Episode 3: The one about Kingsground Narrowboats
with Tiff Gale-Haynes

Waffling by the waterside podcast

In this inspiring episode Paul Knox-Johnston sits down with Tiffany Gale Haynes, co-owner of Kingsground Narrowboats and Enslow Marina, to talk about the hard work, passion and heritage behind one of the UK’s most respected narrowboat builders.

Tiff shares the journey of Kingsground, from its humble beginnings to becoming an award-winning, family-run boatbuilding business rooted deeply in the inland waterways community. She opens up about:

  • Moving from the caravan industry into narrowboat building.
  • The emotional and practical challenges of moving sites and rebuilding the business.
  • The craftsmanship and creativity that define Kingsground’s bespoke builds.
  • What makes the Kingsground “family” – staff, customers, and liveaboard community – so special.

With tales of resilience and the community spirit that comes with life on the UK’s waterways, this podcast has it all – laughter, tears, and a certain exploding hydraulic bed experiment!

Whether you’re a boater, a business owner, or simply love stories of determination and creativity, this is an episode not to miss.

Black and white illustration of two people talking on a narrowboat, with podcast branding and text about Kingsground Narrowboats.

About Kingsground Narrowboats

Kingsground is a family-run business based in Oxfordshire, building bespoke narrowboats and widebeams with a personal touch that reflects their liveaboard experience and dedication to craftsmanship. Learn more: www.kingsground.co.uk

Follow Kingsground on Instagram: @teamkingsground

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