The BluePages guide to Preston

From Dinghies to Super-Yachts, Commercial marine insurance, Skipper charter insurance, £3 million third party liability cover as standard. Water skiers and towing of toys liability available on request.
Cover available anywhere in Europe, Racing risk available.
In transit covered as standard, Instant cover available upon request, Third Party only cover available.

Welcome to AAA Taxis Preston, our location in Preston is very central and situated almost opposite Preston Railway Station & the Fishergate Centre. We have a large fleet of vehicles, which allows us to provide private hire for any type of journey - from around the corner to long distance and airport runs. We are happy to help in any way, you can contact us for further information.

Whatever your needs, we can help your nautical dreams become a reality

Specialist Marine advice
Personal tailored service
Independent search of market on your behalf
Free consultation - no charge or fee
Competitive premiums by leading marine Insurers
Personal claims service

For insurance covering :
power craft, yachts, dinghies, canal boats, rowing boats, jet skiis
and any other pleasure craft

With two surveyors in this practice, we provide a comprehensive and professional service with emphasis on evidence based reporting and attention to detail. Excellent client feedback indicates that our work has enabled well informed decisions for pre-purchase, new build, damage assessment or litigation situations.
Expertise and instumentation for GRP/FRP, Steel & Aluminium plus machinery and electrical systems assessment-Motor, Sail & Commercial to 24m.
We also specialise in MCA Small Commercial Vessel coding, from initial discussion through to compliance examination and stability assessment. Richard Linford sits on the MCA working groups that developed the codes from 1993 to date. He and Frank Hamer also lecture on the University of Plymouth's well respected Small Craft Suveying course.
Whilst West Country based our service range extends throughout the country with frequent instructions to visit vessels in Europe & overseas.
If you would like to discuss your requirements or any of our services, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Countless years of experience in the marine industry shines through at the North-West's premier power boat centre, so it doesn't matter whether you're looking for the simplest dinghy or the ultimate in power boat performance, you're sure to find all the equipment and expertise you need.

Based in Hamble on the Solent, the home of British yachting, we offer a range of specialist professional services tailored to the needs of today's boat buyer and owner.
A survey is a very personal affair and so we look forward to meeting with you soon to discuss your requirements.

Bosun's Locker has been in business for over 25 years and in that time has gained a reputation for having "five varieties of everything in stock". We have a large range from the main clothing brands.
We also have the largest selection of new and used sailing dinghies in Scotland. Our Showroom has a permanent boat display of examples from the Topper International range of low maintenance sailing dinghies.
Motor boats, fishing boats, and tenders from Orkney and Linder plus an extensive selection of inflatable boats are ex stock. We are a Specialist Zodiac RIB Centre, but can also supply Avon, Suzumar, Waveline, Plastimo and Wetline.
Outboard engines from Yamaha, Evinrude, and Suzuki, ranging from 2hp - 300hp two or four stroke including the Evinrude E-Tec direct injection engines.

Because of the different shapes,design and construction of both river/sea going craft, specialist skills and knowledge are needed to ensure a luxury finish is achieved, in harmony with the craft interior. Our Project managers are marine blind specialists who also have a passion for the sea, with a broad range of Yachting experience and qualifications

The Magical Kingdom of Camelot is a Theme Park based in the North West of England minutes away from the M6. Camelot is aimed at the whole family with white knuckle rides such as the Whirlwind Spinning Rollercoaster and more tame rides for the younger ones such as Caterpillar Capers and a huge indoor play area especially for the little ones. Camelot hosts a range of attractions that the old and young can enjoy.

Henri Lloyd, Musto and Gill sailing clothing can now be purchased safely online with Chandlerystore.com, brought to you by Aquatogs chandlery, along with deck shoes, sailing shoes, lifejackets and chandlery.

Henri Lloyd, Musto and Gill are at the forefront of new sailing clothing products. Our website has current ranges for Henri Lloyd, Musto and Gill for you to browse. Your sailing clothing is delivered direct to your door, free delivery with orders over £99.

Come and visit us at Counter Culture Fine Foods on Cannon Street. We are a newly opened Italian and French delicatessen/fine foods shop. Seafarers might enjoy our Sicilian tuna and anchovy! Elsewhere we have Italian salumi, and French and Italian cheeses. We also have olives - either plain, stuffed with garlic or with feta. New arrivals are fine Italian and French biscuits.As you might expect we have artisan pastas and a range of sauces, as well as French microwave meals. Fresh bread daily.

Trading since 1982 & specialising in marine insurance, we deliver a professional standard of service & deal with customers efficiently, with honesty integrity & transparency, assessing each individuals needs & providing appropriate advice & cover.
We aim to offer the most suitable cover at the most competitive premium, so that you have the correct type of policy & cover that you want.
With leading insurers at our disposal, plus schemes & discounts available, you don't have to spend the time & effort searching for the best deal - we can do that for you!

Located on the ground floor of Grace House at the centre of Poole Quay right next door to the green tiled "Poole Arms", Dorset Gifts is fast becoming a leading online reatiler of nautical gifts including seashells, lighthouses, display yachts and unusual maritime gift lines.

Most of our online products are for sale in the shop with the added enticing attraction of handmade West Country fudge, local scrumpy and fruit wines to buy in store as well as award winning New Forest scoop ice cream and our new recipe dairy soft serve ice cream.

Our eclectic mix of traditional seaside gifts are also locally sourced so you can pick and mix from such products as Moore's biscuits, Piddle beer, "Poole" rock, local butter tablet, sweets from glass jars or even Dorset Knobs - all served to you in a happy family retail environment by Tim, Jamie, Lisa, Dannielle, Charlotte or other distant family members! Don't miss ouur highly regarded website!!

Welcome to our new online store, since 1961 we have offered the boating world an unrivalled choice in Chandlery, Clothing, all types of Inflatables, Outboard Motors and support services. Our 5,000sq.ft. showroom is stocked with over 25,000 items at all times and our state of the art computer systems ensure constant monitoring of stock and regular updates on special offers and the latest products. We are currently loading our stock onto our website as quickly as possible but with such a vast range this does take some time! Every item you see on our site is part of our normal range of stock, unless clearly marked as "to special order only", and as such you can expect an off the shelf delivery from us on almost every occasion.

The hand built bikes that we sell are amongst the most innovative in the world.
Only the very highest quality materials such as magnesium and strong aviation alloys are used, bringing to you extraordinarily lightweight, robust and resilient products.
Like all high quality bikes these superb lightweight alloy frames are hand welded to ensure they are perfectly safe and will give you many years of trouble free service.

If you don't live near Southampton we dispatch to everywhere in the UK and Europe.

EPS MARINE LIMITED is a specialist company offering quality marine engineering services to the leisure, rescue and commercial marine markets from a base in Hamble, Southern England.

Boat Transportation throughout the UK and Europe

With Europcar, you'll always find the best car rental solutions for your business and private needs.

At Fusion Room we pride ourselves on only using the finest locally sourced produce, where possible. All of our dishes are prepared daily at the restaurant, and cooked to order, meaning the raw ingredients available to our team of chefs are constantly changing with the seasons. We like to reflect this in our dishes, resulting in an ever evolving menu that changes each month throughout the year.
The availability of fresh, local ingredients to our chefs means we can cater for any specific requirements, from food allergies to gluten free. Please do not hesitate to ask.

Glasson Basin Marina has a berthing capacity of 220 boats. Jetty moorings are fully serviced with water and electric. Facilities include boat lift, boat repairs and insurance work, osmossis treatment, AWLgrip paint spraying centre, rigging services, brokerage, fuel, water, Calor gas. A well stocked chandlery open seven days a week. Excellent laying-up facilities including undercover storage.
Boat maintenance.
Fully equiped workshop for all types of yacht repairs. Engine servicing, AWLgrip paint spaying centre, osmossis treatment, insurance work and rigging service.

We are members of the Association of British Sailmakers
Our team extends from experienced Cruising sailors to racing sailors who are multiple champions at World ,European and National level
We have invested in the latest computer design software ,cutting and manufacturing machinery. All manufacturing is done in house allowing us to carefully monitor our production.

Jo and Cass is one of the most progressive salon groups in the UK. Jo Ireland and Graham Cass began their creative partnership in 1996 having recognised the need for a world class hair salon in the North West.

Since those early days our customers have been experiencing the best in customer service and luxurious surroundings. We've continued to build on this success and you'll now find Jo and Cass salons in Kendal, Lancaster, Morecambe and Preston.

We hope that our Jo and Cass Experience brings you the perfect mix of glamour with the ultimate in hair & beauty that will surprise and amaze. Using the most advanced formulations and cutting techniques, the most luxurious environments and the expertise of our Jo and Cass teams, we are transforming hair & beauty into a skilful art. This recipe for success means every visit to a Jo and Cass salon is a special event for you

Here at the Macdonald Tickled Trout we like to ensure our guests have lots of space and comfort during their stay. Our 102 airy and elegantly furnished bedrooms all provide a relaxed atmosphere and demonstrate all the qualities of a first class hotel.

Maison of Beauty located in the picturesque village of Wrea Green.

We strive to provide both a quality service and innovative treatments to our clients. We also pride ourselves on achieving a relaxing experience, somewhere you can forget your troubles and spend time on yourself. A unique and unforgettable experience.

Specialising in Besenzoni passerelles Marine Options offer a large range to suit most vessel types and requirements. Units can be supplied and fitted on a bespoke basis or alternatively an existing passerelle can be serviced ensuring smooth and reliable operation when you need it most

Marine Options established in 2000 by Colin Paddy offer a comprehensive service meeting the requirements of the discerning performance motor yacht owner.
All aspects of interior, electrical & engineering installations and exterior boat work are carried out in a professional and efficient manner.
Time onboard your boat is precious so ensuring everything is in pristine condition is paramount.
Marine Options make this possible.
Family and friends want to have the facilities they enjoy at home, hot and cold running water, warm or cool cabins and toilets that work.
All these facilities require maintenance which is where the Marine Options team are able to help you enjoy your boat.

Martin Yates Marine Ltd is a family run business which has been running for 26 years. We are main agents for Honda, Mariner and Tohatsu.
We provide many services including:
Large stocks of new & used outboards
Electric outboard agents
All types of outboards service/repair
Approved service/dyno tune centre
New & used outboard spares
Steering & Control Systems
Boat repairs & refurbishment undertaken
Storage facilities
Stockist of boating equipment & chandlery
Mail order service

With over 30 years experience in the upholstery trade, Mastercraft have built a reputation for excellent service, high quality work and competitive rates.
Why not bring your idea to us and our highly experienced technicians guide you in realising your objectives.
Apart from normal domestic/commercial projects, we also undertake all manner of vehicle upholstery, such as cars vans, caravans and of course boats.

Based on Preston Docks car park (nr Morrisons) we are open daily from 7am - 2pm for breakfasts, snacks and drinks that don't break the bank !

We provide a comprehensive range of services including Pre-Purchase Surveys and Insurance Condition Surveys plus Accident Damage Surveys. A full list of services can be found on our Services page. We provide detailed reports which are acceptable to both Insurance and Finance Companies.
Northern Yacht Surveyors are dedicated to providing an independent marine surveying and consultancy service to the yachting and boating communities.
Although base in the North of England we are increasingly called upon to survey vessels throughout the United Kingdom and Europe and regularly travel to Greece.

PACK & SEND is a company that offers a complete range of postal, freight, courier, packing and removalist services operating through a national retail network. We were founded in 1993, establishing the first PACK & SEND Store in August of that year at Parramatta, NSW, Australia.
PACK & SEND has expanded over 15 years from the one store and is rapidly becoming a global brand. We are continuing to grow our retail network through franchising.
Open 5.5 days a week, we manage packaging, freight and message sending services for businesses of all sizes, as well as for householders and tourists. Our freight solutions range from sending a 20gm letter to a 1 tonne consignment.
We offer over 30 different freight services, enabling us to deliver to any destination on the planet. Message sending services include not only courier and mailing of hard documents but the electronic transmission of messages. We sell packaging supplies and can custom pack items of any size or weight.
We are the industry leader with respect to handling goods that are fragile, large, awkward, and valuable.

Partington Marine is unique in our area of Wales. Yacht specialists since 1958, our family business has been building, sailing, servicing, storing and selling boats in Pwllheli for over forty years. See the most beautiful classic carvel sloop in the bay, we restored it. See the high performance H22 sports boat, we built it. Our loyal staff have massive accumulated experience whatever your boating needs.

I started in the trade from the age of 15 as an apprentice in a local Cornish boatbuilding and repairs yard serving a 4 ½ year apprenticeship as a traditional boatbuilder/repairer. Working on all types of craft including yachts, lifeboats, Fishing vessels, passenger vessels and a wide range of m.o.d. craft. Working to a high standard. Meeting with Llyods and Mca standards where required.
Subsequently have continued in the trade of mainly extensive boat repairs for a further 19 yrs. Covering just about all aspects of yacht and boat repair work, in and around south east Cornwall and west Devon.
My work has been mainly concentrated on traditional wooden craft but does expand through to contemporary construction methods and applications.

Repertoire online brings to you the largest collection of Men’s & Women’s, formal and casual designer fashion available online….
Since opening its’ first stores over 15 years ago, Repertoire has established itself as one of the leading independent retailers of major designer labels in Southern England. With 6 stores, stocking a wide selection of over 100 key designer brands, we cover all styles, from casual denim to formal dressing. From long-established labels to hot new brands, our expert buyers constantly strive to offer our customers an unrivalled selection.
With our established network of stores, we have long been the place to shop for top designer fashions, now you can shop online with the same confidence from our huge range of stock.

There is a well-known saying that the best way to tell whether a man is well dressed is to look down. Hardy Amies, recent dressmaker to Queen Elizabeth II, concurs:
"It is totally impossible to be well dressed in cheap shoes. To buy the best you can afford, to go for what you really can't afford, is not extravagance. But to fail to look after shoes is profligacy."
In the heart of Northern Ireland's most historic town lies the only shoemakers and supplier of quality men's shoes left in the country. With over 50 years experience we are experts in shoe making, shoe fitting, alterations and repairs.
At Robinson's we aim to combine our expert knowledge, craftsmanship and time honoured traditions with the highest quality of materials. We have expert craftsmen who will make you handmade shoes to the exact specification of your feet and to your own personal design with whatever materials and finish you desire.
Our bespoke shoes service is also complimented by our high quality pre-made stock from well established English shoe companies notably Church's, Barker and Loake.

We have extricated, lifted and loaded countless boats from awkward corners all over the world and transported them as high and wide loads on the roads of Europe, to be launched on the rivers, canals and seas of the world.

If you send us the details of a current boat transport problem, we will try and offer you a safe, reliable and cost-effective solution. Our advice is free, although we might very well try to persuade you to give us the job!

Hauling, shipping, extricating, salvaging motor yachts, sailing cruisers, barges, trawlers, in Britain and worldwide.
We unstep the masts, stow the rigging, transport by road and sea, lift, launch and re-rig all craft.
We crew and deliver survey vessels on tightly-timed moves for the leading European operators.
We pack and ship yachts of all sizes across the Atlantic Ocean.
Every week for 39 years, Sealand Boat Deliveries have been moving special boats and important yachts for unforgettable customers.

Jeanneau are one of the world's largest and long established boatbuilders. Their first wooden dinghy was built in 1957 and the first fibreglass hull was built in 1960. The results of many years of experience and research have led to their commanding position in the sailing boat industry.

Thanks to their technological accomplishments, construction methods and careful attention to detail, the reliability of Jeanneau sailing cruisers has become world-renowned. Jeanneau boats are well known and they are recognised for their strength and sailing capabilities. For racing as well as cruising, these boats are built to last while keeping their elegant style.

To complement their sailing boat range, Jeanneau also build an extensive range of powerboats and cruisers. The Merry Fisher range consists of 10 models of which 5 are outboard powered and 5 inboard diesel shaft powered. Ideal for cruising, fishing and relaxing. All models are exceptionally well priced, beautifully built and represent the highest unit sales of the range. Finally, the magnificent Prestige Range consists of 5 flybridge models. Beautifully built with style and practical design.

HERE AT SHEPHERDS WE ARE PLEASED TO HAVE BEEN SUPPLYING JEANNEAU BOATS FOR OVER 25 YEARS.

Run out of time (or inclination!). Need to get back to work? Let our highly qualified and experienced staff take the strain by delivering your boat to / from the mainland.

Clive Sibley is Merchant Navy trained, and holds a Class 2 Officer of the Watch qualification and Commercial RYA Yachtmaster offshore. Ian Sibley is an RYA Yachtmaster (Offshore). Both are RYA qualified dinghy instructors

Working to the exacting standards demanded by some of England's most prestigious boat builders, including Princess Yachts International, Teak Decking Limited has fully-equipped workshops and employs a team of highly skilled, dedicated craftsmen. The company is based in Plymouth and has been established for over 14 years.

We work right across the UK supplying decks, interior floors and tables for both production and one off models, and for refits of modern yachts. We work with primarily with teak, but also in other wood.

The company offers exceptionally competitive prices and a faster than usual turnaround. Contact us today for a guideline price and production schedule.

he Park Hotel is an impressive detached Edwardian building, built in 1903, which benefits from a modern extension whilst retaining many original features. The tiled reception hall with its magnificent stained glass window is particularly splendid, as is the grand black marble fireplace in the restaurant.
Breakfast and a la Carte dinner are both served in the non-smoking spacious Edwardian Park restaurant.
Snacks are available in the elegant bar lounge, which offers the ideal surroundings in helping to relax and unwind. An interesting and varied choice of books and magazines is available whilst the bar itself offers a selection of beers, wines and spirits, including an extensive range of malt whiskies.
Room service is offered for all menus at no additional charge.

The Park Hotel is an impressive detached Edwardian building, built in 1903, which benefits from a modern extension whilst retaining many original features. The tiled reception hall with its magnificent stained glass window is particularly splendid, as is the grand black marble fireplace in the restaurant.
An a la carte menu is available at dinner, with dishes prepared to individual specification. Vegetarian dishes are available.

Breakfast and a la Carte dinner are both served in the non-smoking spacious Edwardian Park restaurant.
Snacks are available in the elegant bar lounge, which offers the ideal surroundings in helping to relax and unwind. An interesting and varied choice of books and magazines is available whilst the bar itself offers a selection of beers, wines and spirits, including an extensive range of malt whiskies.
Room service is offered for all menus at no additional charge.

Based at Poole Quay, Dorset, Truly Scrumptious is an independent supplier and retail outlet offering the highest quality traditional confectionery and other home-made products to everyone, from our customers who come in the shop to our corporate clientelle.

From the highest quality hand-made chocolates and fresh fudge to traditional sweets and ice-cream. From Midget Gems to Coconut Ice and beyond. Providing traditional quality and value for money, Truly Scrumptious supplies luxury hampers and boxed products for business gifts and special occasions.

Customer service is one of the most important factors to Truly Scrumptious and the company prides itself on a friendly and family-based atmosphere as well as a personal and caring approach to its business.

Wills Marine is an established business that is well respected within the boating community. Located at the head of the beautiful Salcombe Estuary in Kingsbridge, South Devon, Wills Marine is continually expanding its highly professional sales, engineering and operational services. Founded in 1963 by Francis Wills, and today headed by Martin Wills (Son of Francis), the company is looking forward to celebrating its 50th anniversary.

Xtreme Boat Sales are official dealers for Glastron Sports Boats and Cruisers. Based in Coleraine we are available for water tests inland on the River Bann and at sea on the beautiful North Coast. Tony and the team have over 30 years experience in the marine trade. Our aim as a company is to ensure that you, the customer, get the best deal, customer service and product available.

We also offer a complete after-sales service inclusive of warranty, service and routine maintenance. Various other services are available such as chandlery sales, storage and ski and wakeboard tuition.