Inland moorings near Bristol

Canals, rivers, the Broads and lakes: fresh water, no tides, and a navigation licence from the authority that runs the water.

4 sites · 1 with a waiting list · typical £2,256 a year for a 10m boat (£1,817–£2,696 across 2 published tariffs)

At a glance

Rivers Waiting list

Temple Quay

Bristol, Bristol · Bristol Harbour

£1,817 a year for a 10m cruiser

Seen on their website 8 days ago · Liveaboard

Rivers

Saltford Marina

Saltford, Somerset · River Avon

£2,696 a year for a 10m cruiser

Liveaboard

Compared: prices for a 10m boat

SiteDistanceA year, 10m boatSpace
Temple Quay1km east£1,817Waiting list
Saltford Marina11.9km south-east£2,696Not reported
Portavon Waterside & Marina8.4km south-eastOn requestNot reported
Bath Waterside & Marina and Caravan Park15.3km south-eastOn requestNot reported

From each site's published tariff. "–" means the site doesn't say. Prices change; confirm with the site.

Questions

How much does a mooring for a 10m boat cost near Bristol?

Across the 2 inland moorings here that publish a price, a 10m boat costs from £1,817 a year at Temple Quay to £2,696 a year at Saltford Marina. The middle figure is £2,256 a year. Check what each includes: electricity, water and VAT vary.

What are the cheapest inland moorings near Bristol?

For a 10m boat, Temple Quay is cheapest at £1,817 a year in Bristol.

Which inland moorings near Bristol have space now?

None of the 4 has told us in the last six weeks that it has space. We ask every site regularly; the list above updates as they reply.

What is the nearest inland mooring to Bristol?

Temple Quay, 1km east of the centre of Bristol, on the Bristol Harbour.

Can you live aboard at inland moorings near Bristol?

2 of the 4 say you can: Temple Quay (liveaboards allowed) and Saltford Marina (liveaboards allowed). Living aboard can need planning consent and council tax; ask each site about its terms.

Do I need a licence as well as a mooring?

On top of the mooring fee: of these, 3 need an Avon Navigation Trust licence. Coastal marinas usually need none.

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