Description
Introducuing Big Ben, built iby the renowned manufacturer Colecraft, Big Ben is a beautifully presented 58ft semi-traditional narrowboat, currently moored in Staffordshire and ready to serve as a comfortable, spacious floating home or cruiser. Measuring 58ft by 6ft 10in, she offers generous living space enhanced by a large side hatch with a screen, flooding the cabin with natural light and fresh air.
Constructed with a steel hull (specification 10/6/4), flat bottom, solid wood flooring, and sprayfoam insulation, she is built for durability, efficiency, and year-round comfort. The hull was professionally blacked in June 2025, giving you peace of mind regarding her underwater protection.
Power and performance are provided by a four-cylinder Isuzu 42hp diesel engine, paired with a PRM gearbox and keel cooling system — a trusted setup for both leisure and liveaboard use. Her systems are well equipped for continuous cruising or permanent mooring: a 400-litre fuel tank and approximately 250 gallons of water storage provide excellent range, while the electrical setup includes both 12v and 240v supplies. You will find a Sterling 1500w inverter, one starter battery, four leisure batteries, and two 150w solar panels with a 60amp controller, ensuring you have ample power even off-grid. Heating and hot water are comfortably handled by a Morso Squirrel solid fuel stove and a calorifier system.
Inside, the accommodation is practical, warm, and inviting. The galley is fully fitted with solid wood worktops, a Logik cooker, a fridge/freezer operable on 12v or 240v, and a Beko washing machine — everything you need for life afloat. Sleeping arrangements include a fixed double berth, offering comfortable accommodation for up to two. The bathroom features a shower, vanity basin, and porta-potti, completing the living arrangements. Additional practical features include a cratch cover, stern tonneau cover, and porthole windows. Her Boat Safety Certificate is valid until November 2029.
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-equipped, well-maintained narrowboat from a respected builder. Whether you are looking for your first boat, a liveaboard home, or a cruising vessel, Big Ben is ready to move aboard and enjoy. Viewings are available by appointment only — contact us today to arrange a visit and see everything she has to offer.