Moorings, storage and craneage

The combined yards offer a wide range of mooring and storage opportunities. On land, there are 4 acres of hard standing available, with some covered space if required. All areas have access to power and water, and facilities include crane lifting for vessels up to 20 tons. A selection of heavy yard trailers is on hand, along with slipways for dinghy launching. Secure containers are available for storage ashore, and there is also a choice of cradles and chocks to hire.

On the water, there are over 150 moorings in total, with options ranging from swinging moorings to fore-and-aft setups. Some moorings are deep, while others are drying, offering flexibility depending on vessel type and preference. The site also benefits from pontoons and jetties, as well as opportunities for those who wish to dry sail. A few visitor moorings are also available at Waldringfield.

Woodbridge

Thanks to our pontoons and slipway, dinghies can be used at all states of tide to access our swinging and fore-and-aft moorings. For those with smaller boats and yachts, wishing to avoid the hassle of a dinghy, our pontoons and jetty offer a convenient alternative.

Charged per foot per week, our moorings offer flexibility and an affordable way to enjoy the river.

Prices

Effective from 1st August 2025: VAT exclusive:

Moorings:

  • Drying: £0.85 ft / week

  • Fore and aft Channel moorings: £1.00 ft / week

Pontoons:

  • Dinghies up to 10 ft. (surcharge over 10ft of £10/ft) £220 per 6 months

  • Dinghies up to 10 ft for yard customers (surcharge £8/ft) £130 per 6 months

  • Small Craft alongside pontoon (12ft-18ft): Customers £1.35 ft / week

  • Jetty Pontoon moorings 18ft – 29ft: Annual customers £1.35 ft / week

Packages

  • 12 month – Hardstanding only - £44.32 / ft

  • 12 month – Lift in, Swinging, Drying Mooring, Lift out inc. scrub, Hardstanding

  • £57.32 / ft

  • 12 month – Lift in, Channel Mooring, Lift out inc. scrub, Hardstanding

  • £61.82 / ft

  • 12 month – Lift in, Pontoon / Jetty Mooring, Lift out inc. scrub, Hardstanding

  • £72.32 / ft

  • 6 month ‘Winter’ – Lift out inc. scrub, Hardstanding, Lift in - £36.60 / ft

Waldringfield

Deep water swinging moorings, Pontoon moorings , Dry sail, Storage ashore. Discounted Yearly Packages available.

2025 summer season: Moorings ranging 25ft - 32ft available with 6ft draft at chart datum.

Current moorings PRICE LIST

Visitor Moorings on the River Deben

We offer sheltered visitor moorings, marked with coloured dinghies for easy identification:

  • Blue dinghies: Available to pre-book online via our calendar (up to 2 moorings can be reserved in advance).

  • Orange dinghies: First-come, first-served when space allows.

Both moorings are suitable for vessels with an LWL of up to 32 ft (measured at astronomical low water). Exceptions may be granted in fair weather conditions.

When booking, please use the “Number of guests” field to indicate the number of moorings you require. If you have your own tender and only need a buoy, please add this to the special requests section or call us on 01473 736260.

Visitor Mooring Guidelines

  • Mooring use
    Mooring buoys are intended for overnight stays and a reasonable time the following day. As boats often arrive and depart with the tide, please be courteous if another vessel is already on your allocated buoy—have a quick word with your fellow sailors as they may be arriving or departing.

  • Dinghies provided
    Each mooring is equipped with a 10 ft fibreglass rowing dinghy, complete with rowlocks, oars, and a bailer, for transport to and from the beach. Please secure dinghies using the chains provided and avoid the swimming area and mud flats near the pub when going ashore.

  • Communications
    The boatyard monitors VHF channel 37 or can be reached on +44 (0)1473 736260.

  • Pontoon access
    Please note the pontoon is private and reserved for berth holders only, to maintain security of their craft.

  • Dining
    We recommend booking a table at the nearby Maybush Inn in advance, as it is a popular spot. Reservations can be made via www.debeninns.co.uk.

  • Cancellations
    For enquiries or cancellations, please email info@woodbridgeandwaldringfieldboatyards.com. Refunds are available for cancellations, minus any card charges incurred.