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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.
From the Galley - PROVOLONE CHEESE
Sunday, 25 August 2013Great food comes from Argentina and this is one of their traditional dishes served up before the BBQ.
Sandra from Ruby's Rascal whose native country is Argentina shared this recipe with me, found this cheese in a specialist Italian Deli near C...
From the Galley - BEETROOT HUMMUS
Tuesday, 21 May 2013This is a great Dish to impress your fellow sailors when you invite them round for drinks on an anchorage, also it can be done really cheaply and there are so many variations you can make with chick peas, beans when you are on a long distance pas...
From the Galley - HURD's DEEP FRITTATA
Friday, 17 May 2013This dish is really a cross between the French dish Tartiflette, Spanish dish Tortilla and a Frittata. Called Hurd's Deep as I was making it one day when we saw a 35 foot basking shark off Alderney near Hurd's Deep Channel, so the names stuck ever...
3 things you must know before survey
Wednesday, 08 May 2013When you make an offer on a narrowboat, canal boat, widebeam or other boat for sale it is usual to get the boat surveyed. We can provide you with a list of local surveyors but we are not allowed to recommend one in particular.
Boat festivals: A quick guide
Wednesday, 01 May 2013Summer is on the way and anyone who loves boats can look forward to the usual line-up of boat festivals. If you enjoy real ale, painted canalware, live music, boats and bunting we hope to see you at a festival this year. We’re happy to answer an...
Boat Buyers Legal Service
Wednesday, 01 May 2013The Boatshed crew recognise that buying a boat is a major decision, which is why you have chosen to use Boatshed as your professional broker to guide you through what can be a daunting process. We believe in offering the very best quality of servi...
Licensed to cruise – what does it mean?!
Wednesday, 24 April 2013Most of the inland waterways in Britain are looked after by the Canal and River Trust and to use these navigations you will need to purchase an annual licence. Licences can be paid for in monthly instalments, or in a one-off payment. Paying an...
Get started with your own Boatshed business
Sunday, 21 April 2013Are you ready for a change in 2013? Boatshed.com is growing and we are looking for people with a passion for boats looking for a change in career, as well as existing marine businesses to join us.
How to buy a boat? The process
Saturday, 20 April 2013Before you travel to view a boat, check out all pictures and video of every boat for sale. Our brokers take all their own pictures so you can see the up to date information and full inventory of each boat.
Thinking of selling your boat?
Saturday, 20 April 2013If you are thinking of selling your boat, then have a chat to one of our Boatshed Brokers and they will explain how Boatshed can help sell your boat and what they will do for you.
PRODUCT TEST - Silky Deep Clean
Thursday, 18 April 2013Thinking of selling your boat? Prepare your boat ready for sale or ready for a brand new season after a very harsh winter.
From the Galley - LENTIL CURRY
Wednesday, 17 April 2013When we're at sea we always like to cook proper food. This meal always tastes great at sea and its easy to cook in a lively chop.
The top 10 things you can't do without at sea
Tuesday, 16 April 2013All these reports on Ocean Crossings and equipment reviews, it can sometimes seem mind boggling as to what you should have on board your boat as equipment.
Probably The Best Mooring In London - with Boat
Monday, 15 April 2013Battlebridge basin is perhaps the most sought after mooring in London - secluded, secure and private, but within easy reach of the West End and the City. Kings Cross and St. Pancras are just a few minutes walk away. There are plenty of shops and r...
Technology on a canal boat
Wednesday, 10 April 2013If you are looking for your first canal boat for sale or perhaps a narrowboat in Hertfordshire or London you may have questions about technology and it’s place in canal boat life. Whether you’re thinking of living on a wide beam, going on an e...
From the Galley - CONFIT DU CANARD CASSEROLE
Wednesday, 10 April 2013We like to eat proper food at sea, and this particular Casserole was made during a NE 5/6 beating to windward heading out from the Thames estuary down Prices Channel towards North Foreland.
Boat safety: What the beep?!
Monday, 08 April 2013Last week a mother and her daughter (aged 10) died of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. Three people were on board the boat on Windermere and early enquiries suggested a faulty generator could have been to blame.
From the Galley - CHEESE AND HAM TOASTIES
Friday, 05 April 2013Now these are really good and one of my favourite boating lunches or snacks whilst sailing along. The smell of cheese cooking is great on a boat, gets everyone hungry, including the dogs.
Selling your boat? Boat sales service for the UK Inland Waterways.
Wednesday, 03 April 2013Boatshed.com Brokerage Group have teamed up with River Canal Rescue to provide boat sales for the Inland Waterways market in the UK.
Is it a boat, home, office or conference centre?
Tuesday, 02 April 2013Currently being used as a warm and welcoming home. With a recent internal layout change, she now has four separate cabins, a huge saloon, well appointed fitted galley with breakfast bar, refitted bathroom and a panoramic wheelhouse with seating ar...
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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.