Description
‘Lafayette’ is a beautifully presented 56ft Semi-Traditional Narrowboat, built by the highly regarded Piper Boatbuilders in 2003. She features a professional fit-out in solid ash tongue and groove with matching solid ash trims, showcasing excellent craftsmanship and a warm, inviting interior. She is powered by the reliable Beta Marine 38hp diesel engine with a new PRM 120 gearbox fitted in August 2025.
In 2011, Lafayette received a professional repaint by renowned boat painter Andy Russell, ensuring she remains as striking on the outside as she is comfortable within.
Boat available to view at Swanley Bridge Marina, near Nantwich.
Layout: Semi-Trad stern, Bedroom, Bathroom, Galley, Saloon, doors to foredeck.
Bedroom: Fixed double bed with storage below, full height wardrobe, over-bed cupboard, portholes and curtains.
Bathroom: Large shower enclosure with shower and glazed door, vanity unit with inset wash basin, chrome mixer tap with cupboard below, Vetus pump-out toilet, full height storage beside shower, heated towel rail.
Galley: stainless steel sink and drainer, ceramic tiled worktops with matching splash-backs, wall cupboard with integral wine rack, Country Leisure Midi Prima gas oven and grill, four burner gas hob, Shoreline fridge, Goodmans microwave,
Saloon: ‘L’ shaped fixed sofa/dinette which converts to double berth, drop leaf dining table, TV, corner cabinet windows and curtains.
Asking Price
- £59,995
- StatusUnder Offer
Details
- NameLafayette
- Year of Manufacture2003
- TypeSemi-Trad
- Length56 (ft)
- Berth(s)2+2
- Hull BuilderPiper Boatbuilding.
- Fit OutPiper Boatbuilding
Engine Information
- Engine TypeBeta Marine 38hp four-cylinder diesel engine.
- Fuel Tank Capacity227 litres
- BowthrusterNo
- GearboxNew PRM 120 gearbox fitted AUgust 2025
Maintenance
- Last Blacked2024 (Bitumen)
- Anodes6 anodes
- Boat SafetyExpires February 2030
- Last SurveyJuly 2025
Heating & Plumbing
- WCPump-Out
- StoveBubble diesel stove
- Central HeatingBubble diesel stove back boiler feeding radiators
Electrics
- Batteries1 starter and 4 leisure.
- SolarNo
Cabin & Furnishings
- Bed(s)Fixed double and make up double.
- SeatingL shaped dinette.
- FridgeShoreline Fridge
- CookingCountry leisure Midi Prima gas oven and grill.

























