We have produced an advisory entrance layout drawing which you should refer to when producing your feasibility drawings.
For more details, please also refer to the Design - performance criteria page.
Lay-by marinas
Lay-by marinas on the towpath side of the canal will not be permitted and an entrance (isolation) structure must be provided along with a bridge to accommodate the towpath. Permission is unlikely to be granted for a towpath to be diverted from its original line, such that it cannot be used for its original design function to facilitate the towing of boats.
Lay-by marinas on the offside of the canal will be permitted and must satisfy design criteria for marina entrances to ensure the lay-by footprint extends far enough into adjacent land to accommodate all types of boat and allow sufficient room to manoeuvre boats safely, and without encroaching on the main navigation.
