We have waiting lists for some of our most popular moorings. If we don’t have a mooring available at your chosen location,  you can join the waiting list. 

The Caledonian Canal

With short stretches of man-made canal linking the scenic Scottish lochs, this is a stunning location to moor a boat. The canal is ideal for yachts and cruisers; in fact, sailing across Loch Ness is more akin to a short sea crossing making boating on the Caledonian Canal unlike any other canal boat experience in the UK. 

The list below gives a summary of each location, the moorings available there and the type of vessels that are suitable.  

Current mooring and licence fees are valid from 1st April 2023 to 1st April 2024 when they are subject to review. 

Banavie

The moorings at Banavie are just beyond the top of ‘Neptune’s Staircase’ which raises the canal 19m (62ft) through a flight of 8 spectacular locks.

Corpach Basin

Corpach Basin offers wharf side moorings suitable for large craft only.  

Corpach Reach

Corpach Reach offers sheltered mooring in a quiet location between Corpach Basin and Banavie rail bridge. 

Dochgarroch East

A popular location with locals and tourists, Dochgarroch is a beautiful and busy hub at the head of Loch Dochfour leading to Loch Ness. 

Dochgarroch West

With open access to Lochs Dochfour and Ness, Dochgarroch West moorings offer the boater unrestricted access to open waters. 

Fort Augustus

Lying midway between Fort William and Inverness and on the shores of loch Ness, Fort Augustus is a popular tourist destination and bustling village.  

Gairlochy

13 miles from Fort William the quiet hamlet of Gairlochy lies at the southern end of Loch Lochy. 

Kytra

Ideal for boaters wanting to make an overnight stop whilst on transit through the canal.

Laggan Avenue

Hidden away and only a short hop from Loch Oich, are the secluded moorings of Laggan Avenue.

Laggan Top

Surrounded by lochs and mountains, Laggan Locks provides magnificent views.

Seaport Marina - Inverness

Lying in beautiful canal surroundings, less than one mile from Inverness City Centre. 

The Forth & Clyde Canal

Explore the tranquil Forth & Clyde Canal, passing through Scotland’s industrial heartland and vibrant green corridors. 

The list below gives a summary of each location, the moorings available there and the type of vessels that are suitable.   

Please be aware that there are varying depths on the Lowland Canals and to be able to cruise both the Forth & Clyde and Union Canals the maximum depth is 1.06m. 

Current mooring and licence fees are valid from 1st April 2023 to 1st April 2024 when they are subject to review. 

Maximum Dimensions

Forth & Clyde Canal

Max Boat Length: 19.2m

Width / Beam: 6m

Channel Depth: 1.83m

Maximum Headroom: 3m 

Forth & Clyde Canal, Glasgow Branch

Max Boat Length: 19.2m

Width / Beam: 5.02m

Channel Depth: 1.4m

Maximum Headroom: 3m 

Applecross Street

A 10-minute walk along the towpath from the heart of Glasgow.

Applecross Claypits

A 15-minute walk along the towpath from the heart of Glasgow, these moorings are currently in development.

Auchinstarry Marina

A popular destination between the historic mining towns of Croy and Kilsyth.

Bowling Lower Basin

At the western entrance to the Forth & Clyde Canal, Bowling is a popular destination.

Bowling Upper Basin

A popular destination only 30 minutes from Glasgow and directly on national Cycle Route 7.

Bowling Helenslea

A unique semi-rural neighbourhood only 30 minutes from Glasgow.

Cadder Wharf

Moorings in scenic, leafy surroundings in a semi-rural location. 

The Falkirk Wheel Linear

Just a stones throw from the Falkirk Wheel.

Kelpies

Under the sweeping elegance of the Kelpies, and adjacent to the popular destination of Helix Park.

Kirkintilloch Linear

A mixture of serviced and un-serviced moorings, with excellent transport links.

Panmure Wharf, Firhill

Situated at the edge of Glasgow’s only inner-city nature reserve.

Southbank Marina

A sheltered location with a full range of facilities nearby.

Speirs Wharf

Glasgow’s city centre right on your doorstep.

Temple Wharf - Lock 27

Four residential moorings close to the Glasgow West End.

The Union Canal

Explore the remarkable Union Canal, from the iconic Falkirk Wheel to the historic heart of Scotland's capital city.

The list below gives a summary of each location, the moorings available there and the type of vessels that are suitable.   

Please be aware that there are varying depths on the Lowland Canals and to be able to cruise both the Forth & Clyde and Union Canals the maximum depth is 1.06m. 

Current mooring and licence fees are valid from 1st April 2023 to 1st April 2024 when they are subject to review.

Maximum Dimensions

Union Canal & The Falkirk Wheel

Max Boat Length: 21m

Width / Beam: 3.5m

Channel Depth: 1.06m

Maximum Headroom: 2.7m 

Causewayend

A fantastic opportunity to be part of a unique rural neighbourhood.

The Falkirk Wheel Basin

Adjacent to one of Scotland's most iconic tourist attractions.

Harrison Park

A leafy mooring location situated two miles west of Edinburgh City Centre.

Leamington Wharf West

Residential moorings just a short walk from Princess Street and Edinburgh Castle.

Leamington Wharf East

A canal side home in the heart of Edinburgh.

Linlithgow East

An opportunity to enjoy life on the water in a semi-rural area with excellent transport links.

Linlithgow St Magdalenes

Rural moorings for leisure craft along the towpath from Linlithgow Basin.

Braehead, Linlithgow

Currently under development, these offer a rural location with close links to nearby Linlithgow.

Lochrin Basin

Situatued in a historic location with excellent transport links and local amenities. 

Ratho Marina

A custom built Marina only 15 minutes from Edinburgh, but a world away from city life. 

Ratho East Linear

Located opposite Ratho Marina, offering a tranquil setting only 8 miles from the centre of Edinburgh. 

Reddingmuirhead

Leisure moorings situated on the outskirts of Falkirk on a linear wharf.

Viewforth Quay

Residential moorings in a landscaped area with gated access.

Winchburgh Marina

Brand new custom built marina adjoining the historic Union Canal, bringing you close to nature in a central Scottish location.

The Crinan Canal

At just nine miles long, The Crinan Canal is ‘Britain’s Most beautiful Shortcut.’ 

The Canal links Loch Fyne at Ardrishaig with the Sound of Jura, creating a pathway for boats through the Kintyre Peninsula on their way to the Western Isles. Whilst predominantly used as a transiting canal we have a variety of long term and winter moorings available. 

The list below gives a summary of each location, the moorings available there and the type of vessels that are suitable.   

Current mooring and licence fees are valid from 1st April 2023 to 1st April 2024 when they are subject an annual inflationary uplift.

Ardrishaig Basin

The small village of Ardrishaig on the shores of Loch Gilp is home to the eastern end of the Crinan Canal. 

Ardrishaig Basin Dummy Lock

The small village of Ardrishaig on the shores of Loch Gilp is home to the eastern end of the Crinan Canal. 

Bellanoch Bridge

Surrounded by stunning scenery and a short hop from Crinan.

Bellanoch Pontoon

The pontoon berthing at Bellanoch provides sheltered freshwater moorings for over 40 boats.

Cairnbaan Lock 5

A popular stop nestled midway along the canal.

Crinan Basin

Sheltered berthing and stunning views on the doorstep of Scotland’s wonderful west coast. 

Crinan Basin – Dummy Lock

The Crinan Basin is right on the doorstep of Scotland’s wonderful west coast sailing grounds. 

Crinan Rings

Midway between Crinan Basin and Bellanoch, these secluded moorings are a great place to enjoy the surroundings.

Lock 14 Crinan

Adjacent to Crinan Basin, the moorings at Lock 14 are sited at the top of the lock offering sheltered berthing and stunning views.

Lock 4 Top

At the eastern end of the Crinan Canal nestled along the canal in the village of Ardrishaig. 

Oakfield Bridge

On the outskirts of Lochgilphead, Oakfield bridge has linear pontoon and wharf side moorings. 

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