Find long-stay boat moorings near Stafford, Staffordshire. Staffordshire & Worcestershire and Shropshire Union berths.
Area
Staffordshire, West Midlands
Type
Canal
Waterways
1 waterway
Moorings
2 listed
Location guide
Stafford sits between the Staffordshire & Worcestershire Canal at Radford Bank and the Shropshire Union at Gnosall, with the restoration of the Stafford Riverway Link aiming to reconnect the town itself. Marinas at Great Haywood, Tixall and Penkridge serve the area with long-stay berths.
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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