TOOLEY'S BOATYARD LIMITED
Working Continuously Since 1778
Tooley's Boatyard is situated in the heart of Banbury on the South Oxford Canal, this has one of the oldest working dry docks on the Inland Waterways, working continuously since 1778. The site also includes a blacksmith's forge and carpenter's workshop used for building traditional wooden boats.
Tooley's Boatyard Limited is the commercial arm of Tooley's Boatyard and is responsible for providing services for boats and boaters. This includes repair and maintenance of boats of all ages and types inside and out. See our Services page for more details.
NB. Venice in the Dry Dock
Please note – during lockdown – between 5th November and 2nd December the boatyard is working with a reduced staff level. Dockings are continuing as booked. The chandlery is closed, however we can take orders and arrange for customers to collect at a pre-arranged time.
For urgent work, engine services, and bookings for blackings etc. customers need to either email us at or call on 01295 272917 or 07828 853 189.