: The classic English canal boat, usually 6'10" wide. Used models typically range from £30,000 to £80,000 , while new ones can exceed £150,000 .

Your choice of mooring is legally and financially as important as the boat itself:

: Offering more internal space than narrowboats, these are popular for static living. Used widebeams often start around £70,000 .

: If you don't have a home mooring, you must move your boat regularly (usually every 14 days) and follow "bona fide" navigation rules. You typically do not pay council tax under this arrangement. Costs and Maintenance Beyond the initial price, expect several ongoing expenses: we bought a houseboat