Description
Mr Jinks is a 47ft cruiser stern narrowboat built by South West Durham Steelcraft and originally fitted out by Silsden Boats. Currently presented as a project boat, offering a fantastic opportunity for a buyer looking to create a completely bespoke interior. Having already been stripped back to spray foam insulation, she provides a true blank canvas ready for a new owner to design and complete to their own tastes and requirements.
The boat is powered by a reliable Beta 35hp diesel engine with a PRM 260 gearbox, offering a solid mechanical foundation for the vessel. The hull is constructed with a steel plating specification of 10/6/4 and features a flat bottom hull design. Measuring 47ft in length with a beam of 6ft 10in, Mr Jinks is a manageable size for cruising the inland waterways while still offering excellent potential for comfortable onboard living once refitted.
Internally, the boat has been taken back to insulation, allowing the next owner to plan and install their own layout from scratch. This makes her an ideal project for someone wanting to create their dream narrowboat without the need to remove an existing interior. With marine ply flooring already in place and top-opening windows fitted, the foundations are set for a full custom fit-out.
Mr Jinks benefits from a 200-litre fuel tank and a generous 600-litre water tank, giving strong capacity for extended cruising once completed. The electrical system currently includes a starter battery, allowing the new owner to install their preferred domestic battery bank and onboard systems during the refit.
The vessel also benefits from recent maintenance including blacking and the installation of four new anodes in September 2023, with a hull survey completed the same year. A Boat Safety Certificate is valid until March 2030, offering peace of mind for the next owner as they undertake the fit-out project.
Currently moored in Warwickshire, Mr Jinks represents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-built narrowboat hull with mechanicals already in place, ready to be transformed into a fully personalised cruising or residential boat. For anyone seeking a rewarding project and the chance to build their dream boat exactly how they want it, Mr Jinks provides the perfect starting point. ⚓🚤