Description
Built by the renowned Mel Davis, Bobcat is an impressive 58ft narrowboat presented in a classic traditional style, thoughtfully designed to blend timeless appeal with clever practicality. Her standout feature is the purposeful tug-style deck, which creates generous additional outdoor space perfectly designed for carrying a motorbike and/or bicycles, while a large, convenient rear sliding hatch makes access straightforward and loading much easier — a detail that brings real everyday convenience. Thought has gone into every aspect of her design, balancing character, comfort and usability throughout, and with a fresh survey and hull blacking completed this year, she is fully prepared and ready to begin her next adventure with her new owners.
Constructed with a steel plating specification of 10/6/4 and a flat-bottomed hull, she combines strength and durability. The interior is finished with attractive bamboo flooring, insulated with sprayfoam for excellent year-round comfort, and features ply cabin sides with charming porthole-style windows that flood the cabin with natural light. Powering her is a reliable Beta 43hp four-cylinder diesel engine with keel cooling, paired with a PRM 150 gearbox — a proven, economical setup ideal for canal and river cruising. She carries an ample 385 litres of fuel and 375 litres of water, giving you plenty of range between stops.
On board you will find hot water via a calorifier and Webasto, plus Webasto central heating and a welcoming Mazoma solid fuel stove to keep things cosy on cooler evenings. The electrical setup offers both 12v and 240v power, supported by a robust Victron 3kw inverter, one starter battery and four leisure batteries, plus a solar array comprising one 110w and two 100w panels with an MPPT controller — perfect for efficient off-grid cruising.
Inside, the accommodation provides comfortable sleeping for two with the a pull-out double berth stowed beneath the tug deck and further potential for additional sleeping space within the saloon if required. The well-appointed galley includes a gas hob, Shoreline fridge-freezer with space for a combination microwave above the fridge and a Zanussi washing machine for all the comforts of home. The walk-through bathroom features a vanity basin, a hip bath fitted with a shower, and a separate compartment housing the Porta Potti toilet — a practical layout that works beautifully for daily living.
Bobcat comes with excellent reassurance: her Boat Safety Certificate remains valid until April 2030, she holds full Recreational Craft Directive certification, and her hull was blacked in August 2026 alongside a fresh survey completed the same month. Additional highlights include three side hatches for excellent ventilation and light, a pram cover for comfort, and that spacious tug-style front deck that truly sets her apart. Moored in Staffordshire and available for viewing now, she is ready to be enjoyed immediately.