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After 4 years of cruising most of the canal network 6 months of the year, then returning to my home mooring at Whilton Marina in October I am now looking for another single-handed cruiser who might like to join forces and make life easier for both of us in the 2024 cruising season. Two boats going through locks are a lot easier to handle than one, and the same for swing and lift bridges. If anyone thinks this might make their life easier, let's chat.

Hi Theo, I just saw your reply so sorry for the late reaction. I was actually getting ready to delete this Canalworld.net site from my desktop as the people on it are unbelievably immature. I think I am already outside of your location but if you want to send me a DM I will try to reply. Thanks again.

"UPDATED 20th June 2022" Retired Gay Guy with 45ft narrow boat seeks male companion to help on short and longer trips. Experience is not necessary, just a helping hand at the locks etc. You have your own sleeping quarters on board and there would be all facilities (Wi-Fi, shower, good food and no costs). Possibly nice for someone who would like to try Narrowboat life before taking the plunge themselves? Or just as a "No Cost" holiday in these financially tight times? You don't have to be gay but I would not be able to offer a place onboard for a lady (sorry girlz!). Any ages are welcome so if you are between jobs or semi retired everyone is welcome to enquire. I have my own bedroom at the very back of the boat and there is adequate space at the front for an extra person with a double sized bed. I placed this information for the first time back at the beginning of the Covid Pandemic and feel it is now time to update things. I have been cruising now for more than 3 years usually setting off from my home base at Whilton Marina near Northampton in April or May and returning for the winter in September or early October. I have travelled down to and through London, River Wey, Basingstoke canal, River Lee, Kennet and Avon Canal, Bristol Chanel, Gloucester, Worcester, Birmingham, Manchester, Chester, Llangollen, Ripon, York, Lincoln Derby, etc, etc. etc. It is possible to cruise single handed but help is always welcome at locks and things like lift and swing bridges. For some time I have been "tagging along" with a family on another boat who do the same and also use Whilton as their home base but I feel it is the time to break free and go along at my own pace. Contact me if you would like any more details then we can chat on WhatsApp or Skype: Neil

073.1165.8669 Hi Robin, Thanks for your message. I have been touring for the past 6 months and am booked in to moor up for the winter at Whilton Marina, near Daventry. I will stay there on my boat until the beginning of April next year. If you would like to contact me for a chat my WhatsApp is 073.1165.8669. Possibly I might hear from you? Neil.

Thanks Doratheexplorer for forwarding my hello again to a relevant location.

?️‍? Firstly, sorry for disappearing but I lost all my login information and I have also been busy on Twitter. My Twitter ID is @Neil_Huami so if anyone would like to say hello again it would be great to hear from you. I also plan on posting and chatting again on here very soon. At the moment I am still in Whilton Marina (Northamptonshire) but will be setting out again (hopefully!) on 1st April. I still have my offer open if anyone would like to join me on my travels (just get in touch). I hope that everyone is in good health and not going crazy from being so isolated?

Yes, definitely me! (moored next to my traveling companions "Slow-n-Easy"). I remember saying hello to the guyz from Foxes Afloat from my mooring about 80cm from the tow path as there was quite a substantial concrete ledge under the water. I love their video's, their humor and their their content is always very informative.

Hi everyone, Sorry I disappeared for a while but I have been out cruising. Since departing 29th May I have been to York, Torksey Lock, Lincoln, Ripon, Selby, Newark on Trent, Cowley, Shireoaks, Doncaster, Long Eaton, Nottingham, etc. etc. At the moment I am alone as my traveling companions have gone back home for a few weeks and won't be returning to their boat until the end of August, so I am moored up after moving the boat from the entrance to the Erewash canal to Sawley Marina. Only a few days ago I had 6 new batteries fitted by Malone Electrical who also installed new solar panels for my traveling companions. It certainly was the good answer to my "lack of storage space" and everything is now running 100%. The controller is also fitted with an equalizer to assure that all six batteries get an equal full charge every so often. Kindest regards to everyone who advised me. Have a lovely day, Neil

Thanks for the thumbs up .... I look forward to his reply as I am so close to his location.

On the Erewash now and have sent you a private message. Thanks for replying Neil

I'm thanking everyone for their contributions but I'm now even more confused than I was before I posted my question. The solution... , I have decided to get the professionals in (a marine electrician). I will keep everyone informed how things turn out ... Thanks Neil

Hi WotEver, I read your reply with interest and also discussed it with a friend who seems to know a lot more than me (I'm not the most technical person!). You gave me lots to think about and I am very pleased that you took the time to explain to me. Whatever the outcome, I have decided to buy 5 new batteries as I think this will certainly help, and as a friend explained to me if you have a lot of clothes then you should invest in some good storage. Thanks again for your very comprehensive explanation. Have a great day Neil

Hi Blackrose, An interesting thought. I have someone advising me at the moment and he also mentioned that if he switched it off for a short while it may reset it'self. Thanks for the suggestion Neil

Hi Brian .... From what you say "Your batteries have gone into float before they are charged" then should I get in touch with an electrician or the guy that installed the solar? Thanks for your comments Neil