A rare opportunity to acquire a Dutch Barge style canal boat, Delft, built by Simon Piper Boatbuilders.Perfect for navigating the broad canals of Britain or for a European adventure. A cosy, warm and traditional interior, spray foam insulated, centrally heated and with a Bubble diesel stove for year round use. Professionally fitted out by Piper Boats and well equipped for extended cruising or as a liveaboard. She has a forward master cabin, main bathroom with shower, open plan kitchen, diner and lounge area with a leather dinette that converts to a guest double bed which along with the ma... read more

40ft Narrowboat Built by David piper in 1995 Has had a new baseplate and overplated all the way round the sides the hull is like new and hasn’t seen the water since the new steel has been welded on 4 new anodes Was blacked 5/7/25 Inside and engine bay has been fully treated with metal primer Engine is a fully refurbished sabb twin cylinder with a new starter motor Top has just had a fresh paint job Ready to go will make a great project... read more

Description This 38ft Cruiser Stern narrowboat, built by Piper in 2007 and fitted out by Cauldon Boats, offers a compact yet practical liveaboard or leisure option. Powered by a reliable Vetus 28hp engine with 10,859 hours, it features a simple but functional layout with 2 berths, a fixed corner shower, and cassette toilet. The pine and oak interior includes a LEC 12V fridge, Thetford Spinflo hob, oven and grill, and laminate worktops. With a 300L steel water tank and engine-fed hot water system, it’s suited for off-grid cruising. LED lighting, a small solar panel, and galvanic isolator... read more

Built in 1986 by reputable boat builder David Piper, 'Ripples' is  well presented example of a steel cruiser. She features aspects of both river a cruiser and a narrowboat. She has a large open cockpit and a collapsible canopy and with a beam of 6'10'' she can easily navigate the entirety of the UK's inland waterways network. In the cabin you will find a fully equipped galley, a double berth and a wet room,  making Ripples suitable for lengthy trips or living aboard. Built in 1986 by reputable boat builder David Piper, 'Ripples' is  well presented example of a steel cr... read more

Horus is a charming 47’ traditional stern narrowboat built in 2006 by David Piper. She was blacked recently in April 2025, and repainted in May 2025. She is fitted out in oak faced ply with oak trim throughout, and vinyl floor tiles to the galley with carpet elsewhere. The large well deck (6’0”) can easily be used for al-fresco dining with a table and chairs if required, and can be protected from the elements with a cratch cover on board too. Steps lead down, through glazed forward doors, into the 9’6” saloon. Here is a comfortable sofa bed (storage under) whic... read more

Pied Piper has recently been totally refurbished and modernised internally. It now has a very light, airy, modern appearance. The work has included new led downlights and led wall lights throughout. There is a brand new cooker SUMMARY Pied Piper is in Bradford on Avon Marina on what is arguably the most desirable berth in the marina. It has a very large private area alongside with ample room for tables, chairs, BBQ, etc. There are several storage sheds and the possibility of adding more. There is also parking about 20 metres from the boat, unlike many of the other berths. It could also be ... read more

40′ Cruiser Stern Narrowboat Built by David Piper in 1979 BMC 1.5 Diesel Engine Borg Warner Gearbox Victron Inverter / Charger Fixed Double bed Pumpout Toilet Solid Fuel Stove Calorifier Survey 2021 Blacked 2023 Water Tank Painted 2021 BSC to Jan 2027 Otter is a 40′, all-steel, cruiser stern narrowboat built in 1979 by David Piper. Propulsion is provided by a BMC 1.5 Diesel inboard engine with Borg Warner gearbox. Just by looking at this boat you can tell she has been lovingly maintained and loved, providing a cosy, homely feel inside. Stepping into the cabin fr... read more