Dry dock services at three locations.
Narrowboat Dry Dock Services at Whixall
Fully qualified and experienced staff at seven locations.
Quality work provided at a fair price.
We offer quality maintenance, repair & dry dock services for canal boats at a fair price.
Our maintenance and repair services are for canal boats and are undertaken by fully qualified and experienced staff.
We offer dry dock services at Bradford on Avon, Trevor & Whixall.
Our standard labour rate is £50 plus VAT per hour.
Our gas & welding labour rate is £75 plus VAT per hour.
Our Call Out Service is £80 plus VAT for the first hour, £60 plus VAT per hour thereafter. Travel is charged at 50p per mile.
We sell Calor gas, diesel, coal, logs and pump out services at all our boat yards, except Whixall.
Our Maintenance, Repairs & Dry Dock Prices
Engines
Canaline and Isuzu service & installation dealers.
Major service: from £200 + VAT.
Driveplate supply & fitted: from £200 + VAT.
Engine oil & inspection service: £100 plus VAT & materials.
Replace engine control cables: from £80 plus VAT.
Engine replacement: from £1,200 plus VAT (10% discount on retainer).
Gearbox service & repairs: from £50 plus VAT.
Head gasket supplied & fitted: from £500 plus VAT.
Safety Checks
Gas Safety Check: £100 plus VAT.
Boat Safety Certification: from £250 plus VAT.
Chandlery
We can supply the following chandlery items:
110 Amp batteries: £130 plus VAT.
Replace alternator: from £130 plus VAT.
Replace starter motor: from £200 plus VAT.
Drive coupling upgrade: from £295 plus VAT.
Water Pumps: from £87.50 plus VAT.
Shower Pumps: from £105 plus VAT.
Engine Oil: from £4.50 per litre plus VAT.
Oil, Air & Fuel Filters: from £4 plus VAT.
Alternator Belts: from £8 plus VAT.
Antifreeze: from £2.50 per litre plus VAT.
Renew Stern Gland Packing: from £65 plus VAT.
Genuine & Non Genuine Filters.
Installation service also available.
Winterisation service
Check anti-freeze levels in engine & drain/prepare domestic systems ready for winter: £60 plus VAT.
Interior service
A thorough check of all internal systems & pumps, windows/vents for leaks, batteries & charging system: £85 plus VAT & parts.
Window repairs
Leaky windows removed & resealed: from £80 plus VAT.
Window upgrades: from £800 plus VAT.
Dry Dock Services
Survey or emergency repairs: from £395 plus VAT. Additional days in dock: £99 plus VAT.
Rudder repairs: from £90 plus VAT.
Rudder bearing supply & fit: from £80 plus VAT.
Repack stern tube: from £50 plus VAT.
Boat surveys: price on application.
Propeller, rudder & shaft repairs: from £90 plus VAT.
Supply & fit anode: small £80 plus VAT; slimline side £82.50 plus VAT; medium £85 plus VAT; large £100 plus VAT.
NB Dry docking for flat bottom hulls only.
Hull Blacking & Painting
Hull blacking: from £600 plus VAT.
Pressure wash and 2 coats of International Interluf 16: £16 plus VAT per foot.
Gunwhale painting: International Interluf 16 £175 plus VAT; matt black 2 coats £11.50 plus VAT per foot; and gloss 2 coats £13.50 plus VAT per foot.
Additional top coats: price on application.
NB Dry docking for flat bottom hulls only.
Call Out Service
£80 plus VAT for the first hour (with travel charged at 50p per mile), £60 plus VAT per hour thereafter.
For narrowboats cruising quieter stretches of the canal network, maintaining hull condition below the waterline is just as important as routine servicing. At Whixall, Anglo Welsh provides professional narrowboat dry dock services focused on safety, durability and long-term performance.
Dry docking at Whixall allows our engineers to carry out comprehensive inspections and essential maintenance in a controlled, on-land environment.
Dry Dock Services for the Shropshire Canal Network
Whixall is well positioned for narrowboats cruising the Llangollen Canal and nearby waterways. Our dry dock services here are ideal for owners looking for thorough hull care away from busier cruising centres.
Each narrowboat is assessed individually, with work tailored to its condition and cruising patterns.
What Our Whixall Dry Dock Services Include
- Full hull inspections and reporting
- Hull blacking and surface preparation
- Anode checks and replacement
- Propeller and stern gear inspections
- Inspection of underwater fittings
- Identification of corrosion, damage or wear
All recommended work is clearly explained before proceeding.
Why Dry Dock Your Narrowboat at Whixall?
Dry docking helps to:
- Preserve hull condition and structural integrity
- Prevent long-term corrosion issues
- Maintain efficient cruising performance
- Reduce the risk of unexpected problems on the water
Regular dry dock services are a key part of responsible narrowboat ownership. Book narrowboat dry dock services in Whixall and keep your boat in excellent condition.
FAQs – Whixall Dry Dock Services
Do you offer narrowboat dry dock services at Whixall?
Yes. We provide professional narrowboat dry dock services at Whixall.
Is Whixall suitable for older narrowboats?
Yes. Dry dock inspections are particularly valuable for older boats.
How long will my boat be out of the water?
This depends on the scope of work. We’ll confirm timescales once the work is agreed.
