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At Aquavista, we have 29 marina locations. From peaceful waterside locations, to bustling city settings, there’s something for everyone. Browse our 29 waterside & marina locations today and find a safe and reliable place to moor your boat. We have London , visitor , residential , winter and leisure moorings available - so there’s something for everyone. Choose from Aquavista locations across the UK, today.

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Hertfordshire

• The hidden cove on the Grand Union Canal
• 44 leisure moorings
• 20 residential moorings
• Visitor moorings by prior booking
• Unbeatable location on the River Avon
• 37 leisure moorings
• 88 caravan pitches

West Sussex

• Lies six miles within the sheltered, unspoilt waters of Chichester Harbour
• 290 leisure moorings

Warwickshire

• A great base on the Oxford Canal
• 200 leisure moorings

Cambridgeshire

• A quiet spot in the Cambridgeshire countryside
• 340 leisure moorings
• Picturesque base on the Grand Union Canal
• 69 leisure moorings
• 36 residential moorings
• Winter moorings available
• Visitor moorings - prior booking required

Northamptonshire

• A quiet country retreat on the water
• 270 leisure moorings
• High Use Premium moorings

Oxfordshire

• A gem nestled in the Oxfordshire countryside
• 355 leisure moorings

Worcestershire

• Mooring in England’s historic heartland on the Worcester & Birmingham Canal
• 42 leisure moorings
• 62 residential moorings
• Pretty marina with lock-free cruising on the Lancaster Canal
• 62 leisure moorings
• 26 residential moorings
• Where the Lancaster Canal meets the sea on the River Lune
• 156 leisure moorings
• Historic coastal marina on the Humber Estuary
• 180 leisure moorings
• 30 residential moorings
• Tidal lock entry

Nottinghamshire

• Market town of Newark on your doorstep based on the River Trent
• 98 leisure moorings

Marina in Staffordshire

• Your hideaway on the Trent and Mersey Canal
• 275 leisure mooring
• Hidden gem on the Aire & Calder Navigation
• 60 leisure moorings
• 40 residential moorings
• In the heart of London with access to the Regents Canal, Rivers Thames & Lea
• 56 leisure moorings
• 75 residential moorings
• A quiet spot in the heart of Nottingham city
• Based on the Grand Union Canal, Slough Arm with lock-free cruising
• 103 leisure moorings
• 55 residential moorings
• Exclusive development in a smart, modern setting based on the Leigh branch of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal
• 58 leisure moorings
• Waterside life in London with access to the River Thames
• 15 leisure moorings
• Connecting town and country on the River Avon
• 84 leisure moorings

Bedfordshire

• Natural escape hidden in Bedfordshire on the River Great Ouse
• 168 leisure moorings
• 78 residential moorings
• Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales and Moors, located on the Ripon Canal
• 80 leisure moorings
• 38 residential moorings
• Set near the mouth of the Portsmouth Harbour, it’s the perfect base for cruising the south coast
• 154 leisure moorings
• The UK's largest inland marina, located on the River Trent, Sawley Cut
• 420 leisure moorings
• 186 residential moorings

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Leicestershire

• A little gem tucked away in on the Ashby Canal
• 150 Leisure moorings
• 50 Residential moorings
• A rural retreat in the Warwickshire countryside
• 260 leisure moorings
• Hidden gem of Lancashire based on the Leeds & Liverpool Canal
• 41 leisure moorings
• 47 residential moorings

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• Your base for exploring the Oxford & Grand Union Canals
• 225 leisure moorings
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Boat Mooring 101: How to Attach Your Boat to an Anchor or Buoy

• 1 Types of Moorings 
• 2 Preparing for Mooring 
• 3 Attaching the Boat to the Mooring 
• 4 Securing the Boat to the Mooring 
• 5 Disconnecting the Boat From the Mooring 
• 6 Conclusion

Are you planning to take your boat into the water for the first time? If so, then you must know how to attach it to an anchor or buoy properly. If you don’t, you might find yourself adrift and in danger if a storm should hit. Fortunately, with our Boat Mooring 101 guide, you’ll get helpful tips and advice on securing your boat to something solid.

We’ll start by discussing what boat mooring is and why it’s important. We’ll also look at the different types of anchors and buoys you can use and the parts of your boat you’ll need to attach them to. Finally, we’ll provide detailed instructions on how to attach your boat to an anchor or buoy in a safe, secure manner.

Types of Moorings 

There are two main types of moorings for boats: anchors and buoys. Anchors are heavy objects connected to the sea floor with a chain or mooring line , which is then attached to the boat. Conversely, buoys are large indentations in the sea floor that boats can tie off to with a mooring line.

Anchors are typically preferred when visiting a new location, as they provide better stability and can be moved as needed. However, anchoring in the same spot for extended periods is not recommended to avoid harming local wildlife and other boats. In addition, the choice of an anchor will depend on the type of bottom terrain in the area; a heavier anchor is needed for areas with thick sand or clay deposits.

Buoys are often used as permanent locations for boats at marinas, docks, or other regularly visited spots. They offer less stability than anchors but can still be suitable for short-term use with enough space. When tying up to a buoy, it’s important to check that there is enough room between boats for safety and to avoid causing damage to another vessel’s equipment or lines.

Preparing for Mooring 

Before attaching your boat to any type of mooring, it’s crucial to thoroughly inspect the area to ensure it’s safe and secure. Look out for rocks or debris that could pose a hazard while maneuvering, and avoid shallow waters or submerged objects that could damage your boat. It’s also important to check the mooring itself, whether an anchor or buoy, to ensure it’s properly secured and won’t move once your boat is attached.

During the inspection phase, watch for changes in weather conditions, such as strong winds or waves, which could make attaching your boat more challenging than usual.

If using an anchor, ensure it’s properly secured by pulling on the mooring line until there’s no movement felt in the anchor or line. For buoys, ensure they’re secured with multiple strong lines or mooring lines to prevent your vessel from drifting off in unexpected wind currents.

Attaching the Boat to the Mooring 

Attaching your boat to a mooring will vary depending on whether you’re using an anchor or a buoy and any specific instructions from local marinas or dock owners. In both cases, it’s important to secure one end of a rope (anchor) or both ends (buoy) onto your vessel before proceeding to prevent accidentally disconnecting from the mooring during attachment procedures.

To attach your boat to an anchor, first, find where the chain connecting it to your vessel starts and securely attach one end of a sturdy rope to this point. Next, lead the rope back towards either side of your boat’s stern, tie the other end firmly onto either side with several half hitches, and finish with one last secure knot at the top point where the two ends meet. This creates a loop shape similar to traditional knot-tying methods and will keep all parts tightly secured even during stronger currents.

When attaching your boat to a buoy, find two points near both sides of your stern where sturdy ropes can be securely attached. Lead those ropes towards either side of the buoy, securely tie them into small loops similar to traditional knot-tying methods, and finish with one large loop over all four ropes using half hitches. Make sure each point along these ropes has been securely tied with several smaller loops before progressing forward, and finish off with a tight knot at each connection point.

Always follow local instructions and be cautious when attaching your boat to a mooring to ensure a safe and secure experience out on the water.

Securing the Boat to the Mooring 

After properly securing all four ropes between your vessel and an anchor or buoy, it is important to ensure they are secured even further. This prevents built-in currents in the surrounding area from tugging at the ropes, causing the vessel to drift away unintentionally.

For anchors, it is essential to double-check all connections by visually measuring the amount of slack between each side. Then, you should tighten the bowlines around all four connection points equally while extending the outboard fenders away from both sides of each loop created by tying two separate bowlines around each connection point. This ensures that the ropes are held taut without slipping.

Extra caution should be applied for buoys, especially in congested waterways such as busy marinas. Use extra strong springs (mooring lines) directly connected around each loop created by combining both sides at the endpoint. This will prevent sudden swinging motions caused by strong winds. When dismounting, roll up the springs.

Disconnecting the Boat From the Mooring 

After making sure that everything is packed up and everyone is ashore, it’s time to disconnect the vessel from the moorings that have been set up earlier.

For anchoring, start by carefully loosening the bowlines, slowly releasing the tension that was put aside previously. It’s important to unwind slowly and check the entire circumference to ensure everything is properly disconnected. Then, gradually shorten the rope several times until it’s loose enough to be freely disconnected.

For buoying, it’s a bit more difficult, but still possible with the right knowledge. Disengaging involves larger loops underneath each respective loop created earlier, so they can be easily undone once released. After loosening, simply slip them free and let go. Then release the springs underneath them and revolve approximately, making the process faster than expected. Finally, reach the eventual desired objective and complete the process.

Mooring your boat is essential for safety and should never be overlooked. However, with the right knowledge and preparation, attaching your boat to an anchor or buoy is fairly straightforward. We hope this guide has helped you better understand how to attach your boat to an anchor or buoy and why it’s so important. Knowing how to moor your boat properly can help ensure your time on the water is safe and enjoyable.

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Welcome to Rent My Boat Berth, the leading online platform that revolutionises the way boaters find and rent moorings and berths across the globe. With a user-friendly interface and an extensive network of boat owners and enthusiasts, we are committed to providing a seamless experience for both renters and owners. Rent My Boat Berth was created for boaters everywhere to find suitable moorings and berths across the globe. Travelling to new locations or having to unexpectedly stop in somewhere can become a mammoth task to find available places, especially at late notice. We offer a central marketplace to everyone, allowing an easy experience for both renters and owners.

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Rent My Boat Berth has options to suite your every need. Below is a select few of our Berth offerings.

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Designed with boaters in mind, Rent My Boat Berth offers a centralized marketplace where you can effortlessly find or rent out the perfect mooring or berth for your vessel. No matter where your nautical adventures take you, our platform provides a comprehensive solution, ensuring a hassle-free experience for both renters and owners.

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Seymour's Boatyard Seasonal Moorings

We set rental moorings in Northport Harbor, Centerport Harbor, Eaton’s Neck, Sand City, Duck Island Harbor and Asharoken.

Seymour’s rental moorings continue to be the safest in the harbor. Each year moorings are pulled, inspected and upgraded.

We use New England Rope’s premium 3-strand nylon line & will never reuse lines from a previous season.

All moorings come equipped with a new bridal; one pennant line and one safety line. All moorings come with chafe gear, a 4 ½ foot pick up stick and additional options are available if needed.

Seasonal Mooring Field

All moorings serviced by Seymour’s exceed standards set by Northport Harbor Advisory Board as well as Northport and Centerport Yacht Clubs. Seymour’s offers rentals, sales and servicing of moorings.

Transient / Guest Moorings

Transient Moorings available daily & weekly from April to October.

All moorings serviced by Seymour’s exceed standards set by Northport Harbor Advisory Board as well as Northport and Centerport Yacht Clubs.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Check out time is noon.

• Launch service is included in the transient mooring fee.
• Weekly moorings available.
• Reservations for overnight moorings can be made up to two weeks in advance.
• Mooring must be paid for in full.
• Reservation is non-refundable. No rainchecks or credits will be given.
• Hourly moorings are given on a first come first serve basis. Please hail Seymour’s on VHF channel 68 for availability & assignment.

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Whether it’s boating equipment, Seymour’s apparel or anything else on your wishlist, we carry a bunch of lifestyle and necessary items for the modern boater.

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The Moorings is the world’s premier yacht charter company, offering unmatched quality, service and attention to detail since 1969. We offer charter options for casual travelers and experienced boaters alike. Those seeking a hands-on sailing experience will best enjoy a bareboat charter aboard one of our traditional monohulls or contemporary sail catamarans. If you want to see the most of a destination, or aren’t quite comfortable with sailing, a charter aboard a high-performance power catamaran is the perfect choice. For the premium charter experience, a crewed yacht complete with captain and gourmet chef will treat you to an all-inclusive vacation that’s simply, and exclusively, about you. We also offer group charters for company incentives and more.

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There is nothing quite like a sailing vacation. Whether you’re after sunshine and beam reaches, rum drinks and reggae, or quiet anchorages and adventures ashore, a charter with The Moorings can deliver exactly what you have in mind.

“The British Virgin Islands is our flagship operation and the most popular charter destination in the world”, says Josie Tucci, VP of Marketing for The Moorings. “Over the past few years we have made unprecedented investments in the marina facility and fleet in the BVI, which have all recently been completed.”

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The Moorings offers one of the most modern fleets in the charter industry, including monohulls, catamarans and power catamarans. We are the only charter company offering award-winning Robertson & Caine catamarans. Rates vary by season and can be found  online .

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British Virgin Island Charters, Bahamas Charters, Belize Charters, St. Martin Charters, Antigua Charters, St. Lucia Charters, Martinique Charters, Grenada Charters, St. Thomas USVI Charters

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93 N. Park Place Blvd.  

Clearwater, Florida 33759  

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The Moorings offers discounts for repeat customers and long-term charters as well as monthly changing specials that can be found at  Moorings.com

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Dockage & Moorings

Up a well-defined channel from Nantucket Sound and just a short walk from Osterville’s quaint village and Main Street, Crosby Yacht Yard is a convenient destination no matter where you’re coming from.    Whether you’re staying for an evening or a summer, you will find both seasonal as well as transient dockage and moorings for vessels up to 60′ depending on availability. 

See below for additional details on how to reserve your slip or mooring today.  If you would like any additional information, please feel free to contact Dori at 508-428-6900 or by email .

Transient Dockage and Moorings

Check-in: after 12:30 p.m.; Check-out time: before 12 p.m.

In order to accommodate your request, please complete the appropriate reservation form. Our dockage coordinator will reach out to you within 24 hours.

You may also email or call 508-428-6900 and ask to speak to Dori for any answers to your questions not found here on our website.

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Seasonal Dockage and Moorings

If you interested in being added to our wait list, please fill out the DOCKAGE WAITING LIST APPLICATION and email to [email protected]. You will automatically be added and receive a confirmation email.

All SEASONAL moorings are currently full. There is a separate wait list which is managed by the Barnstable Harbormaster. You may find their form by clicking  Town of Barnstable – Moorings –

To determine availability for your vessel, please complete our waiting list form and submit by email or fax it to 508-428-0323 . 

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About mushroom moorings.

Mushroom Moorings is a subsidiary of Pioneer Mooring - a complete mooring company located in Dartmouth, Massachusetts.

Boat moorings are our main business and we can offer some of the best pricing you will find. We can ship a complete mooring or just what you need to anywhere in the U.S..

In 2004 we started to install and service moorings and now take care of over 1100 moorings both private and commercial in surrounding waters.

Rent a mooring at Atlantic Boat Company

Looking for a convenient and affordable location to launch your boat? Atlantic Boat has an easily accessible boat launch ramp and a marina with both seasonal moorings and transient moorings for rent. And, when the time comes let Atlantic Boat haul your boat out of the water and store it in one of our indoor or outdoor storage locations.

Our address is 355 Flye Point Road, Brooklin, Maine 04616

Waypoints have been provided for areas of Herrick Bay without Nav-Aids

Mooring Prices:

Moorings are rented on a first come first serve basis. We require a reservation form to be filled out, and also calling the office for confirmation (207-359-4658). We offer facilities with a hot shower, clothes washer and dryer located at our dock house. Mooring reserves have dinghy rights to the float. Dinghy’s should be clearly marked for owner identification.

For Storage Customers:

$1600 seasonal $750 monthly $350 weekly $50 nightly

Non Storage Customers:

$1900 seasonal $900 monthly $450 weekly $65 nightly

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WATER DIRECTIONS

From eggemoggin reach.

From “EE” at the East end of the Reach steer a course of 118° M to “N2”. Leave “N2” to port and steer a course of 087° M to ”C11” South of Mahoney Island. Leave “C11” to port and give Mahoney a wide berth as you come to a course of 002° M and proceed to a Waypoint at 44° 15.15N – 68° 31.3W. Leave this Waypoint on a course of 320° to our mooring field.

From Blue Hill Bay

Follow a course of 268° M through Pond Island Passage leaving “C1” and “C3” to port and “N2” to starboard. If your draft is less than 4’ or 5’ steer a course of 226° from “C3” to a Waypoint at 44° 15.15N – 68° 31.3W and then a course of 320° to our mooring field.

If you are deep draft, play it safe and continue on your course of 268° from Pond Island Passage to Waypoint 44° 14.06N – 60° 29.1W then steer a course of 342° to 44° 15.15N – 68° 31.3W leave this Waypoint on a course of 320° to our mooring field.

From Casco Passage or Jericho Bay

Go to “C11” South of Mahoney Island. Leave “C11” to port and give Mahoney a wide berth as you come to a course of 002° M and proceed to a Waypoint at 44° 15.15N – 68° 31.3W. Leave this Waypoint on a course of 320° to our mooring field.

Guest Moorings and Slips

Reserve your mooring, dock, or slip on dockwa.

Info for Guests

Planning on visiting us? Click the “Guest Info” button above for more detailed information for our Guests on our Facilities, Launches, Directions, Marina Slip Layout, Contact Info, Procedures, and Town and Harbor Facilities. See a Launch Driver for your ‘Access Card’ which will have lock codes and the WiFi password.

• PJYC monitors VHF channel 68. Call when entering the harbor.
• Check-in is anytime after noon. Check-out is before 11:30 AM.
• Click HERE to see our dock use rules.
• Click HERE to see our Dock/Slip Layout Diagram.
• During mid-season, Launch Service runs 7 day a week, from 8:00 am till late evening, even midnight some days.

Click HERE for our full launch schedule.

Mooring Rates

$1.60/ft. Per Night

Dock Rates (per night)

$3.25/ft. Off Season (See below) $4.25/ft. Monday – Thursday $5.25/ft. Friday – Sunday Holidays: $6.25/ft. and min 2 night stay on Memorial Day, 4 th of July, and Labor Day Weekends

Stay 3 Nights get 4th free! (Docks AND Moorings) $300 Weekly Mooring Rate $1,000 4 Week Mooring Rate

Day-Trip Docks & Moorings (no overnights):

Docks: $1.25/Ft/hr, minimum 2 hrs. Moorings: $55 flat rate for any part of a day.

Off Season Dock Rate $3.25/ft.

Until the Friday before Memorial Day Weekend. After the 2 nd Monday in September.

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Lat: 40.950433  Lon: -73.0676724

RESERVE YOUR SPECIAL EVENT IN OUR CLUBHOUSE (Non-Members must be sponsored by a member) Call Janet at 631-732-4397 or email [email protected]