About Rugby Boats
We offer a premium narrowboat brokerage from our wharf-side office on the Grand Union Canal, known for good-quality boats and knowledgeable staff. James and Claire Millsop took on the business in 2016, having met when James bought his first narrowboat and spending the next 6.5 years living aboard the UK waterways — and a year in France. We're a BRBA member operating under their Code of Conduct, with a protected client account, BMF standard paperwork on every sale and RCD certification checked where applicable, so buyers and sellers are in safe, experienced hands.
How we do things
Honestly described
Every boat is photographed properly on a Nikon and filmed for a full YouTube tour, so you see it clearly before you visit. No waffle about curtain colours.
Your money protected
Brokerage funds are held in a separate, protected client account, with BMF standard paperwork on every sale and RCD certification checked where applicable.
Fast, stress-free sales
Free mooring whilst on sale, trade plates and a straightforward process — many boats sell within days, often at full asking price.
Have a look at what's in
Every boat checked, every history shown. Browse the fleet and book a viewing on anything that catches your eye.