Where does he live?

A long held dream realised

Richard was once accused by an HM Immigration Officer of having an 'alternative lifestyle', hence he assumes that it is not that different after all. He has merely achieved a long held ambition to live in the equivalent of a damp bedsit, where he is constantly fixing things. Not satisfied with the suffering involved in boat ownership, he decided to buy a yacht too.

Whilst he enjoys the notoriety and often, with much mirth, agrees with the image of a lavish, carefree lifestyle, he admits it's cheaper and more convenient than living in a house. Once he has annoyed the neighbours sufficiently and been ejected from the odd resturant, he can simply move on.

Soon after the purchase in 2000, he was painfully enlightened as to why this 28' canal boat was sold cheaply. After he had completed the task of renovation, "Triggers' new broom" was made ready for occupation. Sitting on a newly plated hull, with a new interior and fresh paint she is a prime example of a classic 1980 Springer 'Noddy'. Whilst in the UK, this is his prefered residence, but he can often be found on someone’s sofa.

The accidental purchase of a sailing yacht is very difficult to explain whilst drinking to the 'hair of the dog'. Nonetheless, the 1980 Warrior III is a fine ocean passage maker, with a garage. In contrast to the Tardis, the main living accommodation covers 20' of a total of 35'. The aft cabin is separated by the centre cockpit, which serves as the cupboard under the stairs. To accommodate the showering habits of his crew of one, he has increased the water tankage from 200L to 600L. Whilst his list of projects is great, she has already proved herself capable of 8.8 KT, almost equivalent to jogging. If Richard is to be found here, he is at anchor during the Summer and in a marina during the Winter.