Affectionately dubbed the “Wasing Whale” by Frouds Bridge berth holders, our out-of-water facility has been introduced to provide the local and visiting boating community maintenance and repair services.
Services include but not limited too:
- Blacking and Epoxy
- Anode replacements
- Rudder & skeg works
- Tunnel band painting
- welding works etc.
We also offer a video call so we can walk you round for a hull inspection of your boat if you are unable to make it to us.
Our standard dock fee includes the following:
- Docking/Undocking
- Thorough hull scrape
- Power jet followed by stream clean
- Wire wheeling of the waterline - if required.
Our blacking fee includes:
- 2 coats of either SML Ballistic Black or International Intertuf 16 whichever is you preference.
- We can use coatings to your specification for which we can provide a separate quote.
The customised floating dry dock has been welded and installed by a highly skilled local Berkshire-based team, using 32 tonnes of steel, 12 miles of weld and over 100 litres of paint for its assembly, offering berth holders a convenient and quality service.
To find out more or book your space contact us on 0118 9714508
Nestled in a quiet corner of Frouds Bridge and operated by RDT Marine, our floating paint tent offers works for gunwales, roofing, decks & full paint jobs.
To discuss your painting needs or book in your boat, contact Dave on 07961947006
We only allow approved contractors, who meet quality assurance criteria to work within the marina. This ensures only suitably qualified experienced and insured contractors are working safely on your boat. Below are a number of our tried and trusted 3rd party contractors.
With nearly 30 years of experience, Marcus is the go-to man for any marine engineering queries, projects or problems. Marcus offers a comprehensive service for canal boats, including engine installation and servicing, diesel and gas heating installation and repair, electrical installations, solar systems, stove and flue installations, fuel polishing, tank cleaning, plumbing work, and more
