Limehouse Marina

In May 2004 management of Limehouse Marina reverted to British Waterways, but CA members are still entitled to discounts. All enquiries about berth bookings and other matters should therefore be directed to the British Waterways Marinas office at Limehouse, who can be contacted on:

020 7308 9930.

Photo by Sailing Today / Future Publishing

Pictured on the right from a pontoon is CA House (centre left) and the British Waterways Marinas office and marina facilities (centre right). For a page of pictures click here.

Limehouse Marina has become the Jewel in the Crown of the British inland waterways network. Situated where the canal system meets the Thames, east of the bridges, it provides the ideal location for all river, canal and sea-going pleasure craft. The 90 berth marina with excellent modern facilities, has been established in the old Regent Canal Dock, one of London's earliest docks. Built in 1820 and preceded only by the East & West India Docks and the London Docks, it is the oldest dock still operating as originally planned. Read about its fascinating history. Berthing is available for yachts, motor cruisers and narrow boats.

Limehouse Marina

Full access to 2,000 miles of inland waterways system
Good access to the Thames at most stages of the tide except low water
Full disabled access across lock to pontoon and toilet facilities
Card access to pontoons
Electricity at each berth
Water points on every pontoon
Launderette facilities
Pump-out/waste disposal barge
Showers, toilets and waste disposal facilties
Public transport adjacent to marina, DLR, British Rail and London Buses
Secure (keys for users) car park situated near Marina for berth holders
Headquarters of the Cruising Association with bar and catering facilities
Competitive rates for longstay and short term moorings; discount for CA members.
Secure premises - swipe cards issued upon arrival (subject to a £20 returnable deposit) to allow entrance onto pontoons and shower/toilet block. Video security cameras also in operation.

Lock Operating Times (valid as of 6 July 2002)

Limehouse Lock is permanently staffed at the following core hours:

1st April to 31st October 0800 to 1800 hours

1st November to 31st March 0800 to 1600 hours

Furthermore, the locks will be available for passage during the times below by pre-booking passage with the harbourmaster at least 24 hours in advance. Telephone 020 7308 9930 (24hr answerphone) and leave full details: your name, telephone number and the date, time and direction (from or to the Thames) required for passage.

1st April to 31st October 0500-0800 and 1800-2200

1st November to 31st March 0500-0800 and 1600-2200

If Easter is before 1st April then core hours will be operational from the earlier date. Maximum craft dimensions are 28m length, 7.5m beam and 2.5m draft.

In an emergency outside office hours dial 100 ask the operator for Freephone Canals and then ask our Emergency Answering Service to page the London Duty Officer. If telephoning from a mobile phone you need to telephone 01384 215789.

For further information about London's Canals and the Lee & Stort Navigations contact: British Waterways, 1 Sheldon Square, Paddington Central, London, W2 6TT Tel 020 7985 7200 Fax 020 7985 7201 Email enquiries.london@britishwaterways.co.uk

Thames Navigational Information (valid as of 6 July 2002)

Vessels fitted with VHF Radio should contact 'Limehouse Marin' on Channel 80. Port of London Authority Notices to Mariners giving notification of changes to navigation on the Thames are distributed to the harbour master's office at Limehouse and the Cruising Association. This information is constantly updated on the London VTS (VHF Channel 14). All boats should contact London VTS on approaching the Thames Barrier (either from Margaret Ness on the eastern side or Blackwell on the western side). Vessels are advised to use their motors at least 500m either side of the Thames Barrier. For further information about the tidal Thames contact: The Port of London Authority, London River House, Royal Pier Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 2BG. Tel: 020 8855 6315

Berthing Charges (valid from 01/04/06 until 31/03/07)

Annual	£232.00 per metre
6 Monthly	£139.20 per metre
3 Monthly	£68.00 per metre
Monthly	£26.20 per metre
Weekly	£12.00 per metre
Daily Flat Rate	£16 (£20 for 16m + )

All prices including VAT.

Discounts (valid as of 6 July 2002)
CA Members receive 5% discount on all rates before VAT
There is a 10% discount on berthing fees for a club booking
There is a 15% discount on berthing fees for a club booking made by a Member of the Cruising Association

Electricity Charges

Via metered bollard - 50, 100, 200 & 500kWh cards available

Updated 07 April 2006 IAB

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