We are Steel Boat Builders with a growing reputation for producing top Quality Steel Narrowboat Shells and Wide Beams. Having been based at Chesterfield we have recently relocated to larger premises, with better manufacturing facilities in Ratcliffe On Soar, Nottingham.

Our marina based premises are centrally located within the UK in the heart of the waterways system, and close to the m1 motorway, you are welcome to visit us at any time to discuss your requirements, or view boats during the build process.

Each boat is hand crafted and tailor made to suit the customer's requirements, individual style and quality is guaranteed. We are proud to show our shells, all our boats are 10/6/5mm specification. 5mm roof is fitted as standard; this gives a smooth flat roof with no corrugations.

▪ Steel Boat Fabrication

▪ Fit out Facilities & Moorings Available

▪ Full Service Design, Build, Fit Out

▪ Build To Any Stage

▪ Bespoke Design

▪ Personal Service

▪ Over 100 Years Experience

▪ Friendly Advice

Our shells have a reinforced hull, stylish bows, thickened cabin edges and our own styled fender eyes on top of the fuel tank. We maintain our high quality standards below the water line too. Our robust rudder is made from 10mm thick plate and is reinforced and counter balanced for handling ease. We believe that the style and quality of a Narrow Boat lies beneath the paintwork. Finance is available on request, please contact us to discuss your requirements.

Soar Valley Steel Boats Ltd offers a friendly and personal service. All our shells are high in both quality and style. With many additional features added as standard. We pride ourselves on our customer service, quality of workmanship and attention to detail.