Sawley Waterside & Marina

The UK’s largest inland marina

In a tranquil setting, on a navigational cut of the River Trent near Long Eaton in Nottinghamshire, lies Sawley Waterside and Marina, the largest inland marina in the UK.

With a water space that covers 23 acres, lapping up against the green and natural borders of the rural landscape, Sawley is peaceful yet well-connected.

Here, you can explore the mighty River Trent, River Soar and the Trent & Mersey Canal, which take you through miles of unspoilt countryside, as well as being close to the cities of Nottingham and Leicester.

We have your practical needs covered with a full array of Aquavista brilliant basics that you’d expect from modern waterside living including: 

Your mooring options at Sawley Waterside & Marina are:

• Leisure moorings
• Residential moorings
• Visitor moorings
• Winter moorings

Restrictions: we can accommodate the majority of craft up to 21.34m. If your beam is greater than 3.66m and air draft is greater than 3.05, we advise you to speak with a member of our Waterside Crew to help you further.

If you choose an annual contract, either residential or leisure, as well as access to all of the facilities you also receive:

• Explore 100 – Free stop-overs at other marinas in the Aquavista group
• Marina Swap - Easily swap to another Aquavista marina up to twice per year
• Moor Benefits – Access to our exclusive Moor Benefits programme
• A choice of payment options – quarterly or annual
• Regular newsletters and surveys – We make sure you’re up to date with any important news about our marinas, and we love getting your feedback on how we’re doing

Residential mooring package

A residential mooring means that Sawley would become your legally recognised residence and you could officially call it your home. You would also receive a host of other benefits including:

• A registered UK postal address and post box - all your mail can be delivered to a lockable post box at the marina, and you can use the marina address to register for doctors and schools etc.
• Free council tax when choosing a composite council tax option
• A secure parcel collection point for your parcels
• A 2000L Keter storage box to store your belongings securely, including your bikes.
• One free wash & dry per week in our upgraded laundry facility
• One free pump out per month

Things to do in Nottinghamshire and nearby

Whether you’re here for a visit, a holiday or to live, the local area has lots to offer. Discover the natural beauty of the hidden heart of England at the Attenborough Nature Reserve or Elvaston Castle and Country Park.

This inland marina near Nottingham is a great location for shopping, eating out and visitor attractions. Leicester, Nottingham and Derby are all within a short drive, and for family action and adventure, the National Watersports Centre at Holme Pierrepoint is nearby too.

With great road links to East Midlands airport, the M1 and Long Eaton train station, Sawley Waterside and Marina pulls off that elusive trick of being well-connected while feeling a million miles from anywhere.

Nearby cities and locations

Positioned where the River Trent meets the Trent & Mersey Canal, Sawley Marina in Nottinghamshire is one of the UK’s largest inland marinas and a perfect base for Midlands cruising.

• Long Eaton – ~2 miles; local town with shops and cafés.
• Nottingham – ~10 miles north-east; vibrant city for culture and nightlife.
• Derby – ~9 miles north-west; museums, dining, and shopping.
• Loughborough – ~11 miles south; university town with markets and parks.
• Leicester – ~20 miles south; heritage sites and modern city life.

Sawley Waterside & Marina is open

9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday

CLOSED - Sunday

You can call us on 0115 9077 400 within these hours. To speak to our Chandlery team, call 0115 9077 423 During seasonal and bank holidays our typical office hours may vary, please call the waterside office before making a visit.