Aylesbury Slipway and Dry Dock
Peace of MindAt our slipway dry dock, we prioritize the safety of your boat above all else. Unlike traditional crane lifts, our state-of-the-art system gently guides your boat out of the water, minimizing the risk of damage or accidents. Experience stress-free boat maintenance and repair with our innovative approach.
Expertise
Our slipway dry dock is operated by a dedicated two-man team, comprising Richard and Andrew. Andrew has been with us for six years, bringing a wealth of experience and skill to every job. You can trust in our team’s expertise and commitment to providing high-quality services, ensuring that your boat is in good hands.
While Aylesbury Canal Society’s primary service is to provide a dry dock facility for your boat, we recognize that you may require additional services to maintain and protect your vessel. While we don’t offer these services directly, we can connect you with trusted external contractors who specialize in a variety of tasks, including blacking the boat, welding, and fitting new anodes. Let us help you find the right professionals to ensure your boat stays in top condition.
New Anodes and more
If you require new anodes for your boat, our recormended skilled welder and engineer Michael can provide expert advice and perform the installation. To arrange this service, please inform our secretary Jackie when making your booking
Slipway and Dry Dock facilitys
At the Aylesbury Canal Society, we understand that when it comes to caring for your boat, trust and expertise are paramount. That’s why we offer some of the most innovative and comprehensive slipway facilities in the country, designed to ensure that your boat receives the highest level of care and attention. Unlike other slipway setups, our unique trolley system and electric winch allow us to gently lift your boat out of the water, providing easy access to the entire bottom for cleaning and maintenance. With our state-of-the-art equipment and knowledgeable staff, you can rest easy knowing that your boat is in good hands.
Using the Dry Dock
Blacking your Narrowboat
Blacking your boat and base plate is an essential part of proper maintenance. The blacking process involves applying a protective coating that prevents corrosion, prolongs the life of your boat, and maintains its appearance. It’s crucial to black your base plate, as it’s often the most vulnerable area and can lead to significant damage if neglected. Our unique slipway dry dock system allows easy access to the base plate, enabling a full and thorough blacking, which is vital for protecting your boat’s integrity and maintaining its value. In addition, this comprehensive access also allows for thorough surveys, ensuring that potential issues can be identified and addressed early on, providing further peace of mind for boat owners.
Narrowboat Surveys
Our Dry Dock provides the perfect environment for conducting thorough boat surveys. With our unique system, boats are gently lifted out of the water, allowing easy access to all areas, including the hull, base plate, and other vital components. This comprehensive accessibility enables surveyors to conduct a detailed inspection and identify potential issues that may go unnoticed. In addition, our experienced staff is on hand to assist with any specific requirements, ensuring a smooth and efficient survey process. By choosing our dry dock for your boat survey, you can rest assured that no stone will be left unturned in assessing the condition of your vessel.
Anodes
Anodes play a critical role in protecting your boat from electrolysis, a process that occurs when two dissimilar metals come into contact with an electrolyte, such as saltwater. This interaction creates an electrical current, causing corrosion and damage to your boat’s hull. Anodes are made from a more active metal, which corrodes faster than the hull itself, sacrificing itself to protect your boat. As anodes deteriorate over time, it’s essential to have them replaced periodically to ensure your boat remains well-protected
What Customers Are Saying
“We blacked our boat here in July 2024 and cannot recommend this facility enough. Good space, modern facilities, access to fantastic kit to get the job done, and extremely helpful advice from experienced boaters. Going down the Arm was pretty easy as well and absolutely worth doing. Thank you to the team for the help! We hope to come back one day to winter moor here, that’s how much we recommend it, most friendly marina we’ve ever been to.“
“Friendly and helpful folks with a beautifully-maintained marina and top-notch facilities.”
“7 day free secure visitor moorings and use of all facilities, with friendly welcome from resident boaters. This is a fantastic marina to stay in, and I’m very grateful for having had the opportunity to do so.
Additionally the Aylesbury Arm is a beautiful canal, completely rural, which is amazing so close to London, and well worth a journey along it.“
“Aylesbury Canal Society is a friendly society where boat owners are able to moor canal narrow boats. They welcome new comers. There is pump out, fuel, dry and wet docks.”
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