Aqua Narrowboats
Aqua Narrowboats is a boat building company located in Derby, England. They specialize in manufacturing and fabrication of narrowboats. With their expertise in boat building, Aqua Narrowboats is committed to providing high-quality boats to their customers.
Introduction to Aqua Narrowboats
Aqua Narrowboats is a UK-based boat builder with a focus on narrowboats. The company was founded in 2008 by two brothers who were passionate about boating. Aqua Narrowboats is unique in that it offers bespoke narrowboats that are tailored to the customer's specific needs and requirements.Services & Products
Aqua Narrowboats offers a range of services including boat building, boat repairs, and boat maintenance. The company specializes in narrowboats and can build a boat to the customer's exact specifications. Customers can also purchase pre-built narrowboats from Aqua Narrowboats.Location
Aqua Narrowboats is located in Foston, Derby in England. Foston is a small village that is home to a variety of businesses including a farm shop and a garden center. The area is rural and peaceful, making it the perfect location for a boat builder. The three closest public transportation options are the Tutbury and Hatton railway station (3.2 miles), Willington railway station (3.9 miles), and the Burton-on-Trent railway station (6.2 miles).Benefits
Customers should choose Aqua Narrowboats because of their commitment to quality and their ability to create bespoke narrowboats that are tailored to the customer's exact needs. The company has a team of skilled craftsmen who use traditional boat building techniques to create boats that are both beautiful and functional. Additionally, Aqua Narrowboats offers excellent customer service and support.Good to Know
Customers should be aware that Aqua Narrowboats is a niche boat builder that specializes in narrowboats. While the company can build boats of various sizes, their focus is on narrowboats.Reviews
Customers rave about the quality of the boats built by Aqua Narrowboats. They appreciate the attention to detail and the high level of craftsmanship. Customers also appreciate the excellent customer service and support provided by the company.Amenities
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customizable design -
fiberglass hull
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outboard motor
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trailer
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upholstery
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marine electronics
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anchor
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propeller
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rudder
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navigation lights
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bimini top
FAQ
What materials do you typically use in constructing boats?
We typically use steel in constructing our boats. We believe that steel provides the strongest and most durable boats.How long does it typically take to build a boat from start to finish?
The time it takes to build a boat from start to finish depends on a variety of factors, including the size of the boat and the level of customization. However, on average, it takes us between 6 to 12 months to build a boat.What is your experience in designing and building custom boats?
We have extensive experience in designing and building custom boats. We work closely with our clients to ensure that their vision for their boat is brought to life. Our team has the expertise to create truly unique boats that meet our clients' specific needs and preferences.Can you provide examples of previous boat projects you have completed?
Yes, we have completed many boat projects over the years. We are proud to showcase our work on our website, where you can view photos and details of our previous projects.What is your policy on warranties and after-sales service?
We offer a warranty on all of our boats, and we stand behind our work. If any issues arise after the sale, we are committed to providing excellent after-sales service to ensure that our clients are completely satisfied with their purchase.Reviews
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Nigel Wood
Top Notch! Five Star! Bee's Knees! Dog's .... well you get the idea! Justin and the team at Aqua built our 59ft NB Minimum Warp for us and we are absolutely over the moon with her. The design process was a joy, with Justin and Jane (Aqua Furnishings) helping us through all of the design decisions with just the right amount of advice and guidance. The build phase was well organised and we were always kept well informed and were even able to tweak our design a little as the boat took shape. As for the finish of the boat, it exceeds all expectations. Everything is beautifully made, superbly put together and finished to perfection with an almost obsessive attention to detail. If you are looking for a new boat - choose Aqua! You will not be disappointed!
17-12-2022
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philippa smethurst
Our experience of buying a narrowboat - ‘Aqua-style’ When you embark on the wish to realise a dream and invest in a portion of your life floating and living at a slower pace, you will want to maximise on the narrowboat’s space and make sure she is efficient. You will want style and comfort. You will want the essentials to work and be tried and tested. You will want your boat builder to have thought of things you have not. You will want to think out of the steel box but know you are in good hands and ultimately become the owners of a craft of value and beauty. You need look no further that Justin and his team at Aqua Narrowboats. Our boat Lily Pad (58') was guided by the Aqua team’s guiding ropes and launched into the water with the help of a crane on March 15th 2022. Her journey before that moment had been within a relatively small radius from the creation of her steel hull at Colecraft, to the Aqua team’s boatyard near Burton-on-Trent. There she was expertly fitted out and finished with exquisite skilled wooden craftsmanship of oak and ash. We visited the team many times during construction and were always made extremely welcome. In fact, to step on board almost felt like walking on hallowed ground. This was not just the slightly odd thing about being in a boat suspended from a ceiling and looking larger than she ever would in the water. Nor was it because we were evidently intruding on the (limited) work space of nine skilled people. It was because the whole team at Aqua Narrowboats are dedicated to their work and love the process of creating beautiful boats. Attention to detail is the name of the game. Justin even has his team sit on the toilet to see what tiny details might annoy if not quite right! There are many decisions to be made in the building of a boat from scratch. With Aqua Narrowboats, you are clearly the captain of the craft and decisions are ultimately down to you. However, Justin and his team are expert at guidance without pressure; at taking things seriously and having excellent attention to detail and being flexible to accommodate whims, set-backs and requests. They could not do enough for us. By the time all was finished, we felt like members of the family. Our boat is beautifully enhanced by fabrics and window dressing by Jane of the sister company, Aqua Furnishings. A month into our long trip, we are grateful for their work, inspiration and care on this boat every day. It is contributing hugely to our currently floating, like the ducks in our constant company, without a care in the world, along the UK canal network. One of our friends who visited said he thought our boat was a floating Picasso! Thank you Aqua Narrowboats. We are beyond thrilled with our dream boat.
17-06-2022
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Tom Holmes
17-06-2022
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Colin Mendel-Lion
Superb boat build, fantastic team. We couldn't be more pleased with our new boat, Roundtuit.
17-06-2022
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Patrick Dromgoole
We did a lot of research to find the best boat builder for us and we settled on Aqua Narrowboats. They could not have been more accommodating and helpful and have built us the most gorgeous boat which we are thrilled with. The attention to detail is amazing and the quality of workmanship second to none. They have a very friendly and knowledgeable team who were always on hand to answer questions and help us with all our decisions, giving us lots of options and alternatives. Despite the challenges of all our lockdowns they still managed to complete our fabulous boat. We would whole heartedly recommend them.
17-06-2022
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Eddy Huser
17-06-2020
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Julie Bolter
After seeing a narrow boat built by the Aqua team at Crick we went ahead and signed on the dotted line. We have now had Vera Grace for just under a year and continue to be delighted every time we cruise the canals. the after sales service has been as good as our experience during the build. I highly recommend the team at Aqua is you are considering having a narrow boat built.
17-06-2018
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Diana Boyles
We bought a 2nd Gand Aqua build and have been so pleased with it. Justin and the team at Aqua have been helpful and made themselves available to ensure we have been able to get the best from our boat. We recommend Aqua very strongly. Roger and Diana
17-06-2018
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Peter Coote
Outstanding service from a top-quality company. Over twelve years we have hired beautiful boats and have had two bespoke boats built. We cannot speak highly enough of Justin and his team. Peter and Melanie
17-06-2018
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Bob Barrett
We had our narrowboat The Betty B built by Justin and his team at Aqua, having seen another of his boats at an IWA meeting. I cannot speak highly enough about the entire experience. Justin guided us through the design and build process and has since been most helpful with advice and excellent follow on maintenance. The quality of the design and workmanship has been of the highest order plus the entire team has been really friendly and helpful. I would wholeheartedly recommend Aqua Narrowboats to anyone considering either a new build, or for a holiday on one of their excellent hire craft.
17-06-2018
