Welcome to the ‘Charnwood Hobbit’ range of steel narrowboats. 2+2 berth, all electric propulsion (diesel option if required) over a range of four boat lengths: 42’, 37’, 32’ & 27’. The ‘Hobbit’ concept is very similar to an all-electric car, with around two days cruising before needing a charge either by having returned to base or a planned excursion to a marina charge point. As an alternative, the cruising range can be extended with on-board solar and/or generator. The ‘Hobbit’ range was developed for keeping the comfor... read more

Charnwood Hobbit 42' steel narrowboats. 2+2 berth, all electric propulsion with solar and diesel generator.. Currently in build. This boat will be on display at the 2024 Crick Boat Show. Propulsion by 8kW 48volt Lynch Marlin electric motor powered 400amp @ 48volt Lithium batteries. Range extender, 1.2kW of solar and BETA Gen 10 diesel generator. The ‘Hobbit’ range was developed for keeping the comforts of modern boating within reasonable costs, both in terms of initial purchase and ongoing running costs, including mooring / licence fees. Internal layout, L shape dine... read more