The Boat Safety Certificate
Every four years, canal and river boats must undergo a safety check by an authorised inspector. The “BSS” remit seems to expand gently every few years as potential hazards are
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Vlog 252: Reg Prescott
Boat life is much like owning a house inasmuch as there’s always something to be fixed or maintained or tarted up. Here’s a compilation of minor things I did around the boat over the last few months, including fixes after the boat failed its four-yearly Boat Safety Scheme examination.
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Vlog 18: Fire Starter
With temperatures currently plummeting in the UK and at least a fortnight’s cold snap predicted with sub zero temperatures coming, it’s time to have a look at the main source of heating on my narrowboat, the Villager Puffin stove.
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