Canal & River Trust facilities at Marsworth Junction on the Grand Union Canal, near Bridge 131: water point, Elsan disposal, rubbish disposal and self-operated pump-out. Facilities sometimes close for repairs, so check Canal & River Trust notices before relying on them. Spotted a problem? Suggest an edit. Facility and location data from Canal & River Trust, checked 19 September 2026.
Day boat hire from the Aylesbury Canal Society at Circus Field Basin, on the Aylesbury Arm of the Grand Union Canal between locks 14 and 15. Catalina is a 31ft traditional-stern narrowboat for up to 8 people, available every day including bank holidays. Every hire includes one hour of free tuition in boat handling and lock operation, and dogs are welcome. On board: a galley with sink, gas hob, kettle, plates and cutlery; a front deck seating up to 8; a flushing toilet and sink; a USB port and socket for an electric cool box; and a radiator in the cabin for colder days. Prices (2026): Monday to Thursday, excluding bank holidays, £150 inc VAT. Friday to Sunday and bank holidays £186 inc VAT. Book via the Society’s website or call 01296 252101 (office Mon–Fri 9am–1pm), WhatsApp 07999 069 243.
A mobile Boat Safety Scheme examiner covering Northamptonshire, Warwickshire and Bedfordshire, including the Grand Union around Braunston, Stoke Bruerne and Milton Keynes. No base town is published; the map pin shows the centre of the area covered. Examinations from £250 to £300 depending on mileage, with free retests within 3 months.
A mobile Boat Safety Scheme examiner based in Chertsey with a marine electrical background, covering inland waterways in the south of England and offering electrical, fuel system and plumbing work.
A family-run boatyard and dry dock at Semington on the Kennet & Avon that offers Boat Safety Scheme examinations for private leisure boats, along with blacking, welding, electrics, fit-outs and stoves. The examiner is not Gas Safe registered.
