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Marinas & Mooring
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Motor Cruising
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The Lingo
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Family Boating
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Man (or Woman) Overboard
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About ‘Surf Safety Hire’
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A Boat From Home
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Fishing & Angling: An Introduction
Chandlery / Parts & Accessories
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When looking for a boat mooring or marina, there are many different aspects to consider from location and costs to facilities.
Primarily, the most important consideration when choosing the right mooring is the distance to your boat from your home, and obviously the nearer it will be, the better. Location, location locationsimilar to house buying, the location of the marina and mooring is important and will to some extent determine the cost of your mooring. The closest marina is an advantage likely to beat any other facilities that might be available because of course, the nearer you are the easier the whole process will be.
The most inexpensive boat mooring is a floating buoy, which can cost anything from approximately £200 to £600 a year. The drawbacks here are that
there will be no facilities available to you such as fresh running water to clean the boat or stationary power supply. If your boat is moored on a floating buoy in a harbour, or estuary, then it is likely that you will need a tender (a small inflatable boat) to reach your mooring, while on a river you may be using a buoy next to the bank in which case you will be able to board from shore.
By contrast the most expensive moorings for your boat will be a marina (probably on the South coast) with all facilities provided. In this instance the costs vary from marina to marina, depending on facilities and accessibility. Some marinas have locks for example, and you will need to wait for a high tide in order to take your boat from the marina. Another example is a marina on the South coast which is comparatively inexpensive, but has the disadvantage of having a lifting bridge which only opens at certain times of the day. The cost of
having your boat in a marina is usually priced by the meterage / footage of your boat, and is usually anything from £300 to £450 per metre. Be aware that your boat is measured from stern to bow, and the bathing platform is often included in the length. Therefore, an 8 metre boat can cost up to £3,500 a year in mooring fees alone.
Another consideration to take into account for your boat mooring is a dry stack mooring. These can usually only be considered for boats less than about 9 metres. They are usually equally or more expensive than a marina berthed mooring, but do have other advantages. If your boat is in coastal waters they have the great advantage of significant savings on your boat maintenance bills, as for example your boat does not need to be anti-fouled so frequently, and anode replacement is less frequent. Usually with a dry stack mooring you just ring the marina 30 minutes to 1 hour before your arrival and on your arrival your boat has been lifted into the water.
The marina facilities that you may want to consider are as follows:
• Petrol and or diesel pumps (often the marina will discount the fuel if you are a berth holder).
• Restaurant and pub facilities.
• Fresh running water.
• Electricity. Adequate power 30 / 50 amp. Is electricity metered and charged?
• Berth holders associations at your marina, that organise flotillas.
• Boat security, e.g., CCTV surveillance.
• Whether the marina has full access to trained boat engineers.
• On-site marine workshop.
• Boat repair facilities ashore and afloat.
• Wi-Fi or satellite TV facilities.
• Amenities providing showers, toilets and launderette facilities.
• Is there a tender or dinghy rack.
• Berths available for your visiting friends.
• Boat chandlery, with a good selection of boat parts and accessories.
• Boat hoist and wash off service, with hard standing.
• Dedicated parking.
• Distance to walk from your car to your boat.
• Local shopping centre within several minutes walk.
• Excellent public transport links.
• Listening watch on VHF radio channels.
• Marina has lockers to store any additional gear.
• Are there enough marina trolleys, for loading your equipment into your boat?
• Is there a lot of sea gull (bird) droppings on the fingers/boats or car parking area?
Motor cruising can be one of the most relaxing pastimes imaginable. In order to ensure you really do get the most out of any trip you should be prepared with respect to all aspects of the trip whether it be a day trip or a few days at sea. Before each and every boat trip however short, you should make a number of safety checks to ensure the safety of you and your crew. The
following essential checks should be made prior to any trip at sea or in the river:
• Have you and your crew each got a lifejacket?
• If you have got a VHF radio, call your marina to check it is functioning correctly.
• Check that your oil, petrol or diesel levels are adequate for the trip that you are about to make.
• Tell others where you are going.
• Check that your flares are still within the use by date.
• Check the weather forecast and tides.
• Check the condition of the boat and its equipment.
• If you have a tender (dinghy and outboard) check that the engine on the outboard is functioning correctly, since as a last resort the tender and outboard may need to be used.
• Carry a tool kit and essential spares. For more detailed information please see www.rnli.org.uk
Before going out to sea and for your family and any passenger’s sake, you must ensure you at least have all the basic sea skills, including navigation, rules of the water, use of safety equipment and boat/engine maintenance. It is well advised as a minimum measure to attend Level 1 and Level 2 powerboat courses which are usually 1 and 2 days respectively. The cost of these is usually about £200 to £300. The Level 2 will also give you the ICC (International Certificate of Competency), which will enable you to cruise your boat abroad. After you have ensured you have completed all the essential safety checks, you can consider all the essential items to enjoy a pleasurable cruise.
• Take your swimming costume and towels. At any time you might want to put the anchor down and take a swim. If you are really keen you may want to take the opportunity to swim around your boat and clean parts of the hull that you can’t usually reach whilst you are in your marina.
• A small gas barbeque is always invaluable on a hot sunny day. Anchor up, take your tender to the beach and enjoy. Keep an eye out for beaches that
do not allow BBQ’s and don’t forget to pack the food.
• If you are taking children out on the boat then ensure that there are a few games and things for them to do whilst cruising. You may be happy doing nothing, just watching the coastline but kids quickly get bored. Take a bucket and spade, a ball, or whatever your kids enjoy, so that if and when you go to the beach they have activities to keep them amused.
• Ensure that you have plenty of drinks (soft drinks) and be very careful when drinking alcohol. Currently there are no alcohol limits at sea, but for safety’s sake you or a competent member of your crew must at all times be ready in case of emergency.
• Before you go out on a trip check that the water is filled, so that when you get out of the water you can have a fresh water shower if your boat is equipped.
• It is always sensible to take along some spare clothes and warm clothes, even in the summer, as when the sun goes down out at sea you can quite quickly find yourself getting cold, especially if you are cruising along at 30m knots, in the early evening.
Most of the same safety points apply, but in winter wrap up very warm – gloves, extra coats, thermals, as it can be colder than ski-ing during mid winter.
If your own private motor cruiser is out of your budget, you can always consider chartering a motor cruiser. Because of their cost they will usually have their own skipper, and you can pay anything from £400 for ½ day to £1000 for a full day, depending on the size of the boat you decide to charter.
New to sailing?
Want to sound more clued up on your first lesson? See our A-Z Guide of the key words and phrases and their meanings:
A• Aft: the back of the boat.
• Ahoy! A word used by sailors to hail other ships.
• Aboard: On, or in, a boat.
• Adrift: Loose, not sailing or moored.
• Aground: Touching the bottom.
• Alee: the side of the boat away from the direction of the wind.
• Amidships: the centre of the boat.
• Anchor: the action of, or the weight used to anchor the boat and prevent it moving.
• Astern: At or to the back, or the ship.
• Bilge: the interior, beneath decks.
• Boom: a spar attached to sails at their foot.
• Bow: the front end of the boat.
• Bridge: the control / ‘driving’ position for steering and speed.
• Berth: to / the ships place in port.
• Bulkhead: vertical partition which separates compartments of a boat or ship.
• Buoy: floating avigational marker.
volume of water displaced by a boat, therefore it’s weight.
• Dock: a protected are of water for mooring boats, a pier or wharf.
• Draft: how deep the boat is underwater.
• Gunwale: upper edge of the side of a boat.
• Gybe: Changing course so that the boom swings over to the opposite side.
H• Halyard: the line used to hoist sail or spar.
C• Cabin: quarters / space for captain or crew.
• Capsize: when a boat overturns.
• Cast off: weighing anchor and letting go.
• Catamaran: twin hulled (side by side) boat.
• Chart: map.
• Cleat: a fitting to attach lines to.
• Course: direction the boat is travelling, route.
F• Fathom: a measurement of nautical depth – 6 feet
• Fender: a cushion between boat and pier, or another boat, to protect the boat from damage.
• Flare: a distress signal, OR the outward curve of the boats sides near the bow.
• Fluke: palm of an anchor.
• Fore-and-Aft: in line with the keel.
• Fore: at the front of the boat.
• Founder: sinking.
• Furling: to roll or fold a sail onto it’s boom.
• Hard over: turning the wheel fully one way.
• Hatch: a watertight covered hatch into the boats deck.
• Heading: the direction in which the bow of the boat is pointing.
• Headway: moving forward, the motion of.
• Helm: the wheel.
• Hold: the cargo carrying compartment in larger boats and ships.
• Hull: the body of the boat.
B• Beam: the ships width.
• Bearing: direction of an object / measure relative to the heading of a ship.
• Below: beneath decks.
• Current: water movement.
G• Gaff: a metal pole with a hooked end used to boat a fish. Also a pole or spar that holds the upper portion of a four sided sail.
• Galley: boats kitchen.
I• Inboard: the centre of the boat.
• Inboard engine: engine mounted amidship which runs a drive shaft through the hull.
D• Displacement: weight or
• Genoa: overlapping jib.
J• Jetty: masonry structure jutting out from the shore.
• Jib: the triangular sail projecting ahead of a mast.
• Multihull: boat with multiple hulls, i.e. a catamaran.
K• Keel: the centre line or backbone of a boat.
• Kill switch / cord: a switch which automatically cuts the engine if disconnected in an emergency.
• Knot: speed measured in nautical miles per hour.
O• Outboard engine: engine mounted on the stern, detachable.
• Overboard: over the side and into the water.
R• Range: distance a boat can travel on a full tank of fuel.
• RIB: Rigid Inflatable Boat, inflatable with a rigid bottom.
• Running lights: navigation lights required between sun down and sun up.
part of the bow.
• Stern: the after part of the boat or ship.
• Stow: to store or place items in the correct place.
• Swamp: filling with water without sinking.
L• Latitude: distance from the equator.
• Lee: the side away from the direction of the wind.
• Line: cord and rope used aboard.
• Longitude: distance from the meridian at Greenwich.
• Luff: the lead edge of the sail.
P• Pier: a wooden or other platform extending into the water.
• Piling: wooden post set into the ground to support pier or mooring.
• Planing: moving on top of the water rather than sailing through it.
• Plot: planning a course of navigation.
• Port: the left side OR marina harbour.
• Rudder: plate or board affixed for steering purposes.
T• Tide: the motion of the sea in accordance with the moon.
• Tiller: the bar used for steering by turning a boats rudder.
• Transom: the stern-cross section of a square sterned boat.
M• Main sail: literally, the main, or largest sail.
• Mast: vertical spar supporting sails.
• Mooring: tackle used to fix a boat to a buoy or pier.
• Propeller: rotating blades used to drive the boat through the water, powered by an engine.
S• Sag: drifting off course.
• Screw: propeller.
• Scuppers: drain holes.
• Seacock: a through valve in the hull, drainage between boat and sea.
• Sea room: the safe distance from shore or hazard.
• Seaworthy: safe for sea conditions.
• Skipper: the captain!
• Slack: loose, or to loosen.
• Sole: cabin floor.
W• Wake: waves left behind a moving boat.
• Waterline: the line which shows the point to which a boat should sink.
• Weigh: raising anchor.
Q• Quarters: living or sleeping spaces.
• Squall: sudden, heavy wind.
• Starboard: the right side.
• Stem: the most forward
You will learn the lingo in no time with our guide
Boating is a great activity that the whole family can enjoy
For working boat families, the sport has never been one clearly defined as masculine, but in many leisure boating circles, this is exactly how it is seen. An expensive boys toy, something for a successful man to aspire to, an outward symbol of manly power and wealth.
All very well and good, but, sexual politics aside, modern family life means boating s very rarely purely a distant pastime for the man of the house. As any boating couple will tell you, the sheer expenditure of both time and cash means that foremost, the notion of such a hobby being the domain of one half of a couple is rather ridiculous. If you are an avid sailor, with a landlubbing wife; just how much time are you likely to spend aboard; and will the family thank you for spending precious income on a hobby which consumes an awful lot of your free time?
Boating is however very much an activity that the whole family can enjoy. It is an excellent way to spend lots of time relaxing outdoors, understanding teamwork and gaining a good understanding of geography and waterways.
There are plenty of sports which are perfectly enjoyed from a boat; fishing, cruising, racing and watersports. River boating can be an excellent way to explore both Britain’s scenic waterways and her fascinating waterside history.
The children can definitely get involved with boating, and a good place to start would be a boating holiday. There are of course safety considerations but a good provider will be able to help you organise your family into a proper crew. Life jackets are crucial for everyone on deck, and small children will need to be closely supervised. Children can help to plan routes, cast off and steer the boat. In the canals, kids love to help with navigating locks, and out at sea there are plenty of things to learn. Boating can create lifelong memories for kids, but safety will be your first priority.
Being lighter, children are more likely to be bounced overboard by a big swell, and are much more likely to trip or find another to slip. A well fitting life jacket is an absolute must, as the wrong size can actually be more dangerous. To fit well, the jacket should be snug but not restrictive, and fit well enough to be unable to raise higher than ear level. Automatic inflation is much better than a cord which needs to be manually activated in the event of immersion.
HANDS:
Stability on board is another important lesson. One hand to stabilise at all times will help your youngsters to learn to balance with the motion of your boat and keep them prepared at all times for any unexpected movement. WALK, don’t run.
EARS:
Learning to listen to all instructions properly; and acting without hesitation on those instructions is a crucial part of boating. Who ever the skipper of your boat, they need to know that all orders will be obeyed immediately to maintain the safety of the crew.
The excitement and sunshine can all get a bit much, so a cuddy for a quiet nap and perhaps a tether or harness is an excellent idea to stop toddlers and young children exploring dangerous areas and allow parents to relax slightly.
All types of boats should have no go areas for the children. Any engine or propeller machinery for a start, or near the companion way opening.
It’s is a great way to spend time together, to relax outdoors and gain valuable skills
It happens to every sailor sooner or later; but what is the best way to stay safe if you do go overboard? Of course a life jacket is the key thing here, and you should wear one at all times, but actually the risk is as much from being immersed in cold water as from drowning. Even though you maybe boating in temperate climes, the water can actually be very cold, and the reaction of your body is enough to be life threatening within a frightening short period of time.
Several factors will affect how fast the effects of cold water immersion take place, including:
AGE: The very young or elderly will feel the effects of immersion much quicker than a fit adult
WEIGHT: body fat and bulk can help insulate your body and slow cooling
MOVEMENT: Movement actually speeds up temperature loss
WATER DEPTH: Deeper, cooler water will cool your body more quickly than warmer, shallow water
CLOTHING: Waterproof, insulated clothing can help regulate body temperature and insulate against cooling much more efficiently than a swimming costume or light clothing.
The stages of shock and physical reaction to cold water immersion are:
STAGE ONE: Lasting a matter of minutes, this stage is the leading cause of death in overboard situations. It can be fatal to the elderly and infirm very rapidly; and even healthy adults are at great risk. The body will firstly respond to cold water immersion by pushing your heart rate up, to counter the closure of blood vessels in your skin - sometimes as high as 200 beats per minute, which can be very detrimental to heart health or induce a heart attack. Respiratory rate will also increase dramatically. At this point, the danger of drowning is at its highest, as the body loses conscious control of your breath. It is almost impossible to hold your breath at this stage for more than a few seconds, which makes submersion very dangerous.
It takes only 3 pints of water in your lungs for you to drown, which can be swallowed very quickly during periods of rapid, uncontrolled breathing. The most critical thing you need to do at this stage is keep your head clear of the water and your breathing unimpeded.
STAGE TWO:
After cold shock, the second phase lasts closer to half an hour, and is the stage at which you will begin the gradual decrease of coordination and brain function. Now is the time in which to implement your survival skills while you still have the physical and mental ability to react and try to remove yourself from the water. Heat is lost some 20 times quicker in water than in the air, so getting yourself to a life raft or dry land is imperative at this point; although you need to remember that a distance which might seem perfectly fine to swim in warm water will not be nearly so easy.
STAGE THREE:
This is the point at which hypothermia will start to set in, affecting bodily functions and worsening as the body begins to balance with the surrounding water temperature, leading to unconsciousness and organ and heart failure.
The first and most important point is to keep your head up and out of the water. While your breathing is hard to control, the risk of drowning is at it’s highest, but the head is also the area of your body through which the greatest amount of heat is lost. You must try to remove yourself from the cold water as quickly as you can, by climbing back aboard or reaching the shore if it is within a reasonable swimming distance.
To try and retain heat, remember the H.E.L.P floating position (Heat Escape Lessening Position). If there are several people, huddling together in a group should help insulate to keep body temperature up. If alone, keep your knees drawn up and your arms crossed close to your chest to stop as much heat escaping as possible. After leaving the water, remove wet clothing quickly, and wrap up warmly. Rewarming should concentrate on the torso until core temperature is restored.
the key IS TO wear A life jacket at all times!
This scheme is a joint venture between the RNLI and the BSA. It is all about reducing the level of surfrelated incidents in the UK. Last year over 40% of RNLI lifeguard activity involved surf-related activity (the highest single pursuit). Surf Hire Safety is aimed at the hire sector that is largely unregulated and offers varying levels of advice and good practice within their operations.
There are currently 1000s of outlets supplying relatively dangerous goods (especially when in the wrong hands) for hire: from large commercial businesses to one man and his van operations. Surf Hire Safety aims to introduce a voluntary code of practice, which allows people renting surfing equipment to know they are using safe and reliable kit.
Stay safe in the surf
Look out for this logo and choose a scheme member when hiring your board.
What does it mean?
Members of the surf hire safety scheme have agreed:
• To only rent equipment suitable to your ability
• To provide safety information to all customers
• To check equipment regularly for damage
• To maintain adequate insurance
Other ways to stay safe in the surf
• Wherever possible, always surf at a lifeguarded beach and follow the advice of the lifeguards,
• Novices should only ever surf between the black and white flags.
• Ask a lifeguard for advice on where to surf.
• Always have a lesson at an approved BSA or ISA school.
• Always wear your leash.
• If you get into trouble never abandon your boardit will keep you afloat. Wave your hand and shout for help.
• Never surf alone.
• Never surf between the red and yellow flags.
• Never drop in on another surfer.
For more comprehensive beach safety information go to: www.rnli.org.uk/beachsafety
Messing about on the river has a certain ring to it, and like many Brits who have experienced the joys of hiring a boat and cruising the canals, the idea of buying your very first boat might be starting to appeal. In many respects, boat buying is not dissimilar to buying any other vehicle, but with brand new models reaching prices of over £100,000, we are talking about a considerable investment and one where it really does pay to make sure you do extensive research.
First off, if you haven’t already, do hire a boat to find out whether you and your family enjoy
the realities of the life, from the living space to handling locks, mooring and understanding the regulations. For first time buyers, even with a large budget, it can be an ideas to experiment with an older boat to get an understanding of what features you prefer before shelling out on custom fittings and spec on a new purchase.
Budget, of course, is key. You can lay out on a brand new, top of the range narrowboat built to spec, or choose something appealing and nearly new, or, if you aren’t averse to working hard and taking a punt, look at something which
needs some work but is at the much lower end of the market. Whichever you choose, don’t forget that whatever the initial costs, ongoing budget also needs to be carefully considered. Essential maintenance is one factor, but running costs also figure. Fuel is expensive, and propane for cooking and a regular pump out toilet tank change will also figure. Your boat will need a licence for your intended waterways along with a permanent mooring, both of which will depend on the length of craft you buy and will need to be renewed regularly. Insurance is also crucial, because while boating is relative safe, in comparison to say motoring, accidents can and do happen, and can be expensive to correct. Insurance is also a requirement of the Canal and River Trust, who will likely be issuing your licence.
Once you have set a budget, find some reputable dealers and begin to understand the market. Magazines and online will help you to understand pricing, particularly in the second hand market, and a good broker should be able to advise on good purchases for your budget and perhaps begin to look at acquiring something suitable on your behalf. As with any vehicle, do not rely on online images and descriptions –
you need to see the boat in action to fully understand its condition and any quirks it may have. Brokers will be showing all boats to their best advantage, but as a buyer, especially a newbie, buying unseen could prove an extremely expensive mistake.
Getting a survey done by a professional, experienced examiner is a must. Your surveyor will advise and want to survey the boat out of the water in order to check hull thickness. A good survey will come in at under £1000, and will provide a written report, much like a house survey, which will give you a good understanding of the boats condition, any major or minor works that need attending and a fair understanding of whether the listed price is a fair one.
Many Brits experience the joys of cruising the canals!
Among those with a passion for it, fishing as a sport is an absolute joy, and for some, goes as far as obsession! Recreational fishing is a hobby, for pleasure or competition as opposed to commercial fishing; for profit, or subsistence fishing, which is fishing for survival. The history of recreational fishing and how long it has been a hobby is unclear, but there is evidence of fly-fishing in Japan as early as 9th century BC and in Macedonia in 200 AD. Recreational fishing became popular in Britain in the 16th and 17th centuries, leading to the publication of The Compleat Angler by Izaak Walton in 1653. This book is a fascinating classic guide to the joys of fishing, and combines practical information with folklore. Occasional songs, ballads, quotations from other writers, as well as angling tips and advice enliven the story of three friends travelling through the English countryside. It has been reprinted hundreds of times since its first publication.
The most common form of recreational fishing is done with a rod, reel, line, hooks and bait. This is known as angling and after being caught the fish is often released back into the water, a technique known as catch and release. The general term for all fishing equipment is fishing tackle. Anglers will often use extra pieces of tackle, known as terminal tackle, as these go at the hook end, to enhance their fishing equipment. These can be weights, floats and swivels. Lures can also be used instead of bait,
and keen anglers usually make their own lures and artificial flies. This has become somewhat of an art form, with the most beautiful and functional flies being emulated nationwide.
Recreational fishing has conventions, rules, licensing restrictions and laws that govern the way in which fish may be caught. In Britain, the different counties have different fishing by-laws although they typically cover angling concerns such as the use of nets, the prohibition of hooks except in the mouth, banning of fishing in certain areas, closed seasons, quotas and the issuing of licenses to allow fishing. Most of these by-laws are in place to ensure that stocks of native fish are properly sustained.
Some keen anglers keep fish logs detailing fish caught and in particular the details of trophy-sized fish so that they maybe submitted to judging and awarding bodies for verification.
Nowadays, many anglers also take part in competitive tournaments where the winner is the angler deemed to have caught the heaviest of a specific type of fish within a set time. Many of the competitors are professional fishermen sponsored by commercial endorsements. Other competitions are ‘the longest fish wins’ type contests. These are used particularly when the rule is to catch and release the fish. The catch is photographed next to an acceptable rule of length and then set free. In Europe, anglers tend to fish for species such as carp, pike, tench, rudd, roach perch and barbel. Although some are pursued for their food value, most are fished for their fighting abilities and the ease with which they sometimes outwit the angler, as the fishermen relish the challenge of a tricky adversary.
Particularly in Europe and America, angling is rarely practiced as a food related sport. Anglers cite relaxation, being outdoors and family recreation as their prime motivations for fishing, as well as of course the peace and quiet and the enjoyment of spending the day by a beautiful waterway. Keen anglers also extol the fun of catching the fish, whether it is one, plenty or an especially large one, and the general challenge and adventure of the sport are what keeps them, and an estimated three million Britons, fishing.
“Among those with a passion for it, fishing as a sport is an absolute joy, & for some, goes as far as obsession!”
Manufacturer of high quality aluminium boats that look just as good as any fibreglass boat on the market today.
Extreme Boats are high quality aluminium boats that look just as good as any fibreglass boat on the market today. This gives you the strength and durability of an alloy boat combined with flowing lines and a professional finish that will ensure you have the best looking boat on the water.
Boat Building
www.demonyachts.co.uk
www.demonyachts.co.uk
07415 298878
www.eziliboats.co.uk
We design & manufacture our boats in-house in the UK
Our first product is an aluminium sports tender, the T3; an exciting high-quality alternative to the traditional inflatable tender. These boats are hand fabricated by ourselves in England. We are boating enthusiasts, having owned a variety of boats over several decades, which has moulded our understanding of what we would want from the boats which we design and produce. Price is £19,750.
Robust Boats Ltd
Tel No : 01437 729 355
01280
Boat Building Custom New Builds / Restoration Repair / Optimisation
Custom New Builds / Restoration Repair / Optimisation
Boatyard
Boatyard
Storage / Lifting / Moorings
Storage / Lifting / Moorings
CAD Design & CNC Cutting
CAD Design & CNC Cutting
Composite Engineering / Production
Composite Engineering / Production
Aldeburgh Boat Yard, Fort Green, Aldeburgh, Suffolk, IP15 5DE
Mob No : 07833 117 046
Web Site : www.robustboats.co.uk
E-Mail : robustboats@gmail.com
See our main advert on page 30
Factor O Ltd is a well-established company. As one of the largest suppliers, on the South Coast, of consumables required by the Fibreglass, Marine, Composite and Automotive industry, we are a totally independent company with an extensive supplier base. This allows us to provide a large product range.
www.factoro.co.uk - E: info@factoro.co.uk
Traditional and modern repairs and restoration. Custom built yachts and motor cruisers. Major refits of motor cruisers. Boat Safety Certificate work. Storage. Bespoke galvanised boat trailers. Authorised FURUNO Agent. .................................................................. ......................
Tel: 01603 666 545
E: jkf76@btinternet.com
The Boatyard, Whitlingham Lane, Trowse, Norwich. NR14 8TR
www.sealinesupport.co.uk - 07747 778338
We offer a range of services and support for both Sealine and other boat manufacturers.
Skur Boats
Mob No : 07428 419 966
Web Site : www.skurboats.co.uk
E-Mail : info@skurboats.co.uk
See our main advert on page 31
“Restoration, repairs & maintenance services for all wooden boats”
01243 513872 / 07791 225175
email@timgilmore.co.uk
www.timgilmore.co.uk
Birdham Pool Boatyard Chichester, W. Sussex, P O 20 7 BG
Tel: 01473 822130
www.zsparsuk.com
Experts in the crafting of wooden and composite boats, for individuals, family or clubs. We deliver our boats worldwide.
WHAT WE DO:
We build a range of rowing boats, sailing boats and now are offering boats with electric populations. Services also include building and renovating tillers, rudders, and spars. We also build a range of spoon bladed oars.
WHO WE ARE:
Skur Boats is run by Debbie Massey whose love of water and boats started at an early age. Debbie, alongside her husband Colin, has a passion for building high quality boats for individuals or group rowing. The boats we build are personal and unique followed up with great customer service; if a customer is happy, Skur® Boats is happy.
www.aquatecmarineeng.co.uk
Tel: 01903 762 610 • Email: info@aquatecmarine.net
Unit B/1 Modern Moulds Business Centre, 2-3 Commerce Way
Lancing Business Park, Lancing, West Sussex, BN15 8TA
Local, independent outboard motor repair specialists serving the Sussex area
Aquatec Marine Engineering is an established company that sells, Suzuki, Mariner and Tohatsu outboard motors. We also service and repair all makes of outboard motor. We can service your engine onsite, at home or at any Marina in Sussex between Eastbourne to Chichester.
AA & SJ Faulkner
CALL: 01928 788 200 • 07782 193 211
E: dfaukner@boat-haulage.co.uk • www.boathaulage.co.uk
Savoch Hire
Mob No : 07760 769 710
Web Site : www.savochhire.co.uk
E-Mail : savochhire@live.co.uk
See our main advert on page 43
Motor boat and Yacht transport throughout the UK and Europe, using specialist boat trailers
- Member of the Road Haulage Association
- UK & European Boat and Yacht Transportation
- Classic Yacht Transportation
Call: 01473 716 122 • 07485 147 165
www.boat-shift.com
Located in South East of England near Dover, UK
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Shoreline Yacht Transport Ltd
Tel No : 0118 974 4441 - Reading
Tel No : 01243 785 370 - Chichester
Web Site : www.boattrans.co.uk
E-Mail : hello@boattrans.co.uk
See our main advert on page 44
Canvasman Limited
Tel No : 01943 851 444
Web Site : www.canvasman.co.uk
E-Mail : sales@canvasman.co.uk
See our main advert on page 43
Websters Insulation Ltd
The Sprayfoam Insulation Specialist Insulating boats for over 40 years
We are the UK’s leading installer of Polyurethane Spray Foam Insulation & Marine Insulation. We can solve almost any marine insulation & condensation problem with ease & at a very competitive price.
www webstersinsulation.com
E: info@webstersinsulation.com
01405 812682
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We provide for the manufacture and repair of hydraulic cylinders, and with over 30 years experience we offer a service that few others in the industry can match
We specialise in offering a complete friction relining service. We manufacture/refurbish brake bands, transmission discs, gear cut friction discs & supply friction material and 316 Stainless. We can improve aspects of performance and wear using 45 years of experience and modern materials including Kevlar. Please see our website for our Volvo Penta Sail drive solution.
PO14 1JF
Tel: 07879 994 324
www.shoresidemar ine.co.uk
Dan@shoresidemar ine.co.uk
We offer a fully mobile, comprehensive range of services to both private boat owners and businesses, covering both inboard and outboard boat engines, petrol and diesel. Fibreglass and gel coat specialists.
Paramore Marine Ltd is a marine engineering company, locally ran and based in Pwllheli, North Wales. We specialise in the servicing and repairs of all types of boats and jet skis. Our aim is to make offshore boating more accessible and affordable to all, by offering a quality service at a competitive price. We offer a wide range of services at paramore Marine, and our team is happy to respond to any enquiries via the contact detailis provided below. We are also able to take on other engineering projects such as trailer, beach buggy and ATV repairs. We also offer a valeting and jet washing service.
We offer a full engineering service, both fully mobile and at our base at Universal Marina on the Hamble River, which has full boatyard facilities. We are trained Marine engineers, and can perform all tasks from routine servicing, to plumbing, welding and fabrication and much more.
ENGINES
We are the UKs biggest supplier and installer of Beta Marine Engines and Generators. We have main dealer facilities which includes spare parts , warranty and service.
We offer a full range of high quality marine services from maintenance & repair to boat storage and transportation, at very competitive prices.
www.markweeksmarineservices.co.uk
t: 01548 857094 • m: 07970 716048
We are a firm selling marine commercial and leisure boat supplies, angling accessories, knives, protective clothing and a whole lot more. We sell and service fire safety equipment at very competitive prices. Plus life raft, life jacket and other safety equipment supply and service point. Also we sell Total lubricants, Calor and camping gas. We deal in commercial fishing and leisure vessel gear from ironmongery, gloves and clothing and have a wide range of lubricants and chemicals. We are stockists of Hempel Paints.
The Dry Dock 9a, British Waterways Business Centre, Navigation drive, Enfield, EN3 6JJ
SURVEYING • REPAIRS •SERVICING
Based in Enfield, Broomfield Marine Services has been providing a range of marine services for over 25 years. Our marine engineers are specialists in marine servicing, offering you a wide range of maintenance and repair services to get your vessel as safe as possible on the water. We can provide you with an expert marine surveying service in Pre-Purchase, Insurance, Tonage, Worldwide, that can work independently to provide you with professional advice and an unbiased opinion.
I am Andrew Edmond, a qualified & experienced yacht surveyor providing a full range of yacht surveys, consultancy & project management services on the South Coast of the UK and in the rest of Europe. Consultancy & project management is a substantial part of the business including re-builds, refits & repairs. I also provide a comprehensive yacht management service for owners who just want to sail!
Surveys include: • Pre-purchase surveys • Insurance Surveys
• Damage Surveys • Hull Thickness Surveys
• Tonnage Surveys • MCA ‘Coding’ Compliance Surveys
I will go the extra mile to provide excellent quality and value for money, whether you are buying, selling, refitting, building or just maintaining your yacht and whether it is wooden, steel, aluminium or GRP/FRP, 7 meters or 35 meters long.
www.compassmarinesurveys.com
E: tailoredsurveys@outlook.com
Call us: 07788 711582
Based on the North Wales coast but able to travel to many other places in and out of the UK I have over 30 years experience in the marine & leisure industry.
I have all the latest equipment to test your investment and put your mind at ease before purchasing.
www.tailoredmarinesurveyors.co.uk
www.simplymarinesurveys.co.uk
T: 07989977014 - Based in Hambrook, West Sussex
E: adrian.matthews@simplymarinesurveys.co.uk
With over 35 years in the industry, we offer a range of surveys on Sailboats, Powerboats and smaller craft (monohull and multihul). We also offer marine consultancy, covering all other areas such as overseeing Vessel Refits, Marine Damage Repairs, New Boat Builds & more. Whatever your survey requirements contact us.
PAINT SUPPLIERS
Bestco Ltd
Old Gorsey Lane, Wallasey, Merseyside. CH44 4HD
Tel No : 0151 630 5111
Web Site : www.bestcoltd.co.uk
E-Mail : enquiries@bestcoltd.co.uk
Jotun Marine Paint, Stainless Steel Fasteners, Rust-Oleum Paint. Mon-Fri - 8:30am - 5pm.
Sat - 8:30am - 12pm.
Bates Wharf Marine Sales Ltd
Bridge Wharf, Chertsey, Surrey. KT16 8LG
Tel No : 01932 571 141
Web Site : www.bateswharf.co.uk
E-Mail : sales@bateswharf.co.uk
Here at Bates Wharf, we pride ourselves on offering the complete service whether you are buying, selling or servicing your boat.
Yacht Solar Arches
Mill Rythe Lane, Hayling Island, Hampshire. PO11 0QQ
Mob No : 07877 724 366
Web Site : www.yachtsolararches.co.uk
See our main advert on page 45
We work with yacht brokers, boat builders, boat yards, boat shows, shipping agents, private boat owners and other boat haulage companies to ensure the safe transportation of your vessel. With more than 30 years of experience in boat transportation, you can rely on us to provide a professional, reliable, secure and cost effective solution. All while maintaining the highest standards of customer service.
All our Yacht Solar Arches are individually designed to complement unique look of your Yacht ilb
All shapes, bends and fitting positions of the Yacht Solar Arch are carefully selecte to maximize comfort and functionality.
All our Yacht Solar Arches are individually designed to complement unique look of your Yacht, Sailboat, Catamaran or RIB.
Choose what additional features such as wind generator, aerial brackets, light brackets, outboard crane, davits and mo you would like to add to Your Solar Arch.
All shapes, bends and fitting positions of the Yacht Solar Arch are carefully selected to maximize comfort and functionality. Choose what additional features such as wind generator, aerial brackets, light brackets, outboard crane, davits and more you would like to add to Your Solar Arch.
All Yacht Solar Arches are designed to h cables internally. Certain Arch fitting pl are hollow to allow for wiring to go through the deck.
All Yacht Solar Arches are designed to hide cables internally. Certain Arch fitting plates are hollow to allow for wiring to go through the deck.
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Integration with existing setup
For maximum stability and comfort, we recommend integrating your existing railing system with Solar Arch.
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For maximum stability and comfort, we recommend integrating your existing railing system with Solar Arch.
+44 7877724366
Mill Rythe Lane, Hayling Island, PO11 0QQ
yachtsolararches@gmail.com
+44 7877724366
yachtsolararches.co.uk
Mill Rythe Lane, Hayling Island, PO11 0QQ yachtsolararches.co.uk
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Freedom Boat Club UK
• Trafalgar Wharf Portsmouth PO6 4PX7
• 14 Shamrock Way, Hythe Marina Village, SO45 6DY
• Beacon Quay, Torquay, TQ1 2BG
• The Quays, Glebe Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3HE
• Ardlui, Loch Lomond, G83 7EB
Tel No : 023 9323 3255
Web Site : www.freedomboatclub.co.uk
E-Mail : info@freedomboatclub.co.uk
See our main advert on page 48
Luxury Narrowboats offer modern, cosy interiors for your relaxing holiday. Weekly, Short Break and Day Boat hire. All inclusive Prices. www.ashbyboats.com - 01455 212671
Mobile: 07834 167 984
CALL US ON: 01582 488 385 TO ADVERTISE YOUR COMPANY IN NEXT YEAR’S ISSUE OF:
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• WATERWAYS GREAT BRITAIN
• FISHING & ANGLING
We are located at Buscot Mill at the Head of the River Thames. You can hire a boat to cruise the local upper reaches in the Cotswolds & Southern Oxfordshire, our fleet is mostly electric powered for smooth quiet cruising - gliding the waters! Most people take a boat for the day for a day out with a pub lunch involved - but we have smaller boats from 1-4 hours ideal for picnics under the willows and we also offer weekend & short breaks cruisers.
• Motorised hourly to full day boats and cruisers
• Weekends & Short Breaks Cruisers
• Private Moorings and Boatyard Services
• Winter Dry Dock and Boat Sales
www.cotswoldboat.co.uk
01793 727083 - 07947 993784
Email: info@cotswoldboat.co.uk
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Shared Narrow Boat Ownership
www.ownasharecruising.co.uk
Phone: 07800902323
E: linda@ownasharecruising.co.uk
Choose Andersen Boats for your next canal boat holiday, founded in 1975 we are a family business with over 50 years experience in boat building repairs and boat hire
Awarded “Best in Britain 2014”, we want you to have an amazing holiday on a canal boating adventure... so we offer narrowboat holidays on some of the best canal routes in England and North Wales. Visit our website to see more.
SHARED NARROWBOAT OWNERSHIP with a personal service for you & your boat.
Ownashare manages a fleet of narrowboats which operate on a shared ownership basis. This means that owners (yes, they do actually own a part of their boat - usually one-twelfth) can enjoy at least 3-4 weeks’ holiday afloat each year, two of which are guaranteed to fall in the April – September season.
Goodwin Plastics
Tel No : 01270 582516
Web Site : www.goodwinplastics.co.uk
Web Site : www.solutec.co.uk
E-Mail : sales@goodwinplastics.co.uk
See our main advert on page 52
end salmon rods. Crafting the finest custom built fishing rods available, using cutting edge materials and components, backing them up with superior product knowledge, service and aftercare.
www.grahamdadswell.com
T: 01444 250 930 • M: 07527 318 576
Email: contact@grahamdadswell.com
Phone: 01394 448253
Email: forgejacobs@live.com
www.jacobsboatcradles.com
We produce and manufacture cradle and boat stands to the highest standard using our own patented designs. All metal work is hand done within the UK, using the finest quality metal, by professionals who have been working in the trade for more than 30 years.
ABL (Stevens) Resin & Glass
Unit 4, Millbuck Way, Springvale Industrial Estate, Sandbach, Cheshire. CW11 3HT
Tel No : 01270 766 685
Web Site : www.resin-supplies-shop.com
E-Mail : enquiries@ablstevens.co.uk
We sell new and pre-owned personal water craft & Sea-Doo boats. We carry a full range of parts and accessories and all service work is carried out in our ground floor workshop by fully trained Sea-Doo technicians. Powersport is a well established business with over 30 years worth of mechanical experience. We are a family run business with a true belief in first class customer service.
Tel: 0161 683 4978
www.power-sport.co.uk
Kinver Canopies
Gainsborough Trading Estate, Rufford Road, Stourbridge, West Midlands. DY9 7ND
Tel No : 01384 394 469
Web Site : www.kinvercanopies.co.uk
E-Mail : sales@kinvercanopies.co.uk
See our main advert on page 52
ABOUT US
Carrying one of the largest parts inventories in the UK, Marine Spares UK is staffed by experienced personnel with a vast knowledge of the marine spares industry. Our ability to supply a wide range of products is complemented by a rapid delivery service & comprehensive after sales support.
Unit 7 Cabot Business Village Holyrood Close Poole, BH17 7BA
For more information visit the links bellow: www.marinesparesuk.com sales@marinesparesuk.com
01202600596
Safeshore Marine
Tel No : 01977 513 607
Web Site : www.safeshoremarine.com
E-Mail : sales@safeshoremarine.com
Tel: 01286 674 322 www.castlemarine.co.uk
castlemarine@gmail.com
Leading the way in the reconditioning of propellers, commercial jet drive impellers, gearbox skegs, and cav itation plates.
Kinver Canopies provide bespoke covers for all types of craft, including Narrowboats, Wide beam and GRP cruisers. Over the last 12 years we have produced hundreds of Cratch & Pram covers, offering an extensive range of colours, styles & materials. We are confident that our bespoke covers enhance your crafts aesthetics whilst also offering practicality for use & storage. To keep everything looking ship shape we now also stock a variety of products to prolong the life & looks of your covers.
We offer training for kids & adults, continuing education, coaching, travel and socials!
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PWLLHELI BOATYARD 01758 612 251 - www.firmhelm.com
www.firmhelm-marine.co.uk
Simpsons Boatyard
The Staithe, Stalham, Norfolk. NR12 9DA
Tel No : 01692 580 288
Web Site : www.simpsonsboatyard.com
E-Mail : info@simpsonsboatyard.com
See our main advert on page 56
We are one of the largest independent boatyards located in Southampton, offering dry berthing, winter storage, boat storage and craning facilities to yachting and power boating enthusiasts alike. Specialising in long and short-term hard standing storage.
www.dryberthing.com - 023 8023 3302
Tel: 023 80 63 23 23
E: enquiries@kempsquay.com
www.kempsquay.com
Kemps Shipyard Limited Quayside Road Southampton, SO18 1BZ
Kemps Quay is a semi-tidal marina on the River Itchen roughly 20 minutes from Dock Head and Southampton Water We have around 300 berths 30 of which are non-tidal. We have water on our pontoons . We also have an 8 tonne travel hoist and storage ashore for around 50 vessels. We welcome all types of boats from 10 foot dinghies to 60+ yachts. One of the few remaining family-owned marinas we were fortunate to celebrate our centenary 9 years ago. We also have an industrial estate with commercial premises and container storage for rent. Please contact us for prices or see our website for an instant quote.
Safe flood protected moorings for residential & leisure use.
Visitors welcome. Water and electric on all berths, fuel,
www.tewkesbury-marina.co.uk - 01684 293737
Email: sales@tewkesbury-marina.co.uk
Sail Shades Direct
The Sail Loft, Ferry Street, Torpoint, Cornwall. PL11 2AX
Tel No : 01752 422 281
Web : www.contemporaryoutdoorliving.co.uk
Email : info@contemporaryoutdoorliving.co.uk
See our main advert on page 57
Mooring & Marinas
All of this years advertisers & more can be found online at: www.boatsandwatersportswebsite.co.uk
Pages: 10-11
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PHONE: 01562540204
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BOAT HAULAGE
Peter Stott Plant & Haulage Ltd
Tel No : 01889 566 046
Mob No : 07774 644 889
Web Site : www.peterstottplantandhaulage.co.uk
FANCY BEING IN NEXT YEARS ISSUE? CALL US!
Reset Electrical Ltd
Mob No : 07540 249 327
Web Site : www.resetelectrical.co.uk
E-Mail : david@resetelectrical.co.uk
Wessex Rose Hotel Boat
Mob No : 07881 287 320
Web Site : www.wessexrose.co.uk
E-Mail : enquiries@wessexrose.co.uk
See our main advert on page 65
Select Solar Limited
Tel No : 01708 223 733
Web Site : www.selectsolar.co.uk
See our main advert on page 64
Boat Safety Scheme
Examinations & Craft Surveys
Over 30 Years’ Experience On The Inland Waterways As A Boat Owner, Boat Builder And In The Marine Industry. Giving You A Efficient, Quality Service For BSS Examinations, PrePurchase Inspections, Full Condition Surveys & RCD Compliance For DIY Boat Builders. Qualified and Fully insured. Gas Safe Registered.
www.boatsafetyschemeexaminations.co.uk
Tel: 07918 677782
Bespoke Narrowboats, tailored to your specifications. From Shells to Sailaways.
Cauldon Boats are bespoke Narrow Boat builders that supply quality craftsmanship in competitive time slots.
Tel: 07557 515145
Email: cauldonboats@hotmail.co.uk
WINDOWS
...Windows you can trust, and the quality you deserve, for a price you can afford.
T: 0121 706 5777 - www.canalboatwindows.co.uk
Email: enquiry@channelglaze.com
Advertise your company online on: www.waterways-great-britain.co.uk
Select Solar - the solar power specialists, with one of the biggest and best selection of solar pv energy products for business and leisure. We sell top quality branded solar products backed by full warranties, complete technical specifications, and excellent uk customer service.
Our 100W Select Solar Power Station is an excellent product to ensure energy self-sufficiency in a marine enviroment, providing power in areas where mains cannot reach. Within the kit you have all parts that you may require to start producing your own power within an hour of installation. It is very simple to construct and comes with full instructions.
Benefits include: Gives you the tools to achieve energy self sufficiency • Easy to install kit without the need for any qualified persons • Simple to disassemble and relocate • Can be seen as an investment due to ever increasing energy prices
WWW.SELECTSOLAR.CO.UK
T: 01708 223 733
TIPS & ADVICE FOR FIRST TIME BOAT BUYERS • SEE PAGES: 22-23
The Wessex Rose 5 Star luxury hotel boat is the perfect choice for your next waterway holiday, travelling the Kennet and Avon and Regent’s Canal, the Thames, River Severn and Avon. Whether you’re looking for a short break or longer holiday we have a cruise to suit you. Our route selection varies from three night short breaks to seven or nine night holidays exploring some of the most beautiful waterways and attractions Britain has to offer.
Fully Inclusive Cruising – Every cruise aboard the Wessex Rose includes a spacious en-suite double or twin cabin, meals, drinks and crew to steer, navigate and work the locks and bridges.
Join us for a fantastic journey like no other, a chance to unwind and experience Britain’s sights from a different perspective. 07881 287320
We source quality materials and products from across the world to bring you one of the largest and most diverse fishing fly catalogues on the market, at a competitive price.
Our loyal customers return to us again and again as they demand only the finest fishing flies, super-fast delivery and a personal customer-service experience. Our seasonal products and special offers are always changing; bringing the best flies and accessories to help you with your favourite sport.
All of our products are backed by our Quality Guarantee. If you’re not 100% happy with any of our products, we offer no-quibble returns.
AVON
BRISTOL STAINLESS STEEL FASTENERS & MARINE PRODUCTS
Avon Stainless Fasteners Ltd
0117 972 8560
www.avonstainlessmarine.co.uk
BERKSHIRE
MAIDENHEAD
BOAT BUILDING
Le Tonkinois Varnish
01628 548 840
www.letonkinoisvarnish.co.uk
READING
BOAT - DELIVERY / TRANSPORTATION
Shoreline Yacht Transport Ltd
0118 974 4441 / 07836 789 083
www.boattrans.co.uk
CHESHIRE
CREWE
ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT
Goodwin Plastics
01270 582516 / 07740 404 938
www.goodwinplastics.co.uk
MIDDLEWICH
BOAT SHARE
Ownashare Cruising Ltd
07800 902 323
www.ownasharecruising.co.uk
NARROWBOAT - HOLIDAYS
Andersen Boats
01606 833 668
www.andersenboats.com
NEWTON FRODSHAM
BOAT - DELIVERY / TRANSPORTATION
AA & SJ Faulkner
01928 788 200 / 07782 193 211
www.boathaulage.co.uk
SANDBACH
FIBREGLASS MATERIALS
ABL (Stevens) Resin & Glass
01270 766 685
www.resin-supplies-shop.com
CO. DURHAM
MARINE COATINGS
Nigel Clegg Associates
01740 620 489 / 07802 397 653
www.passionforpaint.co.uk
CORNWALL
LISKEARD
BOAT BUILDERS
Skur Boats 07428 419 966
www.skurboats.co.uk
BOAT BUILDERS / REPAIRS / RESTORATION
Skur Boats 07428 419 966
www.skurboats.co.uk
PAR
TACKLE & BAIT
TJ’s Fishing Tackle, Bait & Dart Supplies
01726 437 143 / 07729 551 757
www.tjsfishingtacklesupplies.co.uk
PENZANCE
MARINE SERVICES
Newline Chandlery Ltd 01736 363 107
www.newlinechandlery.co.uk
TORPOINT
SHADES, AWNINGS & BLINDS
Sail Shades Direct 01752 816125 / 07988 974 742
www.sailshadesdirect.co.uk
MARYPORT
MARINA’S & BOAT MOORING
Maryport Harbour And Marina Ltd 01900 814 431
www.maryportmarina.com
DEVON
CREDITON
FLY FISHING
Fly Fishing Tackle.co.uk 01363 777 783
www.fly-fishing-tackle.co.uk
EXETER
GIFT PRODUCTS
Sails And Canvas 01392 877 527
www.sailsandcanvas.co.uk
SAIL MAKERS
EXE SAILS 01392 874 449 / 07894 856 748
www.exesails.com
KINGSBRIDGE
MARINE SERVICES
Mark Weeks Marine Services
07970 716 048
www.markweeksmarineservices.co.uk PLYMOUTH
MARINE SURVEYORS / EXAMINERS
Compass Marine Yacht Surveys 07714 340 487
www.compassmarinesurveys.com
DORSET
POOLE
MARINE ENGINEERING / ENGINEERS
Shoreside Marine Services 07879 994 324
www.shoresidemarine.co.uk
MARINE PARTS & SPARES
Marine Spares UK 01202 600 596
www.marinesparesuk.com
ESSEX
BRENTWOOD
INSURANCE
Morgan Marine Insurance Services 01277 224440
www.morganmarineinsurance.com
HARLOW
MARINE ENGINEERING / ENGINEERS
D.W Mechanical Handling Limited
01279 426 777 / 07850 634 625
www.dwmarine.co.uk
UPMINSTER
SOLAR PANELS / ECO FRIENDLY Select Solar Limited
01708 223 733
www.selectsolar.co.uk
GLOUCESTERSHIRE
GLOUCESTER
MARINA’S & BOAT MOORING
Tewkesbury Marina Ltd
01684 293737
www.tewkesbury-marina.co.uk
HAMPSHIRE
FAREHAM
MARINE ENGINEERING / ENGINEERS
H P Hydraulics Ltd
01329 828877
www.hphydraulics.co.uk
HAYLING ISLAND
SOLAR PANELS / ARCHES
Yacht Solar Arches
07576 197 073
www.yachtsolararches.co.uk
WELDING & FABRICATION
Latbros Marine
07576 197 073
www.latbros.co.uk
PORTSMOUTH
BOAT BUILDERS / REPAIRS / RESTORATION
Factor O Ltd
02392 655 661
www.factoro.co.uk
BOAT CLUBS
Freedom Boat Club UK
023 9323 3255
www.freedomboatclub.co.uk
SOUTHAMPTON
BOAT SALES / DEALERS -
NEW & USED
Solent Motor Yachts
01489 886 663
www.solentmotoryachts.com
CANOPIES / COVERS
Quay Canvas
02380 407 441
www.quaycanvas.net
MARINA’S & BOAT MOORING
Drivers Dry Berthing Ltd
02380 233302 / 07808 787 273
www.dryberthing.com
Kemps Ship Yard
02380 632 323 / 07863 305 202
www.kempsquay.com
MARINE ELECTRONICS
Reset Electrical Ltd
07540 249 327
www.resetelectrical.com
MARINE ENGINEERING / ENGINEERS
T S Marine Ltd
01489 581 030 / 07775 672 682
www.tsmarine.co.uk
WESTBOURNE
MARINE SURVEYORS / EXAMINERS
Marine Surveys UK
07798 554 535
www.marinesurveysuk.com
KENT
DARTFORD
MARINE & CARGO SURVEYORS
Monow International Ltd
07575 936 836
www.monow.co.uk
DENSOLE
BOAT - DELIVERY / TRANSPORTATION
Boat-Shift Marine Transport Ltd.
01473 716 122 / 07485 147 165
www.boat-shift.com
LANCASHIRE
PRESTON
REPAIRS / REFIT & SERVICING
Refit Marine Limited
07956 955 214
LEICESTERSHIRE
LEICESTER
DIVING SCHOOLS & EQUIPMENT
Scuba 2000
07724 412 161
www.scuba2000.co.uk
LUTTERWORTH
ALUMINIUM BOATS
Extreme Boats EU
01455 360 018 www.extremeboats.eu
LINCOLNSHIRE
WITHAM ST HUGHS TEXTILES
Spradling UK Ltd 01235 812 329 www.spradling.eu
LONDON
PROPELLERS
Steel Developments 0208 874 7059 www.steeldevelopments.co.uk
MANCHESTER
FAILSWORTH JET PROPELLED WATERCRAFT
Power Sport Marine 0161 683 4978 / 07771 995 735 www.power-sport.co.uk
MERSEYSIDE
WALLASEY PAINT SUPPLIERS
Bestco Ltd 0151 630 5111 www.bestcoltd.co.uk
MIDDLESEX
ENFIELD SURVEYORS & EXAMINERS
Broomfield Marine Services 07836 584 148 www.broomfieldmarineservices.co.uk
NORFOLK
CATFIELD UPHOLSTERERS / TRIMMERS
Ship Shape Bedding 03704 464 233 www.shipshapebedding.co.uk
NORWICH
BOAT BUILDERS / REPAIRS / RESTORATION
Kingsley Farrington 01603 666 545 / 01603 720 817
BOAT SALES / DEALERSNEW & USED
Marine Power Trading Ltd 01603 717 525
www.marinepowerltd.co.uk
BUILDERS / REPAIRS / RESTORATION
Landamores 01603 782 212
landamores.co.uk
STALHAM BOAT YARDS
Simpsons Boatyard
01692 580 288 / 07810 027 855
www.simpsonsboatyard.com
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
BRACKLEY BOAT BUILDERS
Silwood Marine Ltd
01280 846 600 / 07740 582 023
www.silwoodmarine.co.uk
NORTHAMPTON
CHANDLERY
Jay Wolfe Metalwork Ltd
01604 720 988
www.floatyourboat.co.uk
OXFORDSHIRE
ABINGDON
MARINA’S & BOAT MOORING
Abingdon Marina 01235 536 147
www.abingdonboatmarina.com
BUSCOT
BOAT HIRE
Cotswold Boat Hire 01793 727 083 / 07947 993 784
www.cotswoldboat.co.uk
PEMBROKESHIRE
HAVERFORDWEST
BOAT BUILDERS / REPAIRS / RESTORATION
Robust Boats Ltd
01437 729 355 / 07833 117 046
www.robustboats.co.uk
NEYLAND
MARINE ELECTRONICS
Neyland Marine Services Limited
01646 600 358 / 07831 804 093
www.neylandmarine.co.uk
SCOTLAND
ABERDEENSHIRE
BOAT - DELIVERY / TRANSPORTATION
Savoch Hire
07760 769 710
www.savochhire.co.uk
ARBROATH
MARINA’S & BOAT MOORING
Arbroath Harbour
01241 872 166
www.visitangus.com
DUMFRIES
MARINE SURVEYORS / EXAMINERS
Burton Marine
01387 733 973 / 07794 862 022
www.burtonmarine.com
GRANGEMOUTH
FISHING FLIES & ACCESSORIES
My Fishing Flies
01324 579 589 / 07881 577 924
www.myfishingflies.com
NORTH AYRSHIRE
FISHING / FISHERIES / TACKLE & BAIT
Splash Sport Fishing Tackle
07838 127 781
www.splashsportfishingtackle.net
SOUTH YORKSHIRE
DONCASTER INSULATION
Websters Insulation Limited
01405 812682
www.webstersinsulation.com
ROTHERHAM
TACKLE & BAIT
RG Baits
01709 878 281
www.rgbaits.co.uk
STAFFORDSHIRE
NEWCASTLE NARROWBOAT BUILDERS
Cauldon Boats
07557 515 145
STAFFORD
BOAT BUILDERS
Ezili Limited
07415 298 878
www.eziliboats.co.uk
UTTOXETER
BOAT HAULAGE
Peter Stott Plant & Haulage Ltd
01889 566 046 / 07774 644 889
www.peterstottplantandhaulage.co.uk
WOLSELEY BRIDGE
SURVEYORS & EXAMINERS
Dave Freeman Surveyor And Examiner
07918 677 782
www.boatsafetyschemeexaminations.co.uk
SUFFOLK
ALDEBURGH
BOAT BUILDERS / REPAIRS / RESTORATION
Demon Yachts
01728 452 019
www.demonyachts.co.uk
IPSWICH
BOAT BUILDERS / REPAIRS / RESTORATION
Z Spars UK
01473 822130
www.zsparsuk.com
NR. IPSWICH
CRADLES & STANDS
E Jacobs & Sons
01394 448 253 / 07506038082
www.jacobsboatcradles.com
SURREY
BAGSHOT INSURANCE
Westfield Sub Aqua & Marine Insurance Services Ltd
01483 237 827
www.narrowboatinsuranceuk.com
CHERTSEY
SALES & SERVICES
Bates Wharf Marine Sales Ltd
01932 571 141
www.bateswharf.co.uk
CARDIFF
MARINE ENGINEERING / ENGINEERS
Industrial Friction Materials Ltd 02920 499 111
www.industrialfriction.com
CARMARTHEN
RIBS / INFLATABLES & DINGHIES
Seaswan Commercial Ltd 01554 834 884 www.seaswan.co.uk
GWYNEDD
PROPELLER SALES & REPAIRS
Castle Marine Limited 01286 674 322 www.castlemarine.co.uk
LLANFAIRFECHAN
MARINE SURVEYORS / EXAMINERS
Tailored Marine Surveyors 07788 711 582
www.tailoredmarinesurveyors.co.uk
PWLLHELI
BOAT YARDS
Firmhelm Ltd 01758 612 251
www.firmhelm.com
MARINE ENGINEERING / ENGINEERS
Paramore Marine Ltd 01758 462 461 / 07730 043 736
www.paramoremarine.com
MARINE SERVICES
Partington Marine 01758 612 808 www.partington-marine.co.uk
WARWICKSHIRE
NUNEATON BOAT HIRE
Ashby Boat Company 01455 212 671 / 07834 167 984 www.ashbyboats.co.uk
WEST MIDLANDS
BIRMINGHAM
WINDOWS
Channel Glaze Ltd 0121 706 5777
www.channelglaze.com
STOURBRIDGE
MARINE COVERS
Kinver Canopies 01384 394 469 / 07717 218 679
www.kinvercanopies.co.uk
MARINE REPAIRS
WR Composites 07743 847 089 www.wrcomposites.co.uk
WEST SUSSEX
BURGESS HILL ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT
Graham Dadswell Custom Built Rods 01444 250 930 / 07527 318 576
www.grahamdadswell.com
CHICHESTER
BOAT BUILDERS / REPAIRS / RESTORATION
Tim Gilmore Limited 01243 513 872 / 07791 225 175
www.woodenboatsforever.co.uk
CRAWLEY
WATERSPORT CENTRES
Tilgate Park Watersports 01293 665 709
www.tilgateparkwatersports.co.uk
HAMBROOK
SURVEYORS & CONSULTANTS
Simply Marine Surveys And Consultants 07989 977 014
www.simplymarinesurveys.co.uk
HORSHAM
WATERSPORT CENTRES
Southwater Watersports Centre 01403 734 424
www.southwatersports.co.uk
LANCING
OUTBOARD ENGINES / MOTORS
Aquatec Marine Engineering 01903 762 610
www.aquatecmarineeng.co.uk
WEST YORKSHIRE
BAILDON CANOPIES / COVERS
Canvasman Limited 01943 851 444
www.canvasman.co.uk
WETHERBY
SAIL MAKERS
Outdoor Sewing Solutions
07764 679 449
www.outdoorsewingsolutions.co.uk
WORCESTERSHIRE
KIDDERMINSTER
BOAT BUILDERS / REPAIRS / RESTORATION
Sealine Support Services 07747 778 338
www.sealinesupport.co.uk
BOAT FURNISHINGS
OK Joinery 01562 540 204 / 07895 438 833
www.okjoinery.co.uk
YORKSHIRE
WAKEFIELD
PARTS & ACCESSORIES
Safeshore Marine
01977 513 607 / 07711 849 426
www.safeshoremarine.com
YORK
NARROWBOAT - HOLIDAYS
Wessex Rose Hotel Boat
07881 287 320
www.wessexrose.co.uk
