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44ft Semi-Trad Stern Narrowboat Reduced £29,995

Bardsea is a compact 44ft 2 berth semi-trad stern narrow boat built by J L Pinder that has been subject to a comprehensive series of improvements. She was last out of the water for blacking in August2022 when the exterior was also repainted. The BSSC expires in July 2026. She would make an ideal starter boat being compact and easy to handle. Mooring available by separate negotiation.

Schematic plan of boat

Background

Quality steelwork by J L Pinder with side doors and a semi-trad stern, originally built for Black Prince for use as a hire boat. Fitted-out by J L Pinder for Black Prince and partially refitted by the current owner in pine T&G offering 2 berth accommodation. Powered by a Kubota D1402, 3-cylinder marine diesel engine with Newage PRM Delta 30 gearbox.

From the Bow

From the bow which holds a storage locker, there is a 3 6 self draining well deck. There is a cratch frame with window to the front. There are locker/seats to either side of the well deck. The integral steel water tank is beneath the well deck with surface mounted filler. The headlamp is mounted on the front bulkhead.

Generic Fixtures and Fittings

The ceilings are lined with vinyl faced plywood panels trimmed with mahogany. Cabin sides and hull sides are lined with solid pine T & G with painted wooden trims. There are curtains or blinds to all windows. Flooring is wood effect vinyl tiles throughout.

Galley 6ft 0in

The ceilings are lined with vinyl faced plywood panels trimmed with mahogany. Cabin sides and hull sides are lined with solid pine T & G with painted wooden trims. There are curtains or blinds to all windows. Flooring is wood effect vinyl tiles throughout.

Appliances: Slot in Statesman Legacy gas oven and grill with lid/splash-back. Microwave. 12v, Coolzone fridge with icebox. Inset, stainless steel sink and drainer with chrome monobloc tap.

Lighting: 2 x 12v, ceiling lights. 1 x Houdini hatch.

Shower Room 5ft 10in x 4ft 0in

The shower room has a white suite comprising:

Suite: Pedastal wash basin with chrome mixer tap. Corner shower tray with mixer shower and a glazed folding shower screen. Microphor pump-out toilet.

Lighting: 1 x window with top opening and privacy glass. 2 x 12v, LED wall lights.

Power: Shaver point.

Corridor Lighting: 1 x set of steel side doors, wood lined internally with roof hatch and side steps. 1 x 12v, ceiling light.

Bedroom 10ft 6in

Furniture: 4 fixed double bed with storage below. 1 x full height wardrobe. 1 x full height storage cupboard. 1 x electrics cupboard.

Lighting: 2 x windows with top openings. 1 x 12v, ceiling light. 2 x 12v, wall lights.

Power: 1 x 240v socket.

Semi-Trad Deck 2ft 3in and Stern 3ft 8in

Steps lead from the bedroom to the semi-trad deck where the engine is housed under the floor panels. There are steel locker/seats to either side of the semi-trad deck. Steel stern doors lead to the rear deck and steering position.

Controls: The single lever engine control is on the port side just inside the stern doors.

Specifications

BUILDER
Quality steelwork by J L Pinder with side doors and a semi-trad stern. Fitted-out by J L Pinder for Black Prince and partially refitted by the current owner.

BUILD DETAILS
Built in 1991
Semi-Trad stern.
6/5/3/4/mm

INSULATION
Polystyrene insulation behind the cabin linings.

BALLAST
Concrete blocks beneath the floorboards.

DIMENSIONS
Overall Length: 44ft
Cabin Length 30ft 4in
Width: 6ft 10
Interior Headroom: 6ft 3in
Well Deck: 3ft 6in
Draught: 1ft 8in

WINDOWS, DOORS & HATCHES
Port side: 3 x windows with top openings.
Starboard side: 2 x windows with top openings. 1 x set of steel side doors, wood lined internally with roof hatch.
Front: Steel front doors.
Rear: Steel rear doors wood lined internally, with sliding roof hatch. Steel stern doors.
Roof: 1 x Houdini hatch.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The boat is powered by a Kubota D1402 3-cylinder marine diesel engine with Newage PRM Delta 30 gearbox with 2: 1 reduction, turning the propeller. The exhaust is lagged, silenced and vents out from under the side deck.
The engine powers a 12v alternator to charge the start battery and the leisure battery.

WATER
The integral steel water tank is located beneath the well deck. Water pump with pressure switch is located adjacent to the tank. Water is heated by the 240v immersion heater and/or the engine heat exchanger.

HEATING
Heating is provided by the Bubble diesel fired stove in the saloon.

ELECTRICS
240v circuit from landline with RCD.
12v lights throughout protected by fuses.
1 x 12v, engine driven alternator.
1 x 12v, engine start battery.
1 x 12v, deep cycle leisure battery.

GAS
2 x 13kg Propane cylinders housed in the stern locker, provide gas to the oven, grill and hob.

FIRE SAFETY
3 x Dry Powder extinguishers
1 x Fire Blanket
2 x Carbon Monoxide Detectors.

EXTERIOR FINISH
The boat repainted in August 2022 by the owner. The boat was last docked for blacking in August 2022. The hull is protected by 4 anodes.

ADDITIONAL ITEMS OF INVENTORY
The boat comes equipped with a normal cruising inventory including a full set of ropes and fenders. Any additional items not listed must be negotiated separately with the owner.

MOORING INFORMATION
Current moorings are available by separate negotiation.

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PLEASE NOTE: The information contained in this brochure is based on our own inspection and information provided by the owner and is intended as a sales aid only to assist you to decide whether you would like to move to the next stage and view the boat for yourself. Measurements can only be taken as approximate. Nothing contained herein constitutes a contract or offer. This is not a survey. We always recommend that a full survey is carried out prior to purchase.