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The protruding worktop looks painful to say the least! Not sure why it could not be set further back. I'd stay well clear unless buying it very cheap/as a project. As it is, it doesn't look very well thought out at all. Initially I wasn't going to make comment, as beauty is in the eye of the beholder as they say. But my thinking is; If they're not paying much attention to detail in terms of getting the basics right; What else has been missed/overlooked too? Also be extra cautious and vigilant when looking at older boats with painted cabins. Woodwork on boats is suspectable to damp/water damage, and paint is often the cheapest way to mask it, often without actually fixing the underlying issue. - though it's worth noting even the best boats are suspectable to damp by nature but just something to be mindful of.

Medicinal cannabis can be prescribed through the NHS albeit rarely, but many private clinics with registered specialist doctors also offer prescriptions - though in these cases, it is provided privately rather than through NHS-affiliated pharmacies. Even when legally prescribed, smoking medicinal cannabis remains illegal. Vaporisation is permitted, yet it still produces noticeable odours within the immediate vicinity. Unfortunately, many NHS professionals and authorities, including the police, remain uninformed about the legal status of medicinal cannabis - especially when prescribed by authorised and regulated private clinics. This widespread lack of awareness only reinforces outdated stigma, making it harder for patients to access treatment without judgment.

It's actually perfectly legal if they have a valid prescription which is becoming increasingly common in the UK.

Good feedback though my recommendation is to report any topics that you feel are no longer relevant for pinning. The mods can then review collectively and take any action as necessary.

This discussion was starting to drift off course and required some cleanup, including the removal of posts quoting personal attacks or comments that fall outside our Forum Rules & Guidelines. As a reminder, please ensure posts align with the Forum Rules & Guidelines, which you can find here. Let’s keep things constructive - differences of opinion are expected, but they should be expressed in a respectful manner. No more personal attacks, please.

That's interesting, thanks for sharing. I did enquire via Apollo Duck a week or so ago but no reply yet.

If the boat you want to buy isn’t already in your preferred berthing location, deciding how to move it and where to moor requires more thought. Some choose to CC while relocating their boat, securing a permanent mooring only once they’ve arrived. However, leaving the boat unattended carries some risk as you noted, and while many (if not most) manage without issue, certain areas present more risk than others. Alternatively, you could buy the boat and berth it in various marinas as you reposition it toward your chosen destination. (Assuming it's not local) Many marinas allow short-term stays subject to availability. Beyond that, there's other options too; Such as craning it out and transport via lorry (££), or paying a boat mover to help relocate your boat for you.

While looking for my next boat I stumbled upon the Rum Wench, a boat well known within the YouTube community which I'm sure many here are familiar with. For ref, here's the Apollo Duck listing: https://narrowboats.apolloduck.co.uk/boat/colecraft-57-tug-for-sale/797056 Although a little out of my price range at £65k, it seems a lot of boat for the money. A 57" tug style traditional narrowboat built by Colecraft in 2003. (Though the video says 2008?) It has a lot of character both inside & out - though being half deaf I'm not sure the noisy Lister HR2 engine is my cup of tea. How practical would it be to replace the engine with something more modern & quieter yet still retain some character, I wonder? It seems this is one of the reasons Heidi (the owner) has decided to sell. Heidi did a tour of the boat on her YouTube channel: If it was in budget I'd probably consider but would be interested to hear pros and cons of such a boat.

Good point. I'm not entirely sure how I feel about it either - though I used my welldeck as a mini shed in the past, full of things I did not need! Some narrowboats without a usable welldeck seem to gain extra cabin space, which can be an advantage for shorter boats. I initially thought of it like having the cabin space of a 50ft but on a 45ft boat, but this particular boat seems to have wasted space at the bow. The floorplan indicates side entrances on both sides, yet the photos suggest otherwise. I think I will pass on this one

Came across this boat on Apollo Duck which is of interest. https://narrowboats.apolloduck.co.uk/boat/south-west-durham-45-cruiser-stern-for-sale/797714 Built by SW Durham Steel in 2008 and spent its life as a hire boat. What caught my attention though is that it has a 8/6/4 spec hull. Isn't this unusual for a hire boat that is more likely to encounter wear and tear? Also, does anyone know much about SW Durham boats? I have not come across them before.

Thanks for the suggestion. While organising discussions into dedicated spaces has its advantages, there are a few challenges we’ve seen with sub-forums that I’d like to highlight. One major concern is visibility - sub-forums can unintentionally lead to lower engagement. Topics become less accessible, especially on mobile browsers, where navigating multiple layers of forums isn’t as intuitive. Many members browse on their phones, and if discussions require extra clicks to reach, they often go unnoticed though less likely for users using activity streams. (VNC) Over time, this can lead to fragmentation, making the main forum feel quieter than it really is. Additionally, siloing conversations into sub-forums can mean valuable insights get buried. A more centralised approach encourages organic interactions - people stumble upon discussions they might not have searched for directly, keeping the community dynamic and active. We’ve previously spent a lot of time consolidating sub-forums and refining descriptions to improve navigation and reduce clutter, particularly for mobile users. The goal was to make discussions easier to find and engage with. Adding new sub-forums could reverse some of that progress, making it harder for users to efficiently access relevant conversations. That said, we’re always open to ways to improve organisation without affecting accessibility. Maybe thread tagging or pinned discussions could help maintain visibility while keeping topics structured.

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I too work a day job Mon-Fri and some things can't wait. It will be done late in the evening anyhow.

How was it a debacle? A lot of time and effort went into that voluntarily and with due respect, maintaining the site is in the best interest of all users, and while some changes may be beyond our control - given that the software is developed by a third party - they are necessary to ensure continued functionality and security. On a related note, a new major version is on the horizon, bringing more significant updates. However, its release on CWDF is still months away, if not longer but it's coming. More about this will follow in the coming months ahead.

We will be updating Canal World to the latest version of Invision this weekend, either late Saturday or Sunday evening. Canal World will be down during this window though it's not expected to last more than 2 hours. This is a minor update and the overall look and feel will remain the same, but there may be some minor differences. We will confirm on completion.