Crafted Boats Ltd, Boat Builder

01/07/2026

LOW DIESEL PRICES AT FENNY MARINA! ⛽
We're proud to be offering what we believe are among the lowest diesel prices on the Oxford Canal – and possibly the wider canal network!
⚓ Domestic Diesel – £1.05 per litre
⚓ Propulsion Diesel – £1.50 per litre
With fuel prices still varying widely from one marina to the next, it pays to fill up where your money goes further.
Whether you're one of our moorers or just passing through, you're always welcome to call in, top up, and browse our well-stocked chandlery while you're here. We also have fresh coffee, ice creams, provisions and friendly service waiting for you.
📍 Fenny Marina – great value, great service, and a warm welcome always awaits.
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30/06/2026

We just wrapped up a spray foam insulation job on this brand-new Black Prince boat! 🛥️✨

Our team meticulously applied and cut back the foam to ensure the interior is perfectly insulated and fully protected against condensation—no matter what the British weather throws at it. 🌧️❄️

Why choose spray foam?

Maximum Thermal Efficiency: Keeps the cabin warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

Take a look at that satisfyingly smooth finish! 👇

30/06/2026

30/06/2026

☀️ Fenny Marina is going GREEN! 🌿🔋

Big news! We’re taking a massive step toward a sustainable future with our brand-new 15kW solar panel system.

Can you believe our little marina uses just shy of 50,000 kWh of electricity every year?! 😲⚡

With these new panels soaking up the rays, we’re on track to slash our grid usage by 27%. We're proud to make Fenny Marina a cleaner, greener home for our amazing boating community! 🚤🌍✨

21/06/2026

Whew, what a massive week in the yard! 🛠️⚓ The crew has been flat out smashing milestones:

* Top side repaint finish
* this ABC vee bottom Plover is delivered and ready for fit-out!
* Steel work wrapped up on the next ABC vee bottom Swift, now in to the paint shop.
* Seagull Trust: Progress is flying along nicely
* Next Build: No stopping us—we’ve already started and well on the way with the next steel boat!
Time for a well-deserved weekend! 🍻

21/06/2026

07/06/2026

⛽ Keeping Our Diesel Prices As Low As We Can ⛽
Like everyone else, we've been watching the recent fuel shortages and wholesale price increases with concern. While global events and political decisions continue to impact fuel supplies and costs, we want to reassure our customers that we are doing everything we can to keep our diesel prices as low and as fair as possible.
We know that many boaters rely on affordable fuel, whether you're cruising the waterways, living aboard, or simply enjoying a day out. That's why we're committed to keeping our margins sensible and only passing on genuine increases when absolutely necessary.
As always, we'll continue to monitor the situation closely and work with our suppliers to secure the best possible prices for our customers.
Thank you for your continued support of our marina and chandlery. We appreciate every visit, every fuel stop, and every friendly face on the towpath.
⚓ Safe cruising, and we'll keep doing our best to keep you moving.

01/06/2026

⚓️ Next up in the paint shop! ⚓️
Our next project is officially inside. This beautiful narrowboat is here for a full top-side repaint, alongside a major electrical and solar upgrade! ☀️🔋

There’s nothing quite like stripping back the weathered layers and making her new again,

We’ll be sharing progress updates as we go from strip back to primer to those crisp, final coachlines. Stay tuned to see the transformation! 🖌️✨

🎨 Thinking of giving your boat a refresh?
Our booking calendar fills up fast. Drop us a message or leave a comment below to chat about your next project—whether it’s a full repaint, electrical upgrades, or winter blacking.

22/05/2026

⚓ We are officially at the Crick Boat Show! ⚓
Come say hi to the Craftedboats team at Stand Q47! Whether you’re ready to design your dream bespoke build or want to chat about keeping your current boat in peak condition, we’ve got you covered.

✨ New Boat Builds
🔧 Expert Repairs & Maintenance
🌊 Full Marina Services
If it’s to do with boating, we can do it. Stop by Stand Q47 to meet the crew and talk shop! 🚤👋