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Running Costs

One of the questions we are asked most frequently is "How much does it cost to run a narrow boat?"

On this page we have assembled some of the common running costs. Please note that they are intended as a guide and that actual costs may vary between boats, mooring areas and other circumstances.

Fixed Costs

Boat Safety Certificate	Every 4 years	£150
Insurance	Per annum	Approx £350 fully comprehensive
Mooring	70p to £1.65/foot/week	Typically £3000 per annum for a 58' boat
Registration/Licence	Per annum	£615 for 56ft (depends on length)
Community Charge (if residential)	Typically lower bands

Running

Diesel	approx 40- 46p per litre
	40 gallon tank (=180 litres)
	Engine 1.5 litres per hour max
	120 hours on a full tank
Heating	0.6 litres per hour
Pump out	£10 - 15 depending on location

Maintenance

Hull survey	approx £220 (any length) + craneage
Full survey	approx £450 + craneage
Craneage @ Hanbury	£3.75 per foot (per lift)
Blacking	£7.75 per foot, every 2 years (includes craneage)
	or 2-part epoxy coat with grit blasting £45 per foot, lasts 10 years

Miscellaneous

New boats from The New Boat Co have a 1 year guarantee.

New Isuzu engines carry a 2 year guarantee