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2000 Paul Barber Worle

narrowboat used Listed 22 days ago
£89,500
via Swanley Brokerage
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Specifications

Model Worle
Year 2000
Length 70.0ft (21.3m)
Beam 2.08m
Draft 0.76m
Hull Material steel
Engine Gardner 3LW diesel engine, 42hp at 1200rpm
Fuel Type diesel
Location Swanley Bridge Marina, near Nantwich, Cw5 8nr
Engine Make Gardner
Engine Power 42 hp
Generator Yes
Bow Thruster Yes
Solar Panels Yes

Equipment & Extras

berths
5 (6ft 6" x 4ft permanent double, make-up double, 6ft 8" x 2ft 2" fixed single)
engine
Gardner 3LW diesel engine
builder
Paul Barber
headroom
6ft 4"

Description

Worle is a 70ft traditional narrowboat, built by Paul Barber in 2000, offering classic narrowboat character with quality craftsmanship. At its heart is a beautiful Gardner 3LW diesel engine, housed in a dedicated engine room. The interior has been fitted out to a high standard, featuring distinctive diagonal ash tongue-and-groove cabin sides and ash plywood ceilings. Recent upgrades include new blacking in October 2026, new sofa bed, induction hob, fridge-freezer, lithium batteries and new roof boxes with solar panels.

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Monthly Finance Payment
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£76,075 over 10 years at 6.9% APR

Monthly Running Costs (estimated)

Mooring / berthing £792
Insurance £112
Maintenance £179
Fuel £292
Running costs subtotal £1,374/mo
True Monthly Cost
£2,253
Finance + running costs combined
Finance 39% Running costs 61%
Total Interest
£29,451
Total Cost (finance)
£118,951

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