The pursuit of perfection is the driving force behind Norton Canes Boatbuilders so the latest creation was bound to tick all the boxes for its new owners

With the current clamour for alternative power and eco-friendly approach to boatbuilding, Shine stands out as a perfect example of creative thinking

After saving for 15 years and visiting eight boatyards, Sue and Alan Shrimpton were always going to create a winner... and the crowds at Crick agreed

When Australian couple Karen and Jonathan Warren took a hire boat holiday on the Mon and Brec, little did they know that the UK would become their new home

Propelled an electric motor powered by a huge array of solar panels, this style-packed 70-footer shows how technology is marching on

Is it electric, ask towpath walkers as a soundproofed Beta provides a beautifully peaceful power plant on this 60ft semi-trad

Boating Leisure Services are back in the winners' enclosure with an elegant craft full of future-proofed features

Seasoned boaters Audrey and Mick Rogers know what they like so the only destination to head for was one of the country's top builders

A bespoke boat means you can really tailor your design to fit your dreams. And if that means an extended cabin and a gigantic bed, JD Narrowboats are happy to oblige

Why wait years for a bespoke build? Adam braves the last blast of winter to test a top notch spec boat that is ready to go

Relocating to the other end of the country and becoming a liveaboard is a big change - but this bespoke 60ft semi-trad is designed to ease the transition