Canals Navigation authority moorings Essex Waterways

Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation

Chelmsford, Essex · on the Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation

Availability

Not yet reported

We've asked Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation what berths they have free and will show the answer here with the date. Until then, call them on 01245 226245.

Prices for 2026

£3,120 a year for a 57ft narrowboat

WhatPriceYour boat
Mooring
Basic facilities tier; long-term rate.
£14.97 per metre a month
Mooring
Intermediate facilities tier; long-term rate.
£16.48 per metre a month
Mooring
Standard facilities tier; long-term rate.
£17.76 per metre a month
Mooring
Premium facilities tier; long-term rate.
£19.81 per metre a month
Mooring
Premium Plus facilities tier; long-term rate.
£22.05 per metre a month
Mooring
Per night for the first seven nights; visitor rates from 1 January 2026.
£24 to £42.50 a night by length
Bands
  • 0–23ft: £24
  • 23–33ft: £29
  • 33–43ft: £33
  • 43–49ft: £37
  • 50–66ft: £42.50
Mooring
Per night for subsequent nights up to one month; visitor rates from 1 January 2026.
£12 to £21.25 a night by length
Bands
  • 0–23ft: £12
  • 23–33ft: £14.50
  • 33–43ft: £16.50
  • 43–49ft: £18.50
  • 50–66ft: £21.25

Long-term moorings require a minimum three-month agreement. The published long-term rates vary by facilities. From their published tariff, checked October 2026. Confirm before you book.

About Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation

Essex Waterways manages permanent, visitor and residential moorings along the Chelmer & Blackwater Navigation in Essex.

Permanent moorings are offered at Heybridge Basin, Hoe Mill Lock, Paper Mill Lock, Sandford Mill, Springfield Basin and other locations along the Navigation.

Inland sections above Hall Bridge suit boats up to 17.40 metres; Heybridge Basin accommodates larger sea-going vessels.

Berths

  • Kinds: pontoon berth, linear mooring
  • Takes: narrowboats, cruisers, sailing yachts, small boats
  • Longest boat: 17.4m (57ft)
  • Liveaboard by arrangement: Residential moorings are available at Springfield Basin and Heybridge Basin.