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 ....

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....

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....

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....

Narrowboat bow thrustersA fully laden narrow boat is not the easiest of craft to manoeuvre, especially if it is windy or,your vessel is a widebeam. A bow thruster is....

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....

 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,&....

 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....

A short guide to anchors on NarrowboatsNever go on a river or commercial waterway without a sufficiently heavy anchor attached and ready for immediate use. A strong anchor chain or....

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....

Keeping your clothes and linen clean whilst living aboard isa necessity, unless of course you want to be the next Stig of the dump! So howdo live aboards cope? There are a few....

Life Aboard Made Easy!If you are in the process of moving onto your narrow boat full time, or considering a full time life on the waterways, we can show you ways to make your move ....

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....

Prepare Your Narrowboat Ready For The Boating Season AheadSpring is most definitely here now, and if you own a narrowboat you'll be thinking about starting to make preparations for....

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 ....

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....

How To Have A SuccessfulTrip – It’s All In The Planning!We have collated a list of the essential items that youshould have on your narrow boat when you go cruising. So ....

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....

A Few Basic Tips To Follow ToStay Safe When You Are On The Canal NetworkKeeping safeon your narrow boat and on the canal network is very easy, basically just useyour common sense a....

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....

Purchasing a narrowboat is a large investment and depending on your circumstances and budgetfinancing this purchase can be under taken in a variety of different ways. In thisarticl....

Buying a narrow boat for most of us is not something thatcan be achieved overnight, as there are a few aspects that need to be consideredand arranged before a purchase can be made.....

We have set ourselves a challenge to debunk some of the narrowboat myths we've heard about. So here we go....Myth #1 - It's alwayscold and damp FACT - No one wants to livein a....

Have youever wondered just what the attraction of living on a narrowboat holds and whatsort of people choose such a lifestyle?Well we arelucky enough to meet and help boaters every....

Whichcomes first; the moorings or the narrowboat?Our advice is to get the moorings sorted before youpurchase a narrowboat! It is not uncommon for marinas to have a waiting list for....

How to look after the water on your boatWhen you own a narrow boat you need to maintain your water supply. This requires you to replenish your system regularly. Unlike in a bricksa....

Freshly feather your nest and add long-lasting personalityand style. If you haverecently bought a narrowboat or already own one you may be thinking aboutgiving your vessel a makeov....

Happy New Year from the team at Venetian Marina.I am regularly asked especially by customers who are new to narrow boating and looking to purchase their first boat "why LED Li....

If you own anarrow boat or you are going to hire one for a holiday, then you may be planning on cruising the canal system. It’s wise to know about the restrictions you may co....

Being organised and planning ahead will go a long way tohelp you experience the perfect canal cruise. Whether you are contemplatingcruising on your own or with a crew you will want....

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....

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 ....

The Truth About Boating...This is asimple and helpful guide to the pros and cons of living on a narrowboat. Depending on your individual situation i.e. if you use residential ....

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....

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....