The Environment Agency are the navigational authority for the River Great Ouse and are responsible for maintaining the waterway, keeping the locks in good repair and administering river licenses for motor craft. The Agency also restricts navigation on the river during times of flood. All information regarding navigation and licensing can be found on their website, as well as their strong stream text alert service.
Established in 1958, the Great Ouse Boating Association (GOBA) represents boaters on the rivers Great Ouse, Cam, Lark, Little Ouse, Wissey and associated East Anglian waterways.
Cam Conservators manage the River Cam and are the statutory navigation authority for Cambridge from Bottisham Lock to Byron’s Pool.
Alex Lloyd is a qualified marine surveyor and engineer offering services across the UK and Europe:
Pre-purchase Surveys, Insurance Surveys, Condition Surveys, Damage Surveys, Engine/Drive Inspections and Valuations
Boat insurance available for all types of yachts, motorboats, narrowboats & dinghies.
Funky Monkey Boat Names, supplier of high quality, self adhesive vinyl boat lettering and boat graphics for all kinds of craft.
One of the UK’s leading boat insurance specialists.
Tony Tug Boats offers UK and European wide boat transport on a boat trailer that accommodates up to 2.75 ton boats – (up to 32ft approx). Based in Milton Keynes.
Cliff Wall is a local marine engineer who covers most the Great Ouse River Network and based in March.
Nationwide Coverage to provide Bespoke Marine Mattresses and Toppers, Shaped Boat Bedding, Marine Upholstery, Deck and Cockpit Cushions and Galleyware perfect for you and your boat.
Week and weekend hire, Bridge Boatyard, Ely, specialise in providing craft for boating holidays. Their fleet includes cruisers from 2 to 6 berth, plus two narrow boats for hire.
The River Mill Marina (formerly River Mill Boats) is situated above Eaton Socon lock on the river Great Ouse at St Neots.
Based in St Neots and founded over 60 years ago, facilities include a large clubhouse with a bar, showers and toilets and an excellent slipway.
Local Boat Surveyor
Little Ouse Moorings is on the scenic Little Ouse river at Brandon Creek, Norfolk.
On the junction with the Great Ouse, Little Ouse Moorings provide an excellent base for boaters to explore the Anglian waterways and beyond. From Little Ouse Moorings you can enjoy miles of lock-free boating.
Based at Priory Marina, Bedford.
The Anchor Inn and Restaurant is situated by the river Great Ouse at the picturesque village of Great Barford.
KEYPART are the U.K.’s largest independent suppliers of marine engine parts and accessories.
Boat Safety Examiner covering Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire.
Experienced Boat Surveyor and Boat Safety Examiner.
19th Century public house set on the banks of the River Ouse near Downham Market.
Boat Hire and Marine Services – available for hire by the day, half day, or hour, and at affordable rates.
Professional Boat Transport across England, Wales, Scotland, Europe & Scandivavia. Any boat up to 50ft.
Gearbox, pump and engine spares supplier.
Supplier of window seals.
Marine mechanical services, including breakdowns and servicing.
Traditional Punting Company specialising in private and shared Chauffeured River Tours of Cambridge.
Winters Boat Storage offer under cover storage in Hemingford. Transport offered and power and lighting available.
Riverside bar and restaurant.