Find long-stay boat moorings at Bingley, West Yorkshire. Leeds & Liverpool Canal berths at the Five Rise Locks.
Area
West Yorkshire, Yorkshire & The Humber
Type
Canal
Waterways
1 waterway
Moorings
1 listed
Location guide
Bingley is home to the Five Rise Locks, the steepest staircase flight in Britain and the signature structure of the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Moorings above and below the flight sit in the wooded Aire valley, with Leeds and Bradford both a short train ride away.
Yes. Long-term moorings on CRT-managed waterways require a current boat licence. River moorings under the Environment Agency require an EA boat registration. Most marinas handle this paperwork as part of the mooring agreement.
Most mooring fees include the berth space itself. Electricity, water, pump-out, and parking are often metered or charged separately. Always ask for a full breakdown before signing.
Most contracts run for 3, 6, or 12 months. Annual contracts are the most common. Monthly rolling agreements are available at some sites but usually at a premium. Notice periods are typically 1-3 months.
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