Fareham Life. Living on a Dutch barge on Fareham's waterfront. Roger and Anne Hutchins reveal all. Copyright. Bob Aylott Fareham Life. music copyright Andy Billups
Small world, i was in 2nd Fareham sea scouts based in lower quay. we rowed down the Thames in a gig right under Westminster bridge, an amazing day. I now live in Waverly rd, Portsmouth.You may recognise my picture. im hunting for a narrow boat atm, although i doubt id be in Fareham as i lived there for 20 odd years. I wish you all the best and keep up the good work... :)
Hi guys that was a great vid as a guy that comes from Portsmouth I am now living in Colchester and by the end of the year hope to be living on a Narrow boat good luck to you both.
I used to have a barge which was much smaller, Bertskipeje spelling ? which I had a top put on at Jones on the Thames. I bought it in Holland and motored it across the Channel Very foolish!! beyond very foolish and it fitted a grand union lock, it was moored up in Rickmansworth. It was sadly not easy to move as it was high at the front and scared narrowboats, The top wheel house had to be cut off - bridges !! and I built a lovely new one which folded. it had diesel heaters and funnily enough a Bedford engine . memories! I used to lecture at Fareham college much later.
I know the guy who owns that dry dock, worked with him a few times. Small world. Well, his son, it sounds like you met his dad who's less involved now.
Anne & Roger! It’s Troy from Portsmouth days...how strange and lovely to find you here while researching living on a narrow boat! Find me on Facebook and send a message.
I would say don't a masters ticket because you are owners but insuring it be a little excessive. I never need a masters ticket. I would get someone teach you, like nav and winds.
Anne, I laughed when you said you weren't certain what you would do if he died first but you wouldn't leave the barge. The first thought that flashed through my mind was "a succession of younger male deck hands until you found a good fit!" If you follow up with you maritime regulatory body you shouldn't have problems obtaining the licenses you need. In place of steel balls I suggest a good bow thruster. So, question, as soon barge does it have an Engine? Technically in the U.S. barges aren't self propelled but require a tug to move them. But if this is your pipe dream, then sit down with blank paper and list everything required to make the dream come true. Then what steps would be required to complete each task. Then if one of those steps fail what's the backup plan to ensure completion. Pencil out the cost and what steps and sacrifices you have to make to successfully complete the tasks and make the dream come tree. Once you actually sit down and comit energy & effort to this you'll realise it's not such a pipe dream after all. Best of luck, Scott
scott mate that's a bit dodge like not gonna lie i mean you do you but that was well dodgy what you just said don't mean nothing by it just saying if i am allowed to speak my mind anymore.......hard to tell these days anyway go on yourself scott i like you i like the cut of your jib don't listen to anyone scott just yourself (and me) you got this fella
i hope no British welders watched this and heard what you said about those Polish welders, as they aren't the best in the world, you have to remember this country was known for its ship building and the welders etc, just saying before any British welders take offence to what you said, loved watching the video though, i would have loved to have stayed on one of these, as I've only ever seen one Dutch barge up close and cruised passed one and that was on the Norfolk Broads last September at Gt Yarmouth just past the the yacht station
Hi I don't think you need a master ticket because you are owners. However insurance might cost. I never needed one and I have in my younger day I master many private MV boat back 100 ton plus
you must have a large boating license (a + b) for sailing on Dutch waters. as long as you do not sail commercially. what is needed in england i don't know. expatinfoholland.nl/help-guides/sports/sailing-boating-guidelines-in-netherlands/ info for boating in england: www.rya.org.uk/knowledge-advice/safe-boating/Pages/hub.aspx
Lived in Portsmouth for many years, but now watching from the states. I would love to come see the barge next time I'm over! Thanks for the tour!
What a fantastic boat and what an amazing story! I am full of admiration.
that was a lovely video
Lovely conversion. Lots of light. Enjoyed your story. Thanks.
Small world, i was in 2nd Fareham sea scouts based in lower quay. we rowed down the Thames in a gig right under Westminster bridge, an amazing day. I now live in Waverly rd, Portsmouth.You may recognise my picture. im hunting for a narrow boat atm, although i doubt id be in Fareham as i lived there for 20 odd years. I wish you all the best and keep up the good work... :)
Great tale, well told and shot. Love the boat.. admire the owners. Thanks for sharing..
Great story, quite amusing.
I always wondered what she looked like inside, I’m not terribly surprised that they’ve done such a beautiful job on her. Lovely.
I would just love that life! hello from Ireland!
Hi guys that was a great vid as a guy that comes from Portsmouth I am now living in Colchester and by the end of the year hope to be living on a Narrow boat good luck to you both.
Beautiful. Id love to live in that one.
Absolutely beautiful I’m so envious thank you for sharing.
Well done , what a great story. thank you.
Gorgeous - I love the fact it's so "ship-like".
Wonderful
I used to have a barge which was much smaller, Bertskipeje spelling ? which I had a top put on at Jones on the Thames. I bought it in Holland and motored it across the Channel Very foolish!! beyond very foolish and it fitted a grand union lock, it was moored up in Rickmansworth. It was sadly not easy to move as it was high at the front and scared narrowboats, The top wheel house had to be cut off - bridges !! and I built a lovely new one which folded. it had diesel heaters and funnily enough a Bedford engine . memories! I used to lecture at Fareham college much later.
We 've seen this barge at wicor marine, 1 week ago, we stayed in Portsmouth, however i know wicor marine from the early 90's
I know the guy who owns that dry dock, worked with him a few times. Small world. Well, his son, it sounds like you met his dad who's less involved now.
Very informative thank you
Anne & Roger! It’s Troy from Portsmouth days...how strange and lovely to find you here while researching living on a narrow boat! Find me on Facebook and send a message.
Great story guys
My friend and her other half live there as well. We had a BBQ on board his boat last weekend
I will buy it now it is amazing
What are the dimensions of a Dutch barge
Great. Are they still there, in 2021?
Get her sailing ⛵ again and explore some places with her......
Anne you look very like Pam Ferris the actress. Love your boat.
I would say don't a masters ticket because you are owners but insuring it be a little excessive. I never need a masters ticket. I would get someone teach you, like nav and winds.
Wonderful story... You guys are very inspiring! How much do you pay for your residential mooring?
I'm guessing they would have paid around 22K for that..... its gorgeous isn;t it!
Anne, I laughed when you said you weren't certain what you would do if he died first but you wouldn't leave the barge. The first thought that flashed through my mind was "a succession of younger male deck hands until you found a good fit!" If you follow up with you maritime regulatory body you shouldn't have problems obtaining the licenses you need. In place of steel balls I suggest a good bow thruster. So, question, as soon barge does it have an Engine? Technically in the U.S. barges aren't self propelled but require a tug to move them. But if this is your pipe dream, then sit down with blank paper and list everything required to make the dream come true. Then what steps would be required to complete each task. Then if one of those steps fail what's the backup plan to ensure completion. Pencil out the cost and what steps and sacrifices you have to make to successfully complete the tasks and make the dream come tree. Once you actually sit down and comit energy & effort to this you'll realise it's not such a pipe dream after all. Best of luck, Scott
Well said Scott 👏👌
scott mate that's a bit dodge like not gonna lie i mean you do you but that was well dodgy what you just said don't mean nothing by it just saying if i am allowed to speak my mind anymore.......hard to tell these days anyway go on yourself scott i like you i like the cut of your jib don't listen to anyone scott just yourself (and me) you got this fella
If it feels solid then it must be oh dear.
i hope no British welders watched this and heard what you said about those Polish welders, as they aren't the best in the world, you have to remember this country was known for its ship building and the welders etc, just saying before any British welders take offence to what you said, loved watching the video though, i would have loved to have stayed on one of these, as I've only ever seen one Dutch barge up close and cruised passed one and that was on the Norfolk Broads last September at Gt Yarmouth just past the the yacht station
Hi I don't think you need a master ticket because you are owners. However insurance might cost. I never needed one and I have in my younger day I master many private MV boat back 100 ton plus
you must have a large boating license (a + b) for sailing on Dutch waters. as long as you do not sail commercially.
what is needed in england i don't know.
expatinfoholland.nl/help-guides/sports/sailing-boating-guidelines-in-netherlands/
info for boating in england: www.rya.org.uk/knowledge-advice/safe-boating/Pages/hub.aspx
Did you buy the barge before or after that ridiculous hair transplant?