[Across the Pennines by Barge]

I think it’s looking like a road trip! Many thanks for the excellent comments and advice

[Across the Pennines by Barge]

55ft

Branson Katherine design

David, I think K&A possible as the wheelhouse does collapse, but not best time of year for this

[Across the Pennines by Barge]

Alan, thanks for your thoughtful reply. She’s Cat C so in theory coastal capable, I’ve got Coastal Skipper sailing but very rusty so don’t trust myself to do it. I did think about hiring a skipper but agree it’s a long way and it’s not the best time of year to be planning a move. With the latest covid constraints I’m not going back to work in Bristol anytime soon so might check into a local marina and wait out. 

[Across the Pennines by Barge]

Go by sea!

Other option from goole but that looks like a month long trip!

[Across the Pennines by Barge]

Thanks for all the great thoughts. I’m trying to get her down to Bristol and avoid the cost of a road move. Not looking easy though!

[Across the Pennines by Barge]

Has anyone crossed from yorkshire to liverpool in a wide beam barge. I’m wondering if it’s possible with a 3ft draft and a 7ft 7 air draft. Width tad under 12ft. Welcome any route advice.

[Painting in Yorkshire for 56ft barge]

Howard, yes, good point. She’s 56ft x 12ft with wheel house. Needs engine and generator service also plus a few jobs inside. Thanks 

[Painting in Yorkshire for 56ft barge]

Has anyone advice for a hull and topsides repaint in Yorkshire. Boat in Wakefield but can obviously travel. Looking for early 2022. Any ideas on who’s best in region and likely costs would be appreciated. Many thanks