Nestled in the tranquil Staffordshire countryside near Barton-under-Needwood, Barton Marina is perfectly placed on the Trent & Mersey Canal—offering boaters a peaceful haven at the heart of the UK's canal network.
With 300 fully serviced berths, Barton Marina caters to a wide range of mooring needs, whether you're looking for a long-term home for your boat or a short-term stopover during your cruising adventures. All moorings come with access to electricity, water, and secure entry points to the jetties, giving you peace of mind throughout your stay.
Our facilities include two washroom blocks with toilets and showers, a dedicated laundry area, and a fully equipped workshop for essential maintenance and repairs. The on-site workshop is run by Great Haywood Marine Services, a trusted and experienced team known for their friendly service and expert workmanship—an added benefit for anyone mooring here.
Just a few steps from the marina, you’ll find a lively range of restaurants, cafés, boutiques, and independent shops. Whether you're in need of supplies, a bite to eat, or a relaxing drink by the water, everything you need is right on your doorstep.
Flexible Moorings: Leisure, Residential, Visitor & Winter
Barton Marina offers a variety of mooring options to suit every boater’s lifestyle. Whether you're looking to spend regular time aboard or enjoy extended stays, our leisure moorings provide the perfect base without the commitment of full-time living. We also offer residential moorings for those who call their boat home, visitor moorings for short-term stopovers, and winter moorings for a safe and sheltered place during the colder months.
With 300 fully serviced berths, excellent on-site amenities, and a vibrant canal-side setting, Barton Marina is a fantastic place to moor your boat all year round.
Choose the Right Mooring for You
Leisure moorings are ideal if you enjoy regular escapes to the water but don’t live aboard full-time. While you can’t use a leisure mooring as your permanent address, you’re welcome to stay for extended periods throughout the year. All the essential services—electricity, water, and waste disposal—are provided for a comfortable stay.
Secure a Leisure Mooring
If you're ready to embrace life on the water full-time, a residential mooring at Barton Marina offers everything you need. Fully approved for permanent living, our residential moorings come with essential infrastructure, planning permission, and the freedom to use your boat as your official home address. You'll enjoy a peaceful, secure setting with a close-knit marina community, excellent facilities, and easy access to shops, dining, and local attractions—all from the comfort of your floating home.
Live Afloat in Comfort and Style – Enquire Now
Looking for a secure and welcoming place to moor your boat this winter? Barton Marina offers fully serviced winter moorings from November through March, providing a peaceful and protected base during the colder months.
Nestled on the Trent & Mersey Canal in the heart of Staffordshire, our marina offers everything you need for a comfortable winter stay—including electricity, water, waste disposal, modern washroom facilities, and on-site maintenance support from Great Haywood Marine Services.
With a friendly marina community, 24-hour access control, and a selection of restaurants, cafés, and independent shops just steps away, Barton Marina is the ideal winter mooring location. Whether you're pausing your cruising season or simply want to enjoy the quiet charm of canal-side life in winter, you'll find a warm welcome here.
Secure your winter mooring
In addition to 24-hour access to your home marina, you now have the ability to cruise the network with unlimited access to Lakeland Leisure Marinas*. Enjoy Saul Junction Marina in Gloucestershire, Tattenhall Marina in Cheshire, Roydon Marina Village in Essex, Great Haywood in Staffordshire, which is only a days cruise away and great for a weekend away.
Our Roam Free scheme encourages the freedom to explore the waterways whilst knowing you have a home mooring - cruise the canals, enjoy both rural and city life from the water at your own pace; knowing you have a mooring to hand.
* Subject to availability, please contact your destination marina in advance of arrival.
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