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If you already have a computer then why not get a 'stick' that lets you watch Freeview TV channels. Cost £24 on ebuyer. You would need an external aerial on a steel boat though. http://www.ebuyer.com/UK/product/108219

We are also thinking of either cc-ing or certainly extended cruising. We have bought a 'previously enjoyed' share in a shared ownership scheme. This gives us 4 weeks cruising each year for about £200 per week cruised. Capital outlay from £1600 upwards. The advantage is that you get all year round experience before committing yourself. You don't say if you are a houseowner, but I would be wary of stepping off the housing ladder. You would be very lucky if the value of your boat incresed by 10% pa.

Hello Everyone - my first post so here goes...... If you are really concerned about gas safety then you can buy propane detectors that can either be permanently installed or portable. They can often detect Carbon Monoxide (CO) as well. The bubble detectors have to be inspected in the gas locker, but the advantage of a permanent detector is that it is constantly monitoring gas levels. But hey, life's a risk