HUMBER MARINER - £25,000

⚓ Humber Mariner — Ex Tanker Barge | Exceptional Conversion Opportunity on a Residential Mooring

   Premier Houseboats are pleased to present Humber Mariner, an ex-tanker barge built by the Yorkshire Dry Dock Co. in 1963, now situated on a secure residential mooring and ready to be transformed into a large and characterful floating home.

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🏡 Overview

  Humber Mariner offers enormous potential for conversion, with six internal tanks of approximately 70 cubic metres each providing an outstanding blank canvas for creative development. These compartments could be opened up to form a truly impressive open-plan living space, with additional scope to build further accommodation or outdoor living areas on deck.

  This vessel retains her classic working boat character, making her an ideal choice for those seeking a distinctive home that combines industrial heritage with residential comfort.

  A Gardner 8L3B engine remains on board — a renowned and robust marine engine — which, although not run for several years, could potentially be restored to working order.

  This project offers the opportunity to create a spacious family home afloat, whilst maintaining the authentic look and feel of a true working vessel.

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⚙️ Features & Conversion Potential

Six large tanks providing exceptional internal volume for redevelopment

Potential to create a multi-level home with ample living and deck space

Gardner 8L3B engine (non-operational but restorable)

Substantial steel hull and classic barge lines

Secure residential mooring in a sought-after and well-connected location

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🌆 Location & Lifestyle

Situated within a friendly and convenient village setting, Humber Mariner benefits from easy access to local amenities and transport links:

Within walking distance of a general store and restaurant/diner

Nearby bus terminus serving surrounding areas

Local facilities include schools, restaurants, takeaways, doctor, dentist, chemist, shops, swimming pool, and leisure centre

A2/M2 within ten minutes by car — ideal for commuting to London or the coast

Strood train station nearby, offering high-speed services to London (approx. 40 minutes)

Close proximity to the River Medway, with sailing opportunities and scenic countryside walks

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📏 Specifications

Vessel Name: Humber Mariner

Vessel Type: Ex Tanker Barge

Builder: Yorkshire Dry Dock Co.

Year Constructed: 1963

Condition: Good (conversion project)

Length Overall: 140 ft

Beam: 17 ft 6 in

Maximum Draft: 4 ft

Engine Model: Gardner 8L3B

Engine Type: Diesel

No. of Engines: 1

Hull Material: Steel

Hull Type: Flat Bottom

 

💬 Summary

Humber Mariner presents a rare opportunity to create an exceptional floating home with enormous interior volume, genuine maritime heritage, and a prime residential mooring. Her scale and structure make her a superb project for conversion, with the potential to become a truly impressive family residence afloat.

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📝 Disclaimer

Premier Houseboats offers the details of this advert in good faith as presented by the seller or their representative but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information or the condition of the described vessel. Buyers should instruct their agents or surveyors to verify details as required. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.