Bulwark is a trad style narrow boat fitted out by Narrowcraft in 1996.  The steelwork by Colecraft is 10mm keelplate, 6mm to gunwales and 4mm superstructure. The water tank and lockers for storage gas bottles are in the bow, A table and cushions can be used in good weather. Further storage and a water filtration system is provided below this deck - access from within the cabin.

The boat is fully equipped for cruising the canal system and the permitted tidal and non tidal rivers, with an anchor and chain and buoyancy jackets.

The interior is panelled in light oak veneer with Iroko trim throughout.  The floor is laid with Parkiflex tiles, with overlaid carpet tiles in the bedroom. Curtains or blinds are fitted in all areas.

The cabin is large and open plan with fitted cupboards and dining table (4 storable chairs).  The freestanding 3 seater settee and armchair with stool/coffee table together convert to a double and single bed.

Heating is by low level radiators from front to back and a new Moso Squirrel multi fuel stove which is more than even the weather in mid winter can throw at us.

Provision is made for TV, and the radio/CD can be relayed to the bedroom.

The Galley is equipped with eye level cooker and grill,4 burner gas hob and 4.3 cu.ft electric fridge. Ample work surfaces have drawer and cupboard space beneath. Drinking/cooking water is filtered a second time at the sink.

There is a side hatch with removable screen.

The bathroom has shower/bath, basin and cupboard above and below, The electric toilet is connected to a holding tank with a 24- 28 person day capacity.

The bedroom has a fixed double berth with storage above and below. A full length wardrobe and dressing table with drawers and shelves give generous storage.

The Engine room has a comprehensive control panel, with adverc battery management System for the 12v supply provided by 3 domestic and 1 engine battery.  The on inverter produces 240v supply to power vacuum cleaner, hair dryer etc.

The engine is below a removable floor hatch, and has been maintained professionally at regular intervals.

Our group hold an AGM in January to discuss plans for the forthcoming year and organise the use of our boat.  Ideally, we aim to achieve blocks or usage to allow the boat to travel further without the need to return to base.