Bates Boatyard Ltd

We are a long established boatyard, specialising in historic wooden and composite boat restoration as well as bespoke new wooden boats. We have experience in a wide range of boats, from National Trust Wey barges, through RAF rescue boats to traditional wooden narrowboats.

We offer a range of services including: all boat building materials, including timber and coal tar products, milling equipment on site and timber cut to order, mobile plank steamer, sideslip for boats up to 72' x 7', traditional side launch, hardstanding positions available for boat storage and work, indoor dry dock for boats up to 72' x 14' - well lit with heating available, DIY facilties and helpful advice, West system epoxy coatings undertaken. We are based around Tring, Hertfordshire, but regularly work on jobs around the country. We would be pleased to discuss your specific requirements with you.