In addition to various visitor moorings the Ashby Canal also has three slipways. One at Snarestone and two on the isolated northern section at Moira Furnace and Bath Yard Basin (opposite Conkers Waterside).

1. The slipway at Snarestone Wharf DE12 7DD

A slipway and visitor moorings are available at Snarestone, beyond bridge 61A.
To arrange use of the slipway or for general inquiries regarding visitor moorings either visit Snarestone Wharf in person or email: slipway@ashbycanal.org.uk

Fees and conditions (from 2024):

Slipway:
Launching & Recovery (covers in and out) – £25
Launch only – £15
Recover only :  £15

(Reduced rate for small dinghies and canoes, etc. Launch and recover – £5)

50% discount on above rates for ACA members

Car and Trailer parking
(Subject to availability of space – NO PARKING ON GRASSED AREAS)

Cars:
Short stay (between 10am & 5pm) – FREE
Overnight (to be agreed with shop first) – £2.50
Per week (to be agreed with shop first) – £10

Maximum period – Two weeks

Trailers:
Per week (to be agreed with shop first) – £10

Maximum period – Two weeks

Visitor moorings beyond bridge 61A

First 48 hours – FREE
Thereafter (per night) – £10

Concessions for ACA and AWCC Club members
First 48 hours free
Then next five nights free ( i.e. 7 nights in total) then £10 per night

The Association disclaims liability for loss or damage to boats, cars, contents thereof, and trailers whilst on the site. Users of these facilities must complete the appropriate form (available at the ACA shop) with contact details, etc.

2. The slipway at Moira Furnace DE12 6AT

To arrange use of this slipway, or for general enquiries re visitor moorings, contact: 

Geoff Pursglove   – mobile 07989 550427 or 01530 272427

3. The slipway at Bath Yard Basin DE12 6BD

To arrange use of this slipway, or for general enquiries re visitor moorings, contact: 

Geoff Pursglove   – mobile 07989 550427 or 01530 272427