2009 Barge Wolstenholme

This 2009 Wolstenholme is a 57-foot steel motor barge built for long-distance cruising. The raised pilothouse contains an internal helm station, while an external helm position sits on the raised aft deck, giving the skipper flexibility in how to command the boat.

Two double cabins, each with ensuite heads, form the main sleeping accommodation. The convertible dinette extends sleeping capacity to six when needed. The layout balances private quarters with sociable common areas typical of well-designed cruising barges.

Power comes from a single Vetus-Deutz diesel engine delivering 140 hp, pushing the boat to a cruising speed of 6 knots with a maximum speed of 7 knots. The steel hull and robust engineering reflect the builder's focus on durability and seaworthiness for serious inland and coastal passage-making.