Premier Marinas has confirmed the acquisition of Boatfolk's 11 marinas – bringing its combined portfolio to 22 sites across the UK
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How to cope when marina berthing goes wrong
Nobody gets every tricky marina manoeuvre right first time – but what do you do if things don’t go as planned? David Harding presents an escape route
Coroner raises ‘industry-wide concerns’ about marina safety ladders after drowning
The tragic death of a liveaboard boater, who drowned after falling into cold water and struggling with a marina safety ladder, has prompted a hard-hitting coroner's report demanding 'industry-wide changes'
Guernsey boat owners revolt against ‘hefty increases’ to mooring charges
Recreational boat owners are campaigning against any future increases above inflation by the Guernsey Ports.
Berth holders hit back at ‘restrictive practices’
Berth holders at some Aquavista coastal marinas are angry over boat selling rule changes introduced by management
Chichester Marina and Harbour: a guide
Tranquil Chichester Marina and the surrounding harbour is the perfect destination for sailors with time to explore this area of natural beauty, as Alison Wood reports
Fresh water supply guidelines – New best practice document issued
New guidelines have been issued on how to use water facilities safety in marinas, boatyards, sailing centres, canals and other inland waterways.
Lock at Port Solent to temporarily close next year
Premier Marinas is advising berth holders that the lock at Port Solent Marina will be temporarily closed for maintenance from the end of January
£11M upgrade for Premier Marinas along the south coast
Over the next 12 months, Premier Marinas will be investing £11 million into their south coast facilities, including £7.5million on the redevelopment of Noss on Dart
The Marine & Property Group Ltd acquires Port Dinorwic Marina
The Marine & Property Group Ltd has announced the acquisition of the 180-berth Port Dinorwic Marina in north-west Wales.
Porto Montenegro named first marina in the world to receive Platinum status
Porto Montenegro has become the first marina to be awarded the new 5 Gold Anchor Platinum accreditation.
Deganwy Marina is up for sale
Deganwy Marina, one of the most modern marinas in North Wales is being offered for sale by The Crown Estate, with a guide price of £2,500,000.
Judicial Review supports Brighton Marina licence decision
A decision by the MMO to grant a marine licence relating to development in Brighton Marina has been upheld in the High Court following a Judicial Review.
Marina visitors’ berth guide – now online!
A comprehensive guide to where visiting sailors can find hot showers, facilities to top up water tanks and fuel, access Wi-Fi and stock up on supplies, plus the prices charged.
Mylor Yacht Harbour consulting on extension plans
A consultation process is under way ahead of Mylor Yacht Harbour submitting a planning application for a £1million scheme to create berths for 30 more boats
PBO’s Marina Price Guide, now improved with boating charts
Your comprehensive annual berthing guide to 272 coastal marinas around the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Shetland Islands and the Republic of Ireland
Dean & Reddyhoff acquires Hamble marina and boatyard
South coast marina operators, Dean & Reddyhoff Ltd, has today, 1 March, completed the purchase of Deacons Boatyard Ltd, located in Hamble, Hampshire.
April 2017
In the April 2017 issue of Practical Boat Owner...
Four-star floating hotel suites planned for Milford Marina
Pembrokeshire County Council’s planning committee has approved the Port of Milford Haven's application to erect four floating hotel accommodation units
Largs Yacht Haven and Poole Quay Boat Haven voted Coastal Marinas of the Year 2017
UK boat owners have voted for Largs Yacht Haven and and Poole Quay Boat Haven as UK Coastal Marinas of the Year 2017 as part of the prestigious Yacht Harbour…