Cropredy Marina success
OPENED earlier this month, Cropredy Marina on the South Oxford Canal is proving to be a successful venture, with many boats taking advantage of its moorings.
Situated just North of Banbury, it is proving ideal for boaters having little alternative but to moor online, giving them the safety of a secure marina.
Year to build
It took Greenford Ltd, experienced waterway contractors, just a year to build the new 249 berths marina, privately funded by Tim Langer, operator of the already successful and well-established Crick Marina, with Tim relating:
"I am absolutely delighted with how the marina is looking and it will only get better with time and as the final landscaping is completed. Work on the small basin is progressing well and as with any large project there is still snagging to be done and minor works to be completed.
"I think the marina really complements the local environment and would like to take this opportunity to thank all those that have been involved with the project. I look forward to it becoming part of the Cropredy community going forward."
Great interest
There has been great interest in the marina from boaters, we are told, with the main basin now full, with only berths available in the smaller basin, that has resulted in a 75% take-up of space.
For those interested in visiting the marina, the office is open daily from 9am to 1pm and 2pm to 5pm. For information: