Paddles is a 37ft long standard layout, cruiser stern, narrowboat built by David Piper and fitted out by Venetian Marine in 2000. She is fitted with an Yanmar inboard diesel engine and has 4 berths. Paddles is a charming boat that is full of character. At 37 foot long Paddles will make a great leisure boat, but could be used as a live-aboard for a single person or couple as which is what her current owners utilised her for. With large windows and good headroom Paddles is a pleasure to spend time aboard. Her large cruiser stern is a great space for alfresco dining or a cheeky glass at the en... read more

Meet Worthy Empress She is a 56 foot by 6.10 foot beam narrowboat. With a semi traditional stern and a traditional internal layout. Built by Piper Boats and fitted out by Shire Cruisers. She was initially built for a hire fleet and serviced and maintained regularly. She boast a 7 berth fitout and is ideal for a family or for taking guests out to enjoy Britain's beautiful inland waterways. Worthy Empress moored at Caen Hill Waterside and Marina where a residential or leisure mooring are available. HULL/STRUCTURE - Steel Hull 10/6/5 - Head height 2100cm at centre line approx. ... read more

Having been in the care of the current owner since 2019, Tipsy Toad has had loads of loving attention paid to her in recent years and you only need to step inside to really appreciate the beautifully appointed wood-lined interior. All that's needed now is a renewal of the exterior paintwork and she'll be a real stunner. Structurally, the base plate was overplated in 2018 in minimum 6mm steel. The boat was freshly blacked and fitted with 4 new anodes in August 2024, and a new Boat Safety Certificate was issued in January 2026 with no outstanding advice checks. Stepping through t... read more

Presenting a fantastic example of a Piper 45 stern cruiser, this 2012-built vessel has recently undergone a comprehensive, sensitive refit, making it a perfect liveaboard or comfortable cruiser Mechanical & Hull Excellence The hull is in excellent structural condition, featuring a 10mm base plate, 6mm topsides, and 5mm superstructure It is powered by a reliable Beta Marine B38 diesel engine with low hours, coupled with a Newage PRM gearbox—all in good serviceable order Modernized Interior & Systems The interior has been tastefully renovated to a high standard, maximiz... read more

Lying at Tattenhall marina, nestling in an idyllic setting in the heart of the Cheshire countryside on the Shropshire Union canal. Ikle Brazel comes with the option of a guaranteed mooring. Length/ Boat Style: 58’ Cruiser Stern Year: 2013 Number of bathrooms:1 Berths: 4 About this Boat: Welcome to Ikle Brazel, with a very strong pedigree “Piper Shell” and stunning fit out by “Brazel Narrowboats” matched to a Beta Marine engine this boat has a lot going for it. However, due to very limited use by present owners over the last year or so she is looking a li... read more

Hydeaway is a 2008 cruiser stern narrowboat built by Simon Piper offering a well-planned and comfortable liveaboard layout. From the stern, the accommodation begins with a practical utility area complete with washing machine and a separate toilet compartment, followed by the bedroom with a cross bed and large wardrobe. The shower room includes a shower cubicle, pump-out wc and washbasin. Midships, the galley is fitted with LPG cooking facilities, a 12V Shoreline fridge, 12V compact freezer, microwave and durable Corian worktops, with the added benefit of twin side hatches and st... read more

Length/ Boat Style: 57ft Reverse Layout – Cruiser stern Narrowboat Year: 2008 Number of bathrooms: 1 Berths: 2 About this Boat: A well?presented 57ft reverse?layout cruiser stern narrowboat, offering fantastic potential for anyone looking to make their mark. Built by the highly regarded Piper Boat Builders, she’s powered by a reliable Beta Marine 37.5hp engine and supported by a Victron inverter and five?battery setup. Inside, you’ll find a brand?new kitchen and a walk?through bathroom, creating a solid foundation for further personalisation. Galley Descrip... read more

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 from the stern on the starboard side, an off-corridor bathroom is first. This is a wet room type with shower, handbasin and pumpout toilet. Next is the bedroom with fixed double bed with storage drawers underneath. Further storage is provided by additional cupboards overh... read more

Josephine is a replica ‘Dutch’ style barge built by Piper Boats of Stoke on Trent and launched in May of 2009. She has had only one owner from new and was designed as a live-aboard vessel with particular attention being paid to storage, heating, insulation and year round comfort. Minor external changes were made to the original design in order for the owner to manage her single-handed. She has cruised the Thames (6 years), The Medway, The East coast and the Norfolk Broads (5 years). All except the sea passages were undertaken single-handed. She is currently berthed near Windsor on ... read more

WHEN CALLING BOATFINDER ABOUT THIS BOAT PLEASE QUOTE REFERENCE 120429 • Engine: Vetus 34hp marine diesel engine with a ZF-Hurth 12M gearbox. • Quality steelwork by David Piper with a trad stern, two sets of side doors and a forward cratch and cover. • Two plus two berth accommodation. • Original quality fit-out by the first owner to a traditional layout. The ceilings and cabin sides are lined in solid pine T& G, and the hull sides are cherry faced ply with solid pine and mahogany trims. The floor is laid with carpet tiles throughout, apart from the galley and bathro... read more