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We moved into a 59ft narrowboat – we’ve battled snow & windows are covered in condensation but rent & bills are £412
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We moved into a 59ft narrowboat – we’ve battled snow & windows are covered in condensation but rent & bills are £412

We moved into a 59ft narrowboat – we’ve battled snow & windows are covered in condensation but rent & bills are £412
Source: The Sun
Published: Feb, 11 2025 20:24

A THRIFTY couple have revealed their monthly costs after deciding to move into a 59ft narrowboat. After meeting at university and bonding over a shared love of adventure, Adam Lind and Lauren Coley Lind spent years exploring the world. After returning back home from their hitchhiking from the UK to Iran, the adventurous duo spent some time living with Lauren's mum when Covid-19 hit. At the time, Adam told Love Property, they had no idea where to live.

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