Boating

Your complete Blacking Package

Getting your boat blacked this year?

If blacking is on your to-do list, we’ve made it simple. Choose the package that suits you best and we’ll take care of the rest.

Yard Package — £499
2 slipways
Pressure wash
1 week on the yard

Complete Package — £649
Everything in the Yard Package, plus:

2 tins of professional blacking
Roller handle + 10 heads
Gloves & scraper

Not sure which package is right for you?

No problem. Our team is on site throughout your time on the yard, so we’re always on hand to help.

We can talk you through the process, check your hull or simply give you a second opinion. You’re never on your own.

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Boating at Aqueduct Marina

Set in the heart of Cheshire on the Shropshire Union Canal, Aqueduct Marina is a friendly, family-run destination for all things boating. Whether you’re looking for a permanent mooring, a short stay, or your next narrowboat, our award-winning marina provides everything you need in one place — from secure, serviced berths to full engineering support, chandlery, and brokerage services.

Our Five Gold Anchor-accredited marina offers flexible mooring options, including linear and long-term berths, all set within 100 acres of peaceful countryside. With excellent facilities, on-site café, and easy access to the wider canal network — just two locks from the Trent & Mersey and Llangollen canals — it’s the ideal base for exploring the waterways of the North West and beyond.

If you’re buying or selling a narrowboat, our experienced brokerage team makes the process simple and stress-free. We offer professional listings, expert advice, and 7-day viewings to ensure every sale or purchase goes smoothly.

Join our thriving boating community and make Aqueduct Marina your home on the water. Explore our current mooring availability or browse boats for sale — and start your next canal adventure today.