Based at the historic Foxton Locks on the Grand Union Canal, Bluewater specializes in the curation, survey, and transition of distinguished narrowboats and widebeams. We balance technical ledger integrity with tailored marine design expertise.
Our active registry of verified vessels currently moored at Foxton Basin or under brokerage contract.
| Vessel Name & Style | Length | Builder & Year | Engine Spec | Status | Asking Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Alder Traditional Stern Narrowboat | 58ft / 17.6m | Steve Hudson, 2004 | Lister JP3 (Vintage) | Available | £84,950 |
| Mistral Semi-Traditional Stern | 62ft / 18.9m | Tyler Wilson, 2015 | Beta Marine 43 | Under Offer | £112,000 |
| Campion Tug Deck Stern / Traditional | 50ft / 15.2m | Colecraft, 2011 | Isuzu 35hp | Just Listed | £59,950 |
| Sovereign Cruiser Stern Widebeam | 65ft x 12ft | Collingwood, 2019 | Canaline 60 Diesel | Available | £149,000 |
A closer study of outstanding craft currently under our direct stewardship at Foxton.
Just Listed
An exceptional Steve Hudson build featuring highly coveted rivets, traditional hand-scumbled cabin interior, and a vintage Lister engine masterfully rebuilt in 2018.
Under Offer
A premium modern cruiser shell by Tyler Wilson. Ash timber paneling inside with bespoke oak cabinetry. Designed for long-term cruising and liveaboard autonomy.
Available
Designed as a high-end floating apartment, this Collingwood Widebeam features a fully integrated galley, central heating, luxury wetroom, and complete off-grid power setup.
Unlike high-volume marine brokers, Bluewater operates as a quiet studio. We represent only a limited portfolio of boats at any one time, allowing us to build complete physical portfolios and draft exhaustive technical ledgers for every vessel.
"Every lock, rivet, and engine stroke carries a history. Our role is simply to document it with absolute clarity."
Our Foxton Basin headquarters includes a dedicated consultation desk where buyers can review hull ultrasonic tests, historical builder certificates, and survey archives in a calm, focused environment.
Every boat listed on our ledger undergoes an initial independent ultrasonic hull thickness test before marketing. We do not hide behind 'sold as seen' clauses.
Sellers benefit from complimentary hardstanding or secure basin mooring during their listing period. Viewings are curated and strictly accompanied by a surveyor.
We work in collaboration with leading marine solicitors to ensure all client accounts are fully protected, secure, and cleared immediately upon completion.
Our physical drydock at the bottom of Foxton Locks ensures rapid pre-purchase inspections without high transit fees.