Boat Surveyor Southampton
Looking for a trusted boat surveyor in Southampton? At UK BOAT Surveys, we provide independent, professional surveys for motorboats, sailing yachts, RIBs, and liveaboards across the Solent and South Coast. Based in Southampton, we know the local waters and marinas inside out, giving you accurate, reliable reports you can depend on.
Whether your vessel is berthed in Ocean Village Marina, Shamrock Quay, Saxon Wharf or Hythe Marina, we can be on-site quickly, with no travel fees. Our surveys are carried out to the highest standards, with clear recommendations and fast turnaround reporting – perfect for pre-purchase checks, insurance requirements, or peace of mind before your next season.
Surveyor locations in and around Southampton
Quayside Marina (Itchen River, Southampton)
Quayside Marina lies about 2 miles north of the river mouth on the Itchen. It offers pontoon berthing, shore services, crane / boat mover facilities, and year‑round lifting.
Ocean Village Marina (Southampton)
Ocean Village is a mixed‑use marina development with ~375 berths, located at the mouth of the Itchen, managed by MDL. It provides deep water access and facilities for large yachts.
Saxon Wharf (MDL Saxon Wharf)
Saxon Wharf is a marina / yard service centre on the River Itchen, north of Shamrock Quay. It includes a 200‑ton hoist, pontoons for large craft, dry stack for up to ~13 m, and full marine trade support.
Shamrock Quay Marina & Boatyard (MDL)
Shamrock Quay offers ~255 berths, onshore storage, a 75‑ton travel hoist, lifting, and many specialist marine trades on site. It is a major refit and survey location.
Ocean Quay Marina / Boatyard (Southampton)
Ocean Quay is located on the western bank of the Itchen, offering dry dock, superyacht restoration, and boatyard facilities in the heart of Southampton’s marine sector.
Drivers Dry Berthing (Southampton)
Drivers Dry Berthing is a family‑run boatyard that offers dry berthing, crane / launching, winter storage, and long/short term hard standing storage for yachts and powerboats.
Kemps Quay Marina / Shipyard
Kemps Quay is situated on the eastern side of the Itchen. It is a drying marina and boatyard, serving local vessels with marina and maintenance services.
Itchen Marine / Towage (Itchen River)
Itchen Marine operates on the north bank of the Itchen, providing some berth facilities, fuel, and marine services alongside towage operations.
Merlin Boatyard
Opposite Itchen Marine on the eastern bank, Merlin Boatyard is a smaller facility that may service local vessels, especially for maintenance and smaller works.
Lauren Marine Services
Lauren Marine is a small marina / service provider on the eastern side of the Itchen, with limited but useful local services and access.
King George V Graving Dock (Southampton Docks)
King George V Graving Dock (No. 7 Dry Dock) is a historic graving dock in Southampton’s Western Docks. While its operational status for small craft surveys may vary, it is a significant dry dock structure.
Boat Surveyor Southampton: We Offer
Pre-Purchase Boat Surveys
Insurance Renewal Boat Surveys
Damage Assessment Boat Surveys
RIB Surveys
Pre-Season Boat Health Surveys
Liveaboard / Ocean Suitability Boat Surveys
Project Supervision Surveys
Why Choose Us as Your Trusted Boat Surveyor Southampton
“Whether you are buying, insuring , or preparing for the season ahead, our clients choose us for speed, clarity , and total peace of mind.”
Qualified & Independent Boat Surveyor
Highly qualified and fully independent - no conflicts of interest. You get a clear, unbiased assessment to make confident decisions.
Fast, Detailed Reports Within 24-48 Hours
Receive comprehensive reports with photos and recommendations delivered fast - 24 hours for priority bookings, 48 hours standard. On the day phone call for instant verbal report.
Southern Area UK Coverage
Based in Southampton, covering from Cornwall to London including Southern Wales and the east coast up to Lowestoft.
Clear Pricing & Instant Online Quotes
No hidden costs. Use our online tool to get an instant quote and book your survey easily.
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Fast, professional, and fully independent boat surveys across the UK coastline – from Lowestoft to Milford Haven.