The Association of Boat Safety Examiners (ABSE) (link is external)
Represents the opinions of the Examiners who implement the requirements of the Boat Safety Scheme on the ground. Search for your nearest registered ABSE member.
British Marine Federation (BMF) (link is external) - On the Water
From boating holidays to buying & hiring. The British Marine Federation is the trade association for the leisure and small commercial marine industry.
Commercial Boat Operators Association (CBOA) (link is external)
Trade association which promotes the development of freight traffic on inland and estuarial waters.
The Heritage Alliance (link is external)
A cross-cultural organisation which unites 100 independent heritage organisations and acts as a powerful, effective and independent advocate for the movement.
The Horseboating Society (link is external)
Promotes horseboating to preserve its heritage and skills. Lists operators offering horsedrawn passenger trips.
The Inland Waterways Association (IWA) (link is external)
National voluntary organisation; campaigns for the conservation, use, maintenance, restoration and development of Britain's inland waterways.
National Association of Boat Owners (NABO) (link is external)
Promotes the interests of private boaters on Britain's canals, rivers and lakes.
Residential Boat Owners Association (RBOA (link is external))
Represents and promotes the interests of people living on boats.