January 08

Engine room nears completion and systems are tested.

January 08

Trims and skirting almost completed

December 07

Wooden flooring laid in the saloon, galley and bedroom

December 07

The wood is treated in the engine room and Paul has managed to find a space to store the fold up bikes.

December 07

Wood is now treated in the bedroom

November 07

Corner unit oiled and doors fitted

November 07

Lockgate stove completely installed,panels oiled and Finrad cover completed

November 07

Handles fitted and units oiled

November 07

The windows and portholes are serviced and refitted to the boat

November 07

Maria has completed the coach lines on the side panels

November 07

Maria paints the panels on the side of the boat ready for lining in maroon

October 07

The wardrobe doors in the bedroom have been glazed with mirrors to help create the illusion of space.

October 07

The bow doors have been lined and windows fitted

October 07

The electrical systems are well under way

October 07

Maria has completed the roof just awaiting its non slip coat

October 07

Maria painting the final top coat and preparing to paint the side panels in cream

October 07

The Maisibert comes to life.

October 07

The Maisibert has its first review

A Member from the Canals and Boats forum paid a visit to Heartwood Narrowboats and posted a report on the website.

You can see the full report in the boat builders section by clicking on the Boats and Canals link at the bottom of this page

October 07

The mooring for The Maisibert are taking shape at Heyford Fields Mariner

October 07

The Maisibert is waiting for Maria to complete the final coat of blue paint

October 07

Lockgate stove partially installed and holes cut for the windows in the bow doors

October 07

The saloon and galley is taking shape

October 07

Television unit installed and steps partially made.

Preparations for the installation of the Lockgate stove in the left hand corner of the saloon

October 07

Galley nearing completion

October 07

Bathroom is nearly completed