Inspiration 25
The perfect weekend getaway complete with full head-height wet room, 2x double berths below decks, fully equipped galley and an airy open plan saloon
Marina Boats are the innovative answer to do a good job of what the vast majority of boats in marinas are actually being used for today. The ideal get-away to spend your leisure time on the water which combine spacious accommodation with modern luxury and panoramic views. Beautiful finishing touches and ingenious space maximisation provide you with a space you really can make the most of life.
Models Available
It all started with the Inspiration 25. After consultation with marina operators across the country we found that smaller berthed boats were increasingly going into serviced dry-stacks leaving this band available. Many marinas have needed to think about reconfiguration to keep full so by producing the Inspiration 25 we could fill those smaller, often shallower berths. Once established there were calls for a bigger version with more berths so the answer was the Inspiration 36 that can be configured to sleep 13. Then came the Inspiration 28 after calls from clients looking for more hanging storage of which the 28 has an abundance.
Coming soon the new 20… read all about it here!
Inspiration 28
For longer stays on-board boasting generous fitted wardrobe & storage space complete with full head-height wet room, 2x double berths below decks, fully equipped
Inspiration 36
Comfortable for families to share, able to accommodate up to four double berths below deck or storage and utility rooms combinations retaining the full
Inspiration 20
Currently under construction, our new 20ft no frills option has huge usage possibilities from yoga studios to bars, gymnasiums to offices. This new baby
Our Inspiration
The design and concept of Marina Boats Ltd came from Director / Founder Aidan Pragnell, who specialises in building and maintaining both pleasure craft and houseboats.
Whilst spending time on his own boat he noticed that a large proportion of boats never leave the marina. Most of which were used just as weekend retreats or holiday homes.
Like most boat owners, Aidan started with a small boat and upgraded to larger vessels to maximise living space and comfort onboard, in doing this he found the bigger the boat, the less he used it for boating.
This resulted in the concept of a Marina Boat being developed, which is a boat that spends the majority of its time in a marina as a holiday home or could even be a permanent home. The Marina Boat was designed to boost internal space by having no side decks or bulky sailing / manoeuvring equipment.
Aidan Pragnell – Company Director
Get the Lifestyle
Get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether a weekend retreat or permanent get away, once you step on board the calm and rejuvenation commences. Spending time on a Marina Boat in any location not only gives you all the sense of comfort and convenience of home but the soft undulations of being afloat relax and quiet the mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Marina Boats are designed to adhere to the Recreational Craft Directive (RCD) Category D which refers to craft able to travel the inland waterways and sheltered coastal areas.
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Before delivery, each Marina Boat will be assigned a Manufacturers Identification Code (MIC or WIC formally CIN or HIN). This 14 digit alga numerical number with the prefix MBZ along with the surveyed tonnage certificate to be registered along with the owners chosen name (as long as the name is still available) with the British Marine federation and placed on the Small Ships register.
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There is an optional extra of a pair of 8hp Torqueedo pod drives that sit below decks in the stern service bays running on lithium batteries. This option needs to be agreed before commencement of the build as they cannot be retro fitted.
As they are boats, anywhere you have permission. They can be moored on ground that dries out although with the draft of circa 40cm and the catamaran hulls being flat bottomed they sit down comfortably on the mud. Designed to be moored stern-to so they take minimum pontoon length and are only 12ft wide. Visit our “Where to Moor” section to see Marinas that we have agreements with.
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Having a 12ft Beam with their light weight construction they are able to be craned onto the back of a flatbed lorry usually with no need for police escorts.
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Any where in the world is possible and we can assist with the organisation.
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Both the insulated core within the build up of fibreglass structure and the additional multi-layer space foil retain heat in the winter and keep cool in the summer.
2yrs return to base warranty as standard.
If looked after a Marina Boat should by able to be passed down the generations.
Location specific but we have solutions to suit all. Ideally cleverly pumped into mains drainage although if not available we can install a biodigestor that breaks down the waste with a bacterial process and purifies the water to a level which is able to go overboard.
As good practice all boats should come out of the water every year to be jetwashed off and inspected although not necessary. All Marina Boats are anti-foul coated as standard although there are optional extras of copper coat or anti foul Vynal wrap that can warrant the extended time between required lift outs.
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Link to our finance provider (other finance provides available)
Currently they are zero rated for VAT if non-propelled and used as a prime residence. If you choose to go for the propelled version or are using to let out commercially, VAT is payable on the full price.
Where to Moor?
So you’ve decided on your model, now you need a home for it.
News
First Inspiration 36 to be built in our factory
Here are the first glimpses of the first Inspiration 36 (36ft) to be built in our factory View this model
Thames Showboat – Ready for viewing
Now we have unveiled our Thames Showboat, get in touch to arrange a viewing and chose your ideal spot.
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