Hartford Marina – River Great OuseTingdene Marinas & Boat Sales

Location on the River Great Ouse

Hartford Marina is situated just outside Huntingdon at Hartford, with direct access to the River Great Ouse. The river here is wide, calm, and suitable for a broad range of craft, including narrowboats, wide-beam boats, and motor cruisers.

Hartford Marina, operated by Tingdene Marinas & Boat Sales, is a modern and well-equipped marina located on the River Great Ouse near Huntingdon in Cambridgeshire. Widely used by canal and river boat users, the marina offers secure moorings, full marina services, and professional boat sales, making it one of the key boating destinations on this popular inland waterway.

Its position on a navigable and scenic stretch of the Great Ouse makes Hartford Marina an ideal base for cruising, ownership, and long-term mooring.

Why the location suits boat users:

• Direct navigation onto the River Great Ouse
• Easy cruising to St Ives, Godmanchester, and Ely
• Sheltered marina basin away from river flow
• Convenient access to Huntingdon and local amenities

Marina Moorings and Boating Facilities

Hartford Marina provides secure and professionally managed moorings, designed to meet the needs of leisure boaters and long-term owners.

Marina services typically include:

• Secure marina berths in a sheltered basin
• Electric hook-up and fresh water points
• Fuel facilities
• Elsan disposal and waste management
• Showers and toilet facilities
• Gated access and on-site security

The calm marina environment makes manoeuvring straightforward and provides peace of mind for boat owners.

Tingdene Boat Sales at Hartford Marina

As part of the Tingdene Marinas & Boat Sales network, Hartford Marina is also a recognised centre for boat sales on the River Great Ouse.

Boat sales services include:

• New and used boat brokerage
• Wide range of river cruisers and leisure craft
• Professional guidance for first-time buyers
• In-water boat viewings
• Assistance with mooring arrangements after purchase

This combination of marina and sales facilities makes Hartford Marina a convenient one-stop location for boat ownership.

Facilities and Amenities for Boat Users

Hartford Marina is designed with boater comfort in mind, offering easy access to onshore amenities and transport links.

Additional benefits include:

• On-site parking
• Access to local shops and services
• Good road connections for crew changes and supplies
• Peaceful surroundings despite proximity to town

Ideal Base for Cruising the Great Ouse

Hartford Marina works well as both a permanent base and a cruising stop for those exploring the River Great Ouse.

Popular cruising routes from the marina include:

• Upstream towards St Ives and Ely
• Downstream towards Godmanchester and St Neots
• Extended Great Ouse leisure cruising routes

Why Boat Users Choose Hartford Marina

• Prime location on the River Great Ouse
• Secure and well-managed marina moorings
• Full boating facilities and services
• Professional Tingdene boat sales operation
• Ideal for both cruising and long-term mooring

Conclusion

Hartford Marina (Tingdene Marinas & Boat Sales) is a leading boating destination on the River Great Ouse. With its secure marina, comprehensive facilities, and trusted boat sales services, it provides canal and river boat users with an excellent base for cruising, ownership, and enjoying one of England’s most attractive inland waterways.