boat builder

[wimalim]

hello,

 

We are looking to buy a new NB hull once our boat is sold. Now after having had a look around we've noticed that most boatbuilders are pretty far away from us. Are there any boatbuilders within 60miles of Leighton Buzzard?

 

cheers, Wim

[Batavia]

hello,

 

We are looking to buy a new NB hull once our boat is sold. Now after having had a look around we've noticed that most boatbuilders are pretty far away from us. Are there any boatbuilders within 60miles of Leighton Buzzard?

 

cheers, Wim

 

Roger Farrington in Braunston.

 

Chris G

[David Schweizer]

Roger Farrington in Braunston.

 

Chris G

Agreed, and one of the best you will find.

 

Roger trades under the name Ivy Bridge Marine, contact Maureen Farrington on 01327 704847 (evenings) for more information. Do not be put off by Roger's gruff, almost indifferent approach, once he realises you are serious about building a shell he will open up. One other word of warning, he is only happy building traditional shells, so if you want a cruiser stern he may not be too keen.

[nicknorman]

Does Roger do fitouts or just shells? Anyway, for a more "mainstream" builder you might consider Colecraft at Long Itchington, 48 miles from LB. They have been trading for a very long time and make competant, if slightly dull, boats. Also Brinklow Boat Services in Rugby, similar distance. Good reputation and nice boats.

 

I think it may depend on when you want your boat. Colecraft are likely to be able to put one out sooner than the other two because they are more of a production line operation, whereas the others tend to build 1 boat at a time I think.

[Batavia]

Does Roger do fitouts or just shells? Anyway, for a more "mainstream" builder you might consider Colecraft at Long Itchington, 48 miles from LB. They have been trading for a very long time and make competant, if slightly dull, boats. Also Brinklow Boat Services in Rugby, similar distance. Good reputation and nice boats.

 

I think it may depend on when you want your boat. Colecraft are likely to be able to put one out sooner than the other two because they are more of a production line operation, whereas the others tend to build 1 boat at a time I think.

 

Roger only builds shells, but Wharf House next door does fit-outs. To elaborate on David's comments, he also builds slightly unusual boats if asked - such as Wendy Jane 2 and Batavia.

 

Chris G

[BargeeSpud]

Roger only builds shells, but Wharf House next door does fit-outs. To elaborate on David's comments, he also builds slightly unusual boats if asked - such as Wendy Jane 2 and Batavia.

 

Chris G

What about trad narrow boat style widebeams, say 65' x 11' ?

Edited February 8, 2013 by Spuds

[David Schweizer]

What about trad narrow boat style widebeams, say 65' x 11' ?

I am pretty certain he would build one, he has certainly re-bottomed and re-footed several old widebeams.

[BargeeSpud]

I am pretty certain he would build one, he has certainly re-bottomed and re-footed several old widebeams.

Cheers David, might make an approach.

[wimalim]

Thanks for the fast replies, I will get in contact with them asap. We're planning on buying a trad boat so roger will probably be the way forward.

 

Cheers, Wim

[Martin Kedian]

A late suggestion for you to consider they make a good shell Probuild Narrow Bosts based at Stockton Nr Daventry

Tel number 07841406921 ask for Jason all the best

[sharpness]

Whats the one on the road between Southam & Daventry, name escapes me, begins with an M?????

 

Steve

[djheaton321]

Whats the one on the road between Southam & Daventry, name escapes me, begins with an M?????

 

Steve

 

Milburn Boats. They don't build shells though, they are a fitter.

 

www.milburnboats.co.uk

[Swampfrog]

Milburn Boats are fitters but use Tyler Wilson shells.......Ours was built built by Tyler Wilson and fitted out by Milburns.......we could not wish for a better home, check out this months Canal Boat magazine as they have done a feature on us.

[KJT]

Kingsground narrowboats also make fine craft. I think they are within your specified radius.

[Athy]

Milburn Boats are fitters but use Tyler Wilson shells.......Ours was built built by Tyler Wilson and fitted out by Milburns.......we could not wish for a better home, check out this months Canal Boat magazine as they have done a feature on us.

Yes, I was pleasantly surprised to see the feature - media stars now, cher!