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Hi all, (Please let me know if there is a better place/forum to put this post - Thanks!) As the title suggests, I am looking for long term accommodation aboard a boat. I will consider any boats in livable conditions, though a narrowboat seems like the most likely candidate. The boat would ideally be within London zones 1 to 3 (I work as an Operations Manager and my workplace is situated by London Bridge), although I am open to suggestions so feel free to make any. I am looking for a room at the very least, though taking an entire boat would be ideal (I can put down a sizable deposit £1500 to £2000). I was a sea cadet when I was a boy so I have more knowledge about boating than your average Joe. I have advanced knowledge of engines and experience maintaining and troubleshooting/fixing them. I have experience piloting speedboats, and a few other motorized vessels. Moving the boat every 2 weeks is not an issue for me. Please see my spareroom ad for more information on me. (Don't worry about my budget on there, that's negotiable) http://spareroom.co.uk/3576569 If you know anyone who is looking to rent, you have somewhere to rent, or you have helpful advice - Please contact me. I'll try to keep an eye on this post for replies, but you can reach me via louis@diecastproductions (dot) com or 07449 816 761. Thanks in advance! Sorry for the long post...
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Hi all, My girlfriend and I did a massive fit-out of our 30ft narrowboat in Hemel Hempstead in August but never got around to finishing it, and now we're back in London, moored (temporarily) near Hoxton, and both working full time. We've still got quite a bit of work to do, and are looking for a professional, competent all-rounder to help us and finish the job while we're out. There is, to complete: * Gas piping work (installed, needs testing) <-- edit: forget, forget, forget about the bloody gas * Plumbing work (just bathroom using pex piping) * Partition installation (sawed up, needs screwing in) * Tiling (4sq meters in bathroom) * Gas boiler installation * Electrical work (wiring in 12v fridge and whale gulper) * Window sealing (one leaking window) and a bit more besides. We're willing to pay £150 per day (full day) for the right person on a rolling agreement. Reckon there's a solid three days work. Start ASAP. Very interested in recommendations. My email is ######@gmail.com / ###### (texts only please) Thanks! Dan
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Hi all, So it's coming up to winter and we've decided we want a mooring after cruising for a year and a half (And the CRT breathing down out necks). Does anyone know of any vacancies around Manchester? Anywhere close to Manchester, Ashton, Hyde, Marple, New Mills, Whaley Bridge, furthest away Macclesfield. Any information appreciated!
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For as long as I can remember I have wanted to live on a narrowboat and cruise the waterways of the UK. I can now realise that dream as I am no longer held down by work, relationship, pets or finances. Trouble is, where to start?! I have come to realise that I know nothing! I need to find someone who is looking for an adventure and has time on their hands to do it. That someone may already have a boat and need crew or company or may want to share the cost of a boat or just crew on a boat I buy. So many options! Probably the place to start is with finding who is willing to do a trip around most of the navigable waterways of the UK. I need someone who can pilot the boat as it is something I cannot do. I prefer the company of women but I am not looking for a romance here just a skipper! I am 61 and an interesting character I am told! Please get in touch if you think this could be you, all options are open.