About the marina
Limehouse Waterside & Marina is an oasis of calm situated approximately half-way between the City of London and Canary Wharf. The metropolitan marina is operated by Aquavista – the largest marina operator on Britain’s inland waterways. The waterside is surrounded by cobbled streets, historic riverside pubs and a number of good restaurants. The marina is home to narrowboats, yachts and visiting ocean-going pleasure craft and, with over 75 residential berths, there is a friendly community spirit. The area is served by excellent transport links providing quick access into the City within 15 minutes or Central London with 25 minutes.
Facilities at the marina include secure moorings with CCTV, toilets, pump-out, showers, laundry, wi-fi, on-site chandlery, access to a fuel barge and the ability to secure private car parking on request. An Aquavista mooring also includes at least £650 of additional benefits, including complimentary reciprocal moorings, hardstanding, arrival assistance and a knowledgeable on-site crew to help you navigate every step of your boating journey.
Limehouse Waterside & Marina has been awarded three gold anchors in the TYHA independent Gold Anchor Scheme. This globally recognised accreditation is in acknowledgement of its security, ambience, facilities, and customer service.
The moorings
The moorings at Limehouse Waterside & Marina provide a refined waterside lifestyle, combining the energy of London living with the calm of a secure, well-managed marina. High-quality facilities support comfortable day-to-day living aboard, offering a practical and peaceful retreat within easy reach of the city’s best amenities.
Designed to suit full-time residents and those seeking a convenient base for city breaks, the marina allows for effortless access to London’s vibrant cultural scene while providing a quiet sanctuary to unwind. Life here merges the fast-paced city lifestyle with the calm of waterfront living.
The local area
Transport
Limehouse Docklands Light Railway (DLR) station is immediately to the north of the marina and provides frequent services to Bank, Tower Hill, Canary Wharf and Greenwich. There are also bus stops on nearby Commercial Road which go to the City and Stratford.
Shopping
Canary Wharf has an excellent range of shops which can be reached in 10 minutes by Docklands Light Railway (DLR) or a gentle 25 minute walk along the Thames Path. Local supermarkets are also located close to Limehouse Basin.
Entertainment
There are many bars, restaurants and a cinema at Canary Wharf, as well as a number of good riverside pubs within a few minutes’ walk. Other local attractions include Mile End Park, Museum of London Docklands and Whitechapel Gallery.
Cruising
Exploring London’s extensive canal and river network is easy from Limehouse Basin.
The Regent’s Canal is accessed immediately to the north of the Basin and winds its way over 8 ½ miles through East to West London.
The route passes through Islington, King’s Cross, Regent’s Park, Paddington and on to Little Venice where it meets the start of the Grand Union Canal.
From here you can continue on to Brentford and join the River Thames or travel north to Birmingham. Alternatively, cruising out of the Basin to the east along the Limehouse Cut will provide access to the Rivers Lee & Stort.
From here you can explore the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park by boat or, enjoy the rich habitats and open spaces within the Lee Valley Regional Park.
