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How does a Broad Beam barge compare to a narrowboat?

Many narrowboaters love the UK canals and the life style that goes with it, but wish for a little bit more 'beamier' space, especially those who live aboard, or spend many months at a time on board. A broad beam barge is the ideal upgrade. Some comparisons:-

  • As a general comparison a 70-foot long narrowboat has the equivalent usable living space as a 35ft long wide beam, a 55 feet lon