Fuel & Utilities near Long Buckby
10 fuel & utilities businesses found near Long Buckby.
Whether it's red diesel, Calor gas, or a fresh water top-up, plan your next stop below.
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Buckby Wharf Water Point
Weltonfield Narrowboats Diesel Pump
Norton Junction Water Point
Watford Bottom Lock Water Point
Watford Top Lock Water Point
Watford Top Lock Elsan Point
Crick Elsan Point
Crick Water Point
Midland Chandlers — Braunston
Yelvertoft Water Point
Fuel and utilities for canal boats
Most narrowboats run on red diesel, which you can pick up at boatyards and fuel boats along the canal network. Since the HMRC split-duty rules changed, you'll need to declare the proportion used for propulsion versus domestic use. Keep your receipts tidy.
Water points are usually free and maintained by the Canal & River Trust, but they can be busy in summer. Carry enough water to last a few days, especially on quieter stretches. Pump-out stations charge around five to ten pounds per session, and some are card-only now.
Calor gas and other bottled LPG can be harder to find on the cut, so it's worth refilling whenever you pass a supplier. Coal and solid fuel for stoves are seasonal but usually available from boatyards and chandleries between October and March.
About Long Buckby for boaters
Long Buckby is accessible from the inland waterways network and serves as a useful base for boaters exploring the area. Local services are generally within reach of nearby visitor moorings.
Located in East Midlands, the town offers good access to towpath services, shops, and transport links that boaters regularly rely on.
Whether you're stopping briefly or planning a longer stay, you'll find the facilities and services listed here helpful for life on the canal.