This is a factual, true account of the journey of buying private boats over a span of 30 years. It includes extracts from the journal I kept over this time detailing every voyage, and the renovation work undertaken. The account includes tips and knowledge relating to boat renovations and experiences. It covers life on The River Thames, Hire Boating in France, and taking our latest project over to France in 2019 and the return voyage to the UK. This will appeal to those people thinking about buying a boat, as well as those who are interested in people’s life experiences