As I was writing this post we actually had a fresh enquiry in that was exactly what this post is about. A boat in a marina near London has clearly been left un-maintained for too long and has now started to sink. This has made a tricky boat removal even trickier as now the boat has to be pumped out and re-floated.
We are here to help you arrange the removal of abandoned boats. Whether they are in a marina, on a mooring, on your driveway or maybe in a farmer’s field somewhere, we can help you remove abandoned boats from anywhere in the UK or mainland Europe.
Abandoned boats can not only become an eyesore but also a potential hazard both in the water and on land. If a boat is left abandoned on its mooring it may eventually come loose in stormy conditions and cause damage to any surrounding boats. If it then sinks it would become a navigational and environmental hazard. We have dive teams on standby ready to come and re-float the stricken vessel, so don’t panic!
Here at Boatbreakers we want to avoid any boat getting to the point where it becomes a problem for other boat owners. Much like being hit by an un-insured driver in a car it’d be the innocent party who’d foot the bill for the damage caused.
So if you’re a boatyard, marina or reluctant boat owner. Give us a call on 023 9298 4666 and arrange for our team to come and remove the abandoned boat from your premises. This will not only remove the risk of the boat becoming a problem to its surroundings but also free up space to store new boats owned by reliable customers.
Some other blog posts about Abandoned Boats
2019 Boat Disposal Recap (Part 1)
2019 has been a busy year for Boatbreaker so far. From our first day back in after the new year we had boats turning up for disposal.
Neglected Boat Thick With Coral-like Tube Worm
The Boatbreakers team have been busy at the turn of the new year collecting neglected boats. Our first batch have come out of the River Itchen in Southampton.
Canadian’s Abandoned Boat Program
Canada is the latest country to try and tackle the problem of abandoned boats littering their waterways. It was recently announced by Transport Canada that they will be looking for people to take part in their Abandoned Boats Program.
Beached Breakers
Eastney beach in Portsmouth is a regular destination for our team. Sadly it has become a local dumping ground for unwanted project boats.
American Problem With Abandoned Boats
American Problem With Abandoned Boats, By Travis Fain, WRAL statehouse reporter.
Abandoned Yacht Disposal for Sailing Club
Our Boatbreakers team were back out on the water in Portsmouth Harbour last week. We had received a call from a local sailing club to ask us to remove an abandoned boat from their moorings.
Have you any boats as I’m looking for one for renovation as I’m new to boating but always wanted to own one
Hello i Will be happy to pickup one abounded motor boat you have here in Europe?
Where Can i find one?
Thanks Mike from Denmark
Hello, a good friend of mine is looking for an old fishing boat, with engine(s), abandoned,
but in restorable condition..! 50 foot +, wooden/steel hull…
As we live in Inverness and Nairn area, finding one along the many bays of the adjacent
Moray Firth ( South coast ) towards Peterhead would be nice…?
If you know of any likely ones, let me know by email please..?
Thanks, Brian Malley, Inverness, 23/1/2022 pm.
What ashame these boats are laid waste someone would treasure having one of those Dave
Hi, do you ever get asked to remove boats that are genuinely useable. Initiall I am looking for something on or over 30ft long. I’m even considering a yacht although I have never sailed a yacht before, but I have found some local clubs who do RYA training sessions, otherwise a seagoing cruiser that is not powered by one of those 6 litre American V8 petrol guzzlers. Please contact me if I fall into your possible acquisitions. Thank you David Pearson.
Do you have any yachts that can be saved from breaking down?
Hi do not know help me as you brake boats I was wondering if you ever get any trailers to take a 22ft 1800kg boat thank you cash waiting.
I have a couple of old wooden boats on my friend’s land, I’ve been meaning to get rid of them for years but wasn’t quite sure who was about to get rid of a couple of old yachts… I’ll be giving you a call in the New Year!
You’ve definitely found the right people to deal with some old wooden yachts :) , and we look forward to hearing from you! Our number is 02392 984666, you can also email us using: scrapteam@boatbreakers.com