Description

Introducing Ragtag, a charming 52ft semi-traditional narrowboat built by the respected Pinder, and offered having been lovingly maintained and cared for throughout her life. She boasts a warm, homely atmosphere onboard that perfectly captures the essence of traditional narrowboat living, alongside thoughtful design that provides an abundance of storage space throughout — making her an ideal choice for extended cruising or permanent living aboard. With her classic lines and practical layout, she is ready to be enjoyed immediately by her next owners.

Constructed with a robust 10/6/4 steel plating specification and a flat-bottomed hull, she offers strength and reliability on the water. The interior features durable laminate flooring, ply cabin sides, and practical top-opening windows that help keep the cabin bright and well-ventilated. Power comes from a smooth-running Beta Marine four-cylinder diesel engine with keel cooling, fitted with a hospital silencer for quiet cruising. She holds approximately 40 gallons of fuel, while heating and hot water are expertly handled by an Alde system, complemented by a welcoming Villager solid fuel stove to keep the cabin cosy year-round. Water storage is provided by a generous 150-litre stainless steel tank.

Her electrical system delivers both 12v and 240v power, supported by a Victron Multiplus 1600w inverter and a battery bank comprising one starter and three leisure batteries — reliable and capable for life on the canals. The well-equipped galley features a Vanette LEC cooker, fridge-freezer, and attractive laminate worktops.

Accommodation is flexible and spacious, offering sleeping for up to four people in total. There is a fixed double bed for comfortable overnight stays, plus a convenient sofa bed that provides additional sleeping space for guests or family members. The bathroom includes a vanity basin, dedicated shower, and cassette toilet, offering all the practical comforts of home.

Ragtag comes with excellent peace of mind: her Boat Safety Certificate remains valid until June 2027, and her hull was professionally blacked in 2025 using bitumen for lasting protection. Additional equipment includes both front and rear tonneau covers plus a side hatch, adding to her practicality and comfort. Moored in Staffordshire, she represents excellent value and is ready to view now.

Specifications

Accommodation

Accommodation is flexible and spacious, offering sleeping for up to four people in total. There is a fixed double bed for comfortable overnight stays, plus a convenient sofa bed that provides additional sleeping space for guests or family members.

Construction

Constructed with a robust 10/6/4 steel plating specification and a flat-bottomed hull, she offers strength and reliability on the water.

Engine(s)

Power comes from a smooth-running Beta Marine four-cylinder diesel engine with keel cooling, fitted with a hospital silencer for quiet cruising.

Certification

BUYERS & SELLERS

When you buy a boat from us you pay all monies in to our company clients trust account which means that the buyers and sellers money is protected. This is the same account that solicitors set up for house sales .This money does not belong to the company it belongs to the buyer until the sale is complete and then we pay the seller from the company clients trust account. We cannot release the money from the Clients Trust Account to the seller until the vessel has been accepted and handed over to the buyer because if there was a fault with the vessel and the buyer refused to accept it and wanted their money back we could not do this because the seller would of already had the money. This could become a very costly and messy problem for all parties.

This money never enters our company current account. This also means that we cannot use customers money for other purchases/reasons. If at any point the company went bust then the buyers/sellers money is safe and it would go back to the rightful owner of the money.

We have had this company clients trust account set up from day one to protect our customers money. This account is a secure holding account. We pay the seller monies due from this account when the buyer has signed to accept the vessel. Payment is made from this account to the seller by cheque from the clients Trust Account which is protected guaranteed funds.

Great Haywood Boat Sales Ltd trading as Nationwide Boat sales are a full member of:

The British Marine

As such we abide by a strict Code of Conduct to protect both the buyer and seller.

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Disclaimer

No guarantee is given or implied with regards to specification but descriptions are given in good faith. All vessels are sold without warranty or condition as to the fitness either expressed or implied by status or otherwise. No appliances or systems have been tested. All measurements stated are approximate.These details are not intended to, and do not, form any part of any current or future contract. In this transaction we are acting as Brokers only. All sales subject to contract.We are relying on information supplied by a third party. All information is given as a guide.Plating thickness cannot be measured during NBS visit while the boat is in the water and is based on information supplied by the owner.A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check the particulars and where appropriate at their own expense to employ a qualified Marine Surveyor to carry out a survey of the vessel.NBS advises that a qualified independent surveyor carries out a full out of water survey for every vessel.

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