Coastal & Inland Marinas

Arundel, West Sussex set on the tidal River Arun beneath its iconic castle, offers a charming and practical gateway to boating along one of West Sussex’s most historic waterways. With easy access to the Arun’s winding river routes, nearby slipways, and the wider coastal network around Littlehampton and the South Coast, the town supports a steady mix of small‑craft users, paddle‑sports enthusiasts and visiting boaters.

Bembridge, Isle of Wight, is a favourite haven for leisure boaters, coastal explorers, and families seeking calm waters and a welcoming marine community. With its sheltered harbour, scenic approaches, and easy access to the Solent, Bembridge offers one of the most relaxed yet rewarding boating environments on the island. 

Birmingham, West Mildands is at the heart of Britain’s canal network, offering one of the most varied and accessible cruising bases in the Midlands. With over 100 miles of interconnected waterways, the city provides narrowboat owners and holidaymakers with a choice of scenic routes, historic towpaths, and well‑supported mooring locations right across the region. 

Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire may sit inland on the River Stort, but its strong transport links and established technical trades make it an important support centre for the wider marine community across Hertfordshire, Essex, and the East Coast. With easy access to the River Stort, the Lee Navigation, the Thames, and coastal hubs such as Burnham‑on‑Crouch and the Blackwater, the town has become a practical base for marine engineers, electricians, fabricators, and specialist suppliers serving both inland and coastal craft.

Bourne End, Buckinghamshire set on a scenic stretch of the River Thames between Marlow and Cookham, is a well‑loved base for leisure boating, rowing and riverside cruising. With its sheltered moorings, active yacht and sailing clubs, and easy access to some of the Thames’ most popular reaches, the village supports a strong community of boat owners, day‑trippers and visiting craft.

Bradford, West Yorkshire sits at the crossroads of Yorkshire’s historic canal network, offering a distinctive blend of industrial heritage, green valley landscapes, and easy access to some of the North’s most characterful inland waterways. With the Leeds & Liverpool Canal running close by and the Aire Valley routes linking the district to Skipton, Leeds, and the wider Pennine system, Bradford provides boaters with scenic cruising, well‑kept towpaths, and a gateway to Yorkshire’s most iconic canal stretches. 

Bradford‑on‑Avon, Wiltshire set along the Kennet & Avon Canal and surrounded by the rolling Wiltshire countryside, is one of the most picturesque and popular boating stops on the waterway. With its historic wharf, well‑used towpaths and easy cruising routes toward Bath, Devizes and the wider K&A network, the town supports a lively mix of leisure boaters, continuous cruisers and visiting narrowboats.

Brightlingsea, Essex is a characterful harbour community on the Colne Estuary, known for its strong sailing heritage, friendly waterfront, and easy access to sheltered East Coast cruising grounds. With a well‑run marina, local boatyards, marine engineers, chandlers, and active yacht clubs, the town offers everything visiting skippers and leisure boaters need.

Brighton, East Sussex is home to a lively and diverse marine scene, centred around its modern marina and a community of boat owners, sailors, and marine professionals. From leisure cruising and watersports to specialist marine services, the city offers a welcoming base for anyone exploring the South Coast. 

Our Brighton marine directory brings together the businesses, facilities, and expertise that support this energetic coastal hub, making it easy to discover everything the local marine world has to offer.

Bromsgrove, Worcestershire sits at the heart of the Worcester & Birmingham Canal, offering one of Worcestershire’s most attractive stretches of inland waterway for leisure boaters, walkers, and holidaymakers. With the famous Tardebigge Flight just north of the town and peaceful countryside routes extending toward Worcester and Birmingham, Bromsgrove provides scenic cruising, well‑kept towpaths, and a welcoming mix of heritage and outdoor activity. 

Burton‑on‑Trent, Staffordshire may be best known for its brewing heritage, but it also sits at the heart of a well‑used inland waterway network that continues to support a thriving boating community. With the River Trent flowing through the town and easy links to the Trent & Mersey Canal, Burton offers a welcoming base for narrowboaters, cruisers and leisure craft exploring the Midlands.

Buscot, Oxfordshire is one of the Upper Thames’s most picturesque and quietly industrious boating locations. Set between Lechlade and Kelmscott, this small riverside community supports a steady flow of leisure craft, paddlers, and narrowboats navigating the historic Thames. Its lock, moorings, and surrounding waterways make it an important stopping point for boaters exploring Oxfordshire’s inland cruising routes.

Carrickfergus, County Antrim, one of Northern Ireland’s oldest and most historic harbour towns, sits proudly on the northern shore of Belfast Lough and remains a key hub for leisure boating, sailing and coastal cruising. With its sheltered marina, active yacht clubs and easy access to the wider lough and North Channel, the town supports a vibrant community of boat owners, visiting yachts and commercial operators.

Chertsey, Surrey offers a friendly, well‑connected base for boaters exploring the upper Thames, with a mix of trusted marine services, riverside facilities and local specialists supporting everything from day‑boats to larger cruisers. 

The town’s strong boating heritage is reflected in its marinas, brokerage operations, engineering support, chandlery access, and training providers, giving skippers a reliable network whether they’re maintaining their vessel, planning a new purchase or simply enjoying time on the water. 

Chichester, West Sussex is one of the South Coast’s most inviting cruising destinations, offering a beautifully protected natural harbour, a thriving sailing community, and easy access to the Solent and wider South Coast waters. 

With modern marinas, full‑service boatyards, skilled marine engineers, chandlers, riggers, and active yacht clubs, the area provides everything visiting skippers and local boat owners need. 

Christchurch, Dorset sits at the sheltered meeting point of the Rivers Stour and Avon, offering a peaceful, scenic cruising destination with easy access to Christchurch Harbour and the wider Dorset coastline. With friendly yacht clubs, well‑equipped boatyards, skilled marine engineers, chandlers, slipway access, and a welcoming town centre just a short stroll from the water, Christchurch provides everything visiting skippers and local boat owners need.

Colchester, Essex with its historic links to the River Colne and easy access to the Essex coastline, remains an important centre for boating, small‑craft activity and marine services in the region. From the tidal waters around Wivenhoe and Rowhedge to the wider estuary leading toward Brightlingsea and the North Sea, the area supports a strong community of leisure boaters, commercial operators and visiting yachts.

Coventry, West Midlands, positioned at the heart of the Midlands and closely linked to the Oxford Canal and the wider Grand Union network, offers convenient access to a broad range of inland‑waterway services. With popular cruising routes toward Hawkesbury Junction, Braunston, Rugby and Warwickshire’s extensive canal system, the city supports a steady flow of narrowboats, leisure craft and visiting cruisers passing through the region.

Cowes, Isle of Wight is a world‑renowned sailing capital, celebrated for its rich maritime heritage, vibrant waterfront, and the unmistakable buzz that comes with hosting some of the most prestigious regattas on the planet. 

Dartmouth, Devon is one of the South West’s most celebrated boating destinations, where a historic riverside town meets a deep, sheltered harbour that has welcomed sailors for centuries. Set along the beautiful River Dart, it offers excellent marina facilities, specialist boatyards, skilled marine engineers, and a strong network of local marine businesses supporting everything from routine maintenance to long‑distance cruising.

Datchet, Berkshire sits on the banks of the River Thames, offering a convenient base for small‑craft users, paddle‑sports enthusiasts and anyone exploring the waterways between Windsor and Staines. 

Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, sits at the meeting point of the Droitwich Canals and the River Severn, offering one of Worcestershire’s most accessible gateways to the inland waterways. With its fully restored canal network, welcoming marinas and well‑kept towpaths, the town provides a calm, scenic base for narrowboat owners, hire‑boat holidaymakers and anyone exploring the region by water.

Exeter, Devon sits at the meeting point of river, estuary, and coast—making it one of Devon’s most strategically placed centres for marine services. Linked directly to the River Exe, Exmouth, and the wider South‑west coastline, the city supports a thriving network of marine engineers, electricians, chandlers, fabricators, and specialist suppliers who serve both leisure craft and commercial operators across the region.

Falmouth, Cornwall is one of the UK’s most iconic sailing destinations, where deep‑water harbours, world‑class marine services, and a vibrant coastal culture come together. With its rich maritime heritage, specialist boatyards, full‑service marinas, and a thriving network of marine professionals, the town offers everything boat owners need — whether you’re cruising the Carrick Roads, preparing for offshore passages, or simply enjoying life on the water.

Faversham, Kent is one of England’s most characterful waterside towns, where historic creek‑side industry, traditional boatbuilding, and a strong local sailing culture meet. Set along the sheltered Swale, it offers a unique blend of tidal waterways, classic maritime craftsmanship, and a close‑knit boating community.

Fowey, Cornwall is a gem of the South West, offering one of Cornwall’s most picturesque and sheltered natural harbours. Steeped in maritime history and known for its deep‑water anchorage, the town has long been a favourite stop for cruising sailors, visiting yachts, and working boats alike. With its well‑equipped harbour facilities, friendly yacht clubs, and a network of local marine services, Fowey provides everything boat owners need for a smooth and enjoyable stay.

Fraserburgh, Aberdeenshire is one of Scotland’s most significant working ports, with a long‑established reputation at the heart of the nation’s fishing and maritime industries. The town supports a wide range of marine services, from vessel maintenance, engineering, and fabrication to harbour operations, offshore support, and specialist equipment suppliers serving the North Sea fleet.

Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, sits on the southern bank of the River Tyne, forming part of one of the North East’s most recognisable waterfronts. With the Tyne’s busy commercial routes, well‑used leisure stretches, and iconic bridges linking Gateshead to Newcastle, the area offers a distinctive mix of urban waterfront regeneration, maritime heritage, and active boating communities.

Gillingham, Kent sits at the heart of the historic Medway waterfront, offering a practical, well‑connected base for boat owners, visiting skippers, and marine businesses alike. With its sheltered river setting, modern marina facilities, and strong maritime heritage, Gillingham provides reliable access to the Medway Estuary, the Thames approaches, and the wider Kent coastline. 

The town supports a growing community of sailors, cruisers, and marine professionals, with boatyards, engineers, chandlers, riggers, and support services all within easy reach. 

Gosport, Hampshire sits directly across the harbour from Portsmouth and has long been a cornerstone of the Solent’s boating and maritime community. With its extensive waterfront, modern marinas, specialist boatyards, and strong network of marine engineers, riggers, chandlers, and service providers, the town offers everything boat owners and marine businesses need. From leisure sailors and cruising yachts to commercial operators and training centres, Gosport supports a thriving marine ecosystem shaped by decades of nautical expertise.