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After being let down,a lucky escape,much searching,we have this.a westward 38.original name was Balmoral castle.then heatwave and now re named dream time.already given blood to the cause.! Improvements to be done over the coming months. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

After being let down we have got this.very happy.was called Balmoral castle.met the sister boat at beccles,Edinburgh castle. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

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The survey went well.hope to be aboard on thursday. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

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Herbert woods diesel £1.30.pumpout £15. Sutton staith diesel £1.20.pumpout £12. 8/june/18 Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

There is a video on You tube showing someone going past there. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

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Try wd40.it may or may not work.but if you have some handy its worth a try Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

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Which boat were you looking at? We also looked at northan light.we liked the space at the rear but it wasnt quite there for us.we got on the waiting list at sutton staithe last year knowing that at some point we would have a boat.we got the mooring 2 months ago. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

Because the boat is having new heating fitted and the survey person being so busy we will have to wait a couple of weeks until we can take ownership.having fun though thinking of the things we want to do and things we will have to buy like plates etc.As for the broker at wroxham we kept him informed all of the time and it was him that said if there was any interest he would phone.If got right on my wick that he didnt keep to his word.anyway his loss and our gain.cant wait to get boating though. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

So the search is over.we have been looking for a suitable boat for about 9 months.first was a seamaster 30 with a single engine.a very nice example but not the boat for us.a safari 30 but the owers son got a bit gready on the price and it remains for sale.although a stunning example.then we looked at a boat that a lovley couple owned called carol ann.we liked this a lot and put in an offer.but due to family grief on our side the sale didnt go through.carol ann did sell a couple of weeks later and we hope the new owner is very happy.Then on a hand shake from a broker in wroxham we were going to (subject to a survey) buy an aquafibre 38.(seeker)we even saw the broker last saturday at the boat show to confirm we would see him thursday.monday the boat was under offer and it wasnt us.so much for a gentleman's agreement! We were seriously ticked off.so we took our money else where.inbetween this we looked at a boat eastern light.it was nice(loved the space at the back)but the price wasnt negotiable and it was straight out of the hire fleet so would need our own needs added.at the same time we did look at another boat.We have been back today to look at it and take it for a river trial.we wete very supprised how quiet it was.it has been in private ownership and looks well looked after with winter covers,new (to be fitted by the present owner)heating,led lights and a modern galley.we are able to make it our own and make some improvments over time.so what have we bought(subject to the survey)?a westward 38.thanks to everyone that has answered my stupid questions(I m sure I will have more)thanks for all the advice which I have taken on board.we hope to see you all on the rivers.my NBN sticker is waiting to go in the window. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

It is seriously nice but the owners wont come down on price too much so over budget.such a shame. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

I have spoken to the seller and also our boat yard.unfortunately too big for the marina.thanks though. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

Im going to have a look at this.very nice. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

I have enquired about this.too much air draft.unfortunately.thank you for looking for me. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

I quite like these.what are peoples thoughts? Maybe going to look at one. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

We have seen the waterside marine boats but they wont budge on price.norfolk boat sales pearl 38 is under offer.something will come up that has what we want at the right price. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

I was going to by a boat and thought a deal had been done(thanks nbs) but it got sold.So Im on the lookout for an aquafibre 38 or similar style boat.if you have one for sale or know of one please let me know.I would consider a bounty style of the same size.thank you. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

Very disappointed with this years show.the best thing was the food stalls outside.if they have it again I wont be going. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

Go slower.or stop.I do. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app

Hello we didnt end up buying carol anne so could you please remove us.thanks.still looking for a boat.

Hello.we have been looking at boats and popped in to see Rob.we came to say hello but you wernt in.hope you're enjoying the mooring.John.

I like to have a paper map with me as I find it easier to orientation myself. A Sat nav doesn't give me a sense of direction. Sent from the Norfolk Broads Network mobile app