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Navigating the waters: Our guide to buying second hand boats

Reflections on our years living aboard boats with our kiddos. Most of our journey was on 50ft narrowboats, and that’s where we…
Boats

Afloat with less: A nod to simplicity

Reflections on our years living aboard boats with our kiddos. Most of our journey was on 50ft narrowboats, and that’s where we…
Boats

Exploring stunning mooring locations across England

Marinas really do offer a fantastic alternative to continuous cruising. Whether it's the security, amenities, or vibrant community life.
Boats

Behind the scenes at Marwood Makes: Cue in Jason!

Jason tells us what is happening behind the scenes, and spills on current updates.
Boats

A dream come true: The journey of Louisa and Mike

Winners of our first custom boat competition have written this sweet letter about their story of winning. It’s a must-read for anyone…
Boats

Canal routes: Our 5 best canal routes for memorable cruising adventures!

Our love affair with canal cruising is surely evident in this blog post. When we used to continuously cruise we covered thousands…
Boats

Discovering the quirky world of UK canals:Facts and hidden gems!

This week we wanted to expose the truly enchanting world of UK canals, as we uncover some delightful and surprising facts about…
Boats

Navigating the costs of living afloat:Insights into life on the water

We wanted to give you an insight into how much it really costs to live on the water. So you can truly…
Campervans

Tales from the Australian road part 2: Exploring our favourite gems in Betty

We share three of our very favorite places we traveled to in Betty the campervan, such as the Grampians, Shark Bay, and…
Boats

Staying warm afloat: Which heating option is best for you?

We dive into the different heating options and how to stay warm on a boat from central heating to insulation!
Campervans

Tales from the Australian road part 1: Our nomadic escape!

This is the story of our nostalgic trip around Australia in campervan Betty, our 1984 Nissan Urvan, and the unique adventures we…
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Our 2024 journey unveiled: Buckle up!

The Tuesday Tales of what 2024 will look like for Marwood Makes, and unveiling some of our new competitions...