Tingdene Marinas - Thames & Kennet by Tingdene Group

THAMES & KENNET MARINA

W H E R E E X P E R I E N C E M AT T E R S

A T R A N Q U I L R E T R E AT Located within a nature reserve on the outskirts of Reading, Thames and Kennet Marina is a charming and tranquil retreat away from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. When it comes to location you couldn’t be better placed. From a boating perspective you have direct access onto the Thames River and the Kennet and Avon canal, plus high speed transport links to Heathrow Airport and Central London and easy access onto the M4/M25. With the ability to cater for a wide variety of boats, including cruisers, narrowboats, day boats and Dutch barges, this unique facility has a specially designed, picturesque narrowboat marina. So all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the pleasures of the waterside lifestyle, safe in the knowledge that you’re getting the best possible service.

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A Tranquil Retreat

Welcome To Thames and Kennet Marina

Marina Map

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Marina Facilities

Enjoy Your Stay

Important Information

Safety Notice

Fire Drill

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Boat Sales

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WELCOME TO THAMES AND KENNET MARINA Thank you for choosing to berth your boat with us here at Thames and Kennet Marina. On behalf of the team I would like to wish you a warm welcome and hope that you enjoy your stay. We’ve put together this guide to help you make the most of your time with us. Whether you are using the marina for the first time or berthing your boat for a year, it should provide you with valuable information on the facilities here at the marina, as well as details on local services and places to visit. If there is anything you need assistance with then please don’t hesitate to contact the marina office where a member of our team will be more than happy to assist you. We hope you enjoy your time at the marina and thank you for choosing to stay with us.

Richard Birch Marina Manager

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RI RI VE VE R R TH TH AM AM ES ES

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MARINA FAC I L I T I E S Below is a list of the facilities available to you at the marina and how to access them. If you experience any issues at any time, please don’t hesitate to contact the marina office for assistance. Tel: 0118 948 2911 Email: thameskennetmarina@tingdene.net

Opening Times: Mon-Sat: 9am-5pm Sunday: 10am-5pm (10am-4pm during GMT)

CHANDLERY We have a small on-site chandlery located in the marina reception building that carries a selection of boating essentials. If we don’t have it in stock, we can order most items required to get you safely out on to the water. Just ask a member of the team. Please note, we are also a ‘SeaSafe’ life jacket service point.

ELECTRICITY Electricity is provided at each berth. For top ups, please contact the marina reception who will be able to help you. Please use the electrical outlet as instructed by the marina team. Electricity connections are provided by the marina at the user’s own risk and it is the user’s responsibility to ensure that they have the correct fitting for their on-board systems. If you do not have the correct adaptor, they are available for purchase in our chandlery. www. t i n gd e n e - m a r i n a s . co . u k

FUEL Diesel is available on the service pontoon. This is a self-service system so please fill up and then pay in the marina reception. Don’t forget, annual berth holders get 15% discount on fuel sales, just show your loyalty card.

PA R K I N G Parking is available on site at Thames and Kennet marina. Annual berth holders can park up to 2 vehicles, although during busy periods the car park can become very busy so please can we politely ask that where possible, you try to arrive in only one vehicle.

WAT E R Drinking water is available on the pontoons. You will need a hose and a tap connector. May we please ask you to use water considerately.

SECURITY PETS Pets are welcome at the marina. All dogs must be kept on a lead when walking in public areas. Please pick up after all pets and place waste in the bins provided. 08

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We operate 24hr security on our pontoon gates. On arrival you will receive a key fob / access codes for the pontoon gates. Please do not share these codes with anyone outside of the marina or with anyone on the pontoon seeking to gain access. If you have any difficulty with access please speak to the marina office.

SHOPPING Caversham village centre is only a 10 minute drive away and here you will find all the shops you need to stock up with supplies. Henley-on-Thames is only 10 minutes by road if you fancy a wander round the shops and stroll along the riverbank and of course, our on-site chandlery has all the boating essentials. Walk

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Cycle

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TROLLEYS Trolleys have been provided for berth holder use. Please feel free to use as and when required. We would ask you to be mindful of not leaving trolleys to obstruct walkways and to return them as soon as you’ve finished.

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PUMP OUT & ELSAN Pump out is located on our service pontoon and is free to annual berth holders. Tokens are available from the marina reception. We have two elsan points, each located outside of the facility buildings (see map).

RUBBISH Recycling and general waste is located in the marina car park and outside of the north marina facilities. This is for domestic waste only. If you have any larger items please speak to a member of the team for help and advice.

WORKING O N YO U R B O AT Please note we do not allow maintenance work to be conducted on the pontoons or fingers. You may carry out any work on-board your boat. Should you require contractors to undertake work for you please ensure they are registered with the marina office before starting.

We have free Wi-Fi throughout the marina; pop into the marina office and collect your unique log in details.

SHOWERS & TOILETS Showers and toilets are available at both the north and south pontoons. They are cleaned regularly and we ask that you leave them as you wish to find them. Our north marina facilities building also contains a coin operated launderette. www. t i n gd e n e - m a r i n a s . co . u k

ENJOY YO U R S TAY E AT I N G O U T With cosy local taverns overlooking riverbanks, fine dining restaurants and traditional tea shops, you’ll be spoilt for choice during your stay at Thames and Kennet Marina.

Coppa Club Just a couple of miles down the River Thames, the Coppa Club focuses on thoughtful, unfussy, European food from small plates and snacks to grilled mains, sourdough pizzas and healthy salads. There’s a wide selection of weekend brunch dishes and the bar serves carefully chosen wines, beers, and classic cocktails as well as new creations. www.coppaclub.co.uk/sonning

The Dock Bar & Café - located at the marina After a long day on the water, why not relax and enjoy a drink and bite to eat whilst watching the sun set over the marina. With a friendly atmosphere and a menu of bar snacks and family favourites, there’s nothing not to like about the The Dock Bar and Café.

Bel and the Dragon Head south down the River Kennet and soon you’ll reach Bel & The Dragon, a former biscuit factory located on the waterfront of the Kennet & Avon Canal. The chefs have created a series of menus full of twists on an array of classic British dishes, with a focus on local, sustainable and, above all, quality ingredients. www.belandthedragon-reading.co.uk

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The Tap Yard With six Loddon draft beers on draft – plus a rotating cider keg – the tapyard has seating for 230 people on a beautiful farm just a mile from Reading. Offering a huge range of local spirits, ciders and wines to enjoy, they also serve fresh coffee, a range of teas, hot chocolate and locally made cakes. www.loddonbrewery.com/tapyard

THINGS TO SEE & DO Whether you’re planning a family holiday, a day trip with friends or a romantic getaway, there’s plenty of things to do during your visit to Thames and Kennet Marina. Thames Valley Park Follow your outdoor imagination! With more than 80 acres of wetland habitat alongside the River Thames, you’ll find great routes for exploring the Thames Valley nature reserve either on foot or by bike. The reserve’s extensive areas of wildflower-rich grassland, ponds and clusters of native trees and shrubs are home to a diverse range of wildlife and almost 40 different species of birds, making this a perfect spot for wildlife and bird spotting. www.thamesvalleypark.com/for-leisure Reading Abbey Quarter The Reading Abbey Quarter was created to bring together the unique, cultural heritage that exists within the former grounds of Reading Abbey, which was once one of Europe’s largest royal monasteries. Lying at the heart of Reading, the Abbey Quarter has witnessed almost nine-hundred years of history and definitely makes for an interesting day out. www.readingabbeyquarter.org.uk

Reading Museum Based in the Victorian Town Hall right in the centre of town you will find Reading Museum, a great educational day out for all the family. The museum gives you the opportunity to discover the Huntley & Palmers biscuit tin collection, archaeology from Roman Silchester and Reading Abbey, the natural history of Reading, and much more! www.readingmuseum.org.uk Riverside Museum Just a short 15 minute stroll from the Reading Museum you will find it’s smaller branch, the Riverside Museum. Occupying two listed former waterworks buildings, the Screen House and the Turbine House, here you can learn all about the story of Reading’s two rivers - the Kennet and the Thames. www.readingmuseum.org.uk www. t i n gd e n e - m a r i n a s . co . u k

ACCESS CODES Please find below access codes for the marina. May we politely ask that these are not shared with anyone either inside or outside of the marina. Main gate: Pontoon gates: Visitor WiFi:

E M E R G E N C Y C O N TA C T S Dentist: Doctor: Hospital: Marina: Taxi: Vets:

Prospect Street Dental Practice - 01189 472517 Walk-in Centre - 01189 028300 Royal Berkshire - 01183 225111 Main Office - 01189 482911 Out of hours emergency contact - 07724 593497 Top Cars - 01189 442222 Oakley Veterinary Clinic - 01189 479298

I M P O R TA N T I N F O R M AT I O N In the event of an incident please: • • • • •

Do what is safe to deal immediately with the situation Summon help Call the Marina Office on 0118 948 2911 Call the emergency services if required (Dial 999) Leave the area of danger, assemble at the nearest muster point and await further instruction

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SAFETY NOTICE PLEASE READ Tingdene Marinas Ltd ask all Marina Users to follow these simple safety measures and to inform all guests and visitors of them: This is a working marina, with boat towing occurring at all times. Please be aware of the danger of these activities. The pontoons and walkways are slippery in wet or icy conditions; please take extra care. Salt or grit is provided for your use if required. Please keep pontoons clear of all equipment and rubbish. Dogs must be kept on a lead and not allowed to foul the pontoon areas. Children and non-swimmers must wear life jackets at all times. Children must not be allowed to ride in the luggage trolleys. Bicycles must not be ridden on the pontoons or ramps. Do not run on the pontoons. Swimming is not allowed in the Marina basin. BBQs are not allowed on the pontoons. In extreme weather and / or flood conditions life jackets must be worn by all marina users and the Marina will be closed to navigation. Please contact the Marina Office for current navigation advice. Danger: the electric supply to the pontoons is threephase mains. Do not tamper with the electric supply. Report all faults to Marina staff.

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Please report all accidents, and any damage or faults, to Marina staff as soon as possible. All trade visitors must report to the Marina office prior to entry. Do not discharge oil, sewage or any other pollutants into the Marina basin.

FIRE DRILL 1. Sound the Alarm and shout ‘FIRE’. The marina Fire Alarms are located on the marina side of the main reception building. 2. Call the Fire Brigade. Dial 999. Advise marina name and address, and location of Fire on site: Thames and Kennet Marina, Henley Road, Reading, RG4 6LQ Do you need an Ambulance and/or the Police? 3. Contact Marina staff as soon as possible. 4. Communicate danger to all Marina users and evacuate. Do not re-enter danger area. Avoid panic; communicate actions. 5. Evacuate injured persons from fire area if this is possible safely and without further injury. Do not endanger further persons. Your assembly point is: Grass area of the car-park in front of marina reception 6. Evacuate all pontoons and/or buildings. If your evacuation route from the pontoons is blocked, gather at the safest point on your pontoon and await rescue boat (Marina Workboat). 7. Do you require First Aid? First Aiders: Richard Birch. Bridge Road Doctors Surgery: Emmer Green Surgery (01189) 486900. 8. Note areas of additional hazard: Fire, Gas Bottles, Oil Spill, Electrocution, Smoke, Explosion, Pontoon Collapse, Wind Direction.

9. Nominate staff members to meet Fire Brigade. 10. Can the fire be fought safely? IF NO: - Await Fire Brigade - Review actions - Keep Marina users away from danger area IF YES: - Locate fire-fighting equipment - Extinguish fire (Remember the ‘Fire Triangle’: Heat-Fuel-Air Remove any one and the fire goes out). - Ensure Fire Brigade attend and render safe 11. Are all persons accounted for safely? Ask other Marina users. 12. Is the Fire safely extinguished? Ask Fire Brigade. When safe, communicate this clearly to Marina users.

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AT H O M E W H E R E V E R YOU ARE Leisure and family time have becoming increasingly important as we look to relax, unwind and find new ways to enjoy our freedom. Step aboard a Viking River Cruiser and embark on a voyage of discovery. Absorb the world around you, spend quality time with friends and family and savour a spot of ‘you time’ as you meander along the beautiful rivers and canals of the UK. Tel: 01933 551622 Email: thamesboatsales@tingdene.net www.tingdeneboatsales.net/viking-cruisers

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A WINNING TRADITION O F D AY B O AT S , W E E K ENDERS & CRUISERS With over 150 years of boat making history behind it the Cranchi brand is synonymous with design, innovation and excellence with models to suit inland and offshore locations. As the UK dealer for Cranchi Yachts we can assist you with the purchase of your new yacht. Choose from a wide range of styles including day cruisers, sports cruisers, hard tops, flybridge yachts and trawlers. Tel: 01933 551 622 Email: thamesboatsales@tingdene.net www.tingdeneboatsales.net/cranchi

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N A R R O W B O AT S AND WIDEBEAMS TRADITION IS BACK IN STYLE A modern fusion of style and tradition our range of narrowboats and widebeams offer a new perspective on life afloat. A strong focus on open plan living and an innovative use of space and light creates a balance of practicality, warmth and contemporary styling. With all the elements of a modern apartment it’s time to let your home be your guide. Specialising in the construction of bespoke narrowboats and widebeams, built to the highest standards of craftsmanship and quality, you can work together with the manufacturer to create a boat that meets your unique lifestyle requirements. Tel: 01933 551622 Email: thamesboatsales@tingdene.net www.tingdeneboatsales.net/sol-seeker-narrowboats www.tingdeneboatsales.net/viking-canal-boats

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B U Y I N G O R S E L L I N G A B O AT ? RELAX AND LET US HANDLE IT!

With 9 sales offices specialising in all makes, models and designs Tingdene Boat Sales has something to offer anyone looking to get afloat.

With many years of experience Tingdene Boat Sales brings unparalleled insight, industry expertise and an uncompromisingly friendly service to all our clients.

Visit www.tingdeneboatsales.net to view all the boats we have available and to make contact with our brokers. You can also download our complete or partial boat specifications, videos and virtual boat tours.

BROKERAGE As your local broker we’ll manage the complete process for you. From survey and marketing, to viewings, administration and handover, you can sit back and relax knowing everything is in good hands.

P R E - O W N E D B O AT S Looking for something in particular? If we haven’t got your specific requirements then we will locate any make, model, size, style and format of boat for you. Come and discuss your requirements and we will do the rest. 22

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Whether you’re buying or selling, contact us to discuss your individual requirements. Guy Girling Tel: 01189 477770 | 07701 287046 Email: guy.girling@tingdene.net Nathan Kipling Call: 01189 477770 | 07921 296853 Email: nathan.kipling@tingdene.net Charlotte Swallow Call: 01189 477770 Email: charlotte.swallow@tingdene.net

T I N G D E N E L O YA LT Y SCHEME: JOIN THE CLUB! To say thank you for becoming an annual berth holder you will automatically become a member of the Tingdene Loyalty Scheme. Enjoy benefits across all nine marinas to make the most of your life aboard.

THE BENEFITS:

YO U R G AT E WAY T O THE BEST OF THE UK’S CRUISING RIVERS Located at nine premium destinations across the UK’s inland waterways Tingdene Marinas will turn your boating dreams into reality. From river boats to narrowboats and widebeams to cruisers, whatever your boating preference we welcome you all.

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Free WiFi Free* mooring at other Tingdene Marinas Free or discounted pump outs Discounted fuel Discounted chandlery Great offers on Boat Show tickets Discounted Haven Knox-Johnston Insurance Organised cruises – inland and tidal Transfer your account to any other Tingdene Marina

*28 days mooring at other Tingdene Marinas subject to availability.

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0118 948 2911

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Thames and Kennet Marina, Henley Road, Reading, RG4 6LQ (RG4 9RA for Sat Nav)