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HEART OF GOLD was built in 1897 in Birmingham, although her builder is currently unknown. Originally built as an iron open day boat, she was at some time (approximately 1897) converted to a live aboard vessel. After tragically burning out in 2009, her present owner converted her back to an open working boat.
The forward 35' is riveted iron and the rear is steel, apart from the engine hull sides, which are also original riveted construction. Unlike most ex BCN day boats, she retains a fully riveted bottom to the front section.
At the time of registration, HEART OF GOLD was being used as a fuel boat.
Built by an unknown builder in Birmingham a Cargo Vessel (Narrow Boat-Iron Open Day Boat) for commercial trade on the Kennet & Avon Canal
She was converted to a live aboard vessel
She burnt out and was converted back to an Open Working Boat by the present owner
If you are the owner of this vessel and would like to provide more details or updated information, please contact info@nationalhistoricships.org.uk
National Historic Ships UK acknowledges the financial support of its sponsors