Christchurch Marine Services

We are a local small Family run business who let Moorings located in Christchurch Harbour, Dorset UK. Now run by the 4th Generation of the Stride Family to do so.
OUR MOORINGS ARE SWINGING MOORINGS Ideal for boats from 12ft to 30ft with a draft of 3ft and under.

Elford Marine Services has more than 20 years of experience providing efficient and reliable marine engineering work. You can make use of our services in Christchurch or Dorset.
Ensure that your boat is shipshape during the summer. For exceptional marine services in Christchurch and Dorset, get in touch with Elford Marine Services. We also provide boat refits and restoration as well as boat repair and cleaning.

Marine Engineers & Refurbishment Specialists
Power Afloat Ltd was established in 2000 as an authorised service and sales workshop for Volvo, Honda, Suzuki, Nanni and Ring, in association with SAL Marine Ltd in Lymington and Marine Aid Ltd, also based in Christchurch.
Power Afloat Ltd can supply all the marine engineering needs for the discerning boater which include; engine sales, service spares and repairs. We can carry out full engine overhauls, re-builds, new installations and also supply new and re-conditioned units. We also stock various re-conditioned units and some new outboard units.
We can carry out all types of electrical and electronic installations and repairs and we have the specialist equipment to diagnose, service and repair all computerised engines from Honda, Volvo and Suzuki. Our staff are fully trained by the relevant manufacturers in all aspects of marine engine and transmission repairs and servicing.
SAL Marine Ltd and Marine Aid Ltd are the sister companies to Power Afloat Ltd and between the three, can cover every aspect of marine repairs required from; stainless steel fabrications to grp repairs, rigging, to antifouling and, obviously, all marine engineering applications.

Elkins boatyard has been established for over 45 years, we take pride in offering a friendly reliable top- quality service the boatyard is set in a stunning, idyllic location on the river Avon. It is within easy walking distance of the Saxon town of Christchurch, Dorset. We Offer-
Boat craneage and haulage solutions
On site chandlery, marine engineers and rigging specialist
Year-round boat storage
Year-round pontoon berths (subject to availability)
Holiday let accommodation on site
Paddle board hire
Saunas, ice baths and wellness, We also offer shoreside accommodation at club casita, so it’s possible to Moor up and spend a night off the boat if you so wish or meet up with family and friends who can stay where you berth.
If you have a problem whilst on your motor or sailing journey pop in to see us, we can arrange to have you lifted out for repairs and have a large choice of local accommodation should your repairs, take longer than anticipated. Our team will do everything possible to make your time with us enjoyable and hassle free We also run a range of extra activities such as Paddle board hire, Slo Mo saunas ice baths and wellness retreat. Please call or email for all information
Our normal opening hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday – Friday. We only have a few visitor moorings so, IT IS BEST TO BOOK EARLY TO AVOID DISAPOINTMENT