Narrowboat Audrey Too was built by Paul Widdowson. We hadn’t seen another boat by the same builder, but on arrival at Sheffield’s Victoria Quays, we were put near to a Paul Widdowson boat called Trilby.
Here’s the front deck of Audrey Too. I appreciate the handles cut into the steel to help you get on and off the boat, it’s a great feature that Paul adds to his boats and really handy when the deck’s slippery.
Trilby is very similar in design, with similar but straighter handles, the same t-stud at the front and similar decorative touches on the roof and gas bottle hatch.
Here’s the cruiser style stern of Trilby. A large deck area, with plenty of room for people to stand at the back, and join the person who’s steering.
See more of Paul’s boats on his Facebook page. Unfortunately he’s no longer trading, due to ill health.
Trilby has a very interesting propeller configuration. Have a chat with the owner if you get chance. I missed them last time they passed through Tinsley Marina. I am interested to find out, just how well the prop works.
mick