Find long-stay boat moorings in London. Marinas, river berths, and canal moorings available across the capital.
Area
Greater London, Greater London
Type
Canal, Dock / basin, River, Coastal
Waterways
10 waterways
Moorings
3 listed
Location guide
London offers some of the most diverse and sought-after long-stay moorings in the UK, spanning the tidal Thames, the Regent's Canal, the Grand Union Canal, and a network of London Docks. Boat owners can choose from busy marina berths in areas like St Katharine Docks, Chelsea Harbour, and Limehouse Basin, or quieter towpath moorings along the Regent's Canal through Camden, Islington, and Hackney. The tidal Thames provides access to the wider estuary and the English Channel, making London a gateway for offshore cruising. Long-stay options range from full-service marina berths with electric hookup, water, and Wi-Fi, to more independent mooring on CRT-managed canals. Demand is consistently high, and waitlists at popular sites can run to several years, so registering your interest early is strongly recommended.
Listed mooring sites
3 sites
Yes — Limehouse Basin, St Katharine Docks, and Paddington Basin all offer long-stay berths, though demand is extremely high and waiting lists are common. The Regent's Canal through Camden and Islington also has CRT-managed residential mooring licences.
Yes, and many people do. London has a substantial liveaboard community, particularly on the Regent's Canal, Lee Navigation, and tidal Thames. You'll need a mooring licence, a valid Boat Safety Certificate, and appropriate insurance.
Expect to pay £500–£1,500+ per month for a marina berth in central London, depending on boat size and location. Towpath moorings via CRT are cheaper but far harder to secure and have long waiting lists.
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