not conside....

Let us help to take some of the stress out of your Christmasshopping this year. If you are looking for the perfect stocking fillers foryour boating friends or family, then check ou....

Looking For Somewhere To Moor Your Canal Boat?Look nofurther! Venetian marina currently has moorings available and can accommodate your narrowboat up to 60ft.We are located&nb....

There are many non-native invasive plants that have madetheir way into the UK's inland waterways system over the years. Includingseemingly harmless weeds released by the general pu....

According to’ The Residential Boat Owners Association’ there are around 20,000people in the UK enjoying living on narrow boats, so at least 20,000 people inthe UK belie....

The Ultimate Boating Bucket List!Just for a bit of fun we have put together a bucket list ofthings you should do before you die relating to boating.  Here are our suggestions:....

Find out the secret of getting the best price for your boat. If the time has come for you to sell your narrow boat, thenyou will want to get the best price you can.You may be ....

We want to find out what our readers and customers consider to be the mostboring, beautiful and best canals to navigate in the UK. So therefore we needyour help, let us know your t....

Have youever considered a holiday on a narrow boat or even owning one? Do you want to know what draws so many people to narrow boating, then let’s take a lookat why this....

If you own anarrowboat, you will know that at times you can feel you don’t have a lot ofprivacy when moored along the towpath. Nosey or shall we say intrigued peoplewalk by a....

How Are You Going To Spend That Extra Hour? The clock is ticking and we are all going to get an extrahour this weekend when the clocks go back one hour at 2am on Sunday. If yo....

Ice Wharf Marina on Regent’s Canal in London is the most expensivemooring on the UK’s waterways with rates of almost £10,000 per metre.Have a read about the other....

Not long now to the boat rally which will be held at Whitchurch on the Arm of Llangollen Canal, which is organised by The Whitchurch Waterway Trust. Colourful and decorated narrowb....

If you are just getting into boating, then having a goodidea of the best websites that will be beneficial to you when you are thinkingabout buying a narrowboat will make the proces....

The Roving Canal Traders Association in conjunction withCanal and River Trust and Ellesmere Council will be having its final FloatingMarket for 2014 on the 12 – 14th Septembe....

Don’t Panic!  Slips, trips and falls are the most common accidents that can incur whether at work, home or whilst boating. These types of accidents can be extremely seri....

Buying A Narrow BoatIf you are thinking about buying a narrowboat you might be wondering where to start. It can be quite a minefield if you have never had any experience of boating....

We're on the look out for narrowboats!We are always on the lookout for narrow boats to sell due to the high demand we have from potential purchasers. Our database has over 3500 peo....

What Floats Your Boat?If you are reading our blog then you will have an interest in boating in general and the alternative life style living or being on the water can offer.  ....

Want to exchange your narrowboat, why wait. Do It Now!Sometimes it’s good to wait and take all the time in the world, but then there are times when a quick deal is just the t....

Trouble Sleeping? Read on.....It doesn’t matter where you live; in a house, flat, cottage or on a narrow boat, if you have trouble sleeping it’s just no fun.Lying awake....

Let’s Look At The RealityWith more and more people looking for a different lifestyle and opting to live aboard we thought we would take a look at the ins and outs of living a....

If you love the canal and cheese this article is just for you!As the Borders Cheese Carrying Company will be in our area over the next few days we thought we would let you know the....

Many people ask us “How will the postman know where I am!” So we thought we would put an article together on how you can receive your post whilst living afloat.Most of ....

Read this article to see what you could be escaping from....Here's just a few things we think you won't miss if you decide to live on a narrow boat.  There are lots of benefit....

I read recently on a forum that it was quite impossible to have a garden on a narrow boat and it was a stupid idea.  Well, I couldn’t disagree more with that statement, ....

A quick 5 step guide on how to sell your narrow boat.1.Use a good brokerage company.Using a professional, established and recommended brokerage company will definitely speed up the....

  Dress In GreenStart the day by dressing in green, tradition says that if you don’t wear green on the 17th March you will get pinched! Don’t get caught out make s....

Narrow Boat Interior Design IdeasNot all narrow boats look the same there are different styles like traditional, semi traditional, cruisers and wide beams for a start. A lot of att....

Let's Get StartedWith the road gritters already maintaining the British roads ways it’s a sign that winter is on its way and it is time to prepare your narrow boat for the wi....

We're pleased to announce that Venetian Marina has hit their 100th Narrowboat sale target, having sold 100 narrowboats in just under 19 months.  This is a great achievement as....

The Uk Canal Trust is going to be using the Google Trekker back pack to record parts of the British waterways for Street view.The Trekker is a 4 foot tall backpack weighing 40lbs, ....

Venetian marina buying and selling narrow boats in CheshireBuying a narrow boat from Venetian marina is definitely worth considering. We have a wide range of narrow boats in the ma....

1.What is it really like living on a narrow boat?Living on a narrow boat can be a fantastic way of life, if you enjoy the outdoors and being close to nature then this style of livi....

Which type of toilet you install on your narrow boat is down to your own personal preference, but to help you decide which loo is right for you we are going to discuss the 3 option....

Buying and selling it’s what we do best.With years of knowledge behind us and with an experienced team buying and selling narrow boats is what we do best at our marina based ....

Something to consider when you've purchased your ideal canal boat!Water PollutionAs the canal is not a fresh water source, there will be a degree of water pollution on th....

Buying a narrow boat gives you the freedom to cruise the canal network at your own pace and enjoy the UK countryside. When you have purchased a narrow boat you will meet like minde....

Looking for a new or used canal boat come and see Venetian marinaVenetian marina has a wide range of canal boats for sale at our purpose built marina in Nantwich Cheshire. The type....

Fantastic moorings for canal boats with great cruising; on the Middlewich Branch of the Shropshire Union Canal.At Venetian marina we have over 150 canal boat mooring spaces at our ....

We offer an excellent part exchange service at Venetian marina.If you already own a narrow boat you are in a position to consider part exchange. You don’t need to wait to sel....

House boats are an alternative housing option for UK home owners.Life on the canal system is very different now and many people are opting for life on the canal, living on a houseb....

Looking for a new Livaboard?We have a large variety of house boats for sale at our modern purpose built marina in Nantwich Cheshire. After the success of the Crick boat show last y....

Definition of a Houseboat: A boat that people use as their home which will be moored on either a river or a canal. A house boat is a floating dwelling which can be moored or used t....

Buying and Selling canal boats from our purpose built marina in CheshireHere at Venetian marina we are able to offer our customers two services. Buying and selling a canal boat. Ou....

This is a quick security guide for narrow boat ownersBy having good security in place means you can protect your canal boat from criminals. Just like owning a car or house you need....

Large stock of quality canal boats with mooringsLooking to buy a canal boat? Well we have a large selection of canal boats to choose from including Traditional, Semi Trads, and Cru....

We were discussing this the other day at our marina in Cheshire and wondered which was the most popular term used to describe this type of boat. There’s no right or wrong her....

That’s great news! Before visiting Venetian Marina do your home workBefore coming to visit us here in Cheshire you’re likely to have made that all important decision as....

New and Used Narrow boat adviceVenetian marina is proud to announce that at our open day on the 14th April 2013 we have industry experts on hand to answer your narrow boat question....

Things for families to consider who want to live on a narrowboat with small childrenHere are some things to consider if you are thinking of moving your family from a house to a nar....

Can pets live happily aboard a narrowboat?I was promoted to write this article as I was asked today whether living on a narrow boat was viable if you had a pet. The answer is yes i....

About cruiser style narrow boatsIn our previous articles we discussed the trad and semi narrow boats so now we are going to look at the 3rd type of stern which is The Cruiser stern....

About semi traditional narrow boats also known as semi trad narrow boatsThe Semi-Traditional Narrow boat is commonly referred to as 'Semi-trad' and is a modern version of the tradi....

About traditional narrow boats also known as trad narrow boatsThe traditional or the trad stern narrow boat is ideal for live aboard purposes, typified by short back deck of 2 -3 f....

Are you looking to buy a liveaboard narrow boat? If you are considering a life style change and ready to set off on a new venture aboard a narrow boat then we can help you buy your....

Living aboard a narrow boatWe have plenty of narrow boats for sale at the marina on the Middlewich Branch of the Shropshire Union Canal and we are frequently asked by people who ar....

Livaboard a narrow boatIn our last article we covered residential moorings and cruising licences as well as what type of boat you should buy for living aboard. In this article we l....

Livaboard a narrow boatSo you are considering purchasing a narrow boat for the purpose of making this your main home. In this article we will detail the things you should consider ....

At Venetian marina we like to offer our customers a little bit extra. We care that once you have made your purchase of your new narrow boat that you are confident and happy with ev....

Trust Venetian to sell your narrow boatWe provide high-quality brokerage services, which includes free canal boat valuations for owners anywhere on the canal system and free moorin....

Trust Venetian marina to find your ideal narrowboat Helping people find the perfect narrow boat is our business and we have been matching narrow boats and owners successfully for o....