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Award winning Boat Surveyor

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MIDLANDS
BOAT SURVEYS

Professional boat surveyor based in East Midlands. Pre-purchase, insurance and damage surveys across the East Midlands. RYA recognised.

Midlands Boat Surveys
Midlands Boat Surveys
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MARINE SURVEYS SOLUTIONS

TYPES OF VESSELS COVERED:

NARROWBOAT · BARGE · RIVER CRUISER · MOTOR BOAT · SPORTS CRUISER · YACHT · MOTOR SAILOR · POWER BOAT · DINGHY · RIB · OFFSHORE · INSHORE · COASTAL · INLAND

Former Class 1
British Master Mariner

13+ Years at Sea

UK-Wide Service

SERVICES PROVIDED

Comprehensive range of professional marine survey services tailored to suit all types of vessels, ensuring safety, reliability, and peace of mind for boat owners and buyers.

Condition Surveys
Insurance Surveys
Pre-Purchase Surveys
Marine Consultancy
Yacht Surveys
Damage Surveys
Hull Condition Survey
River/Sea Trials
Valuations
Oil Analysis
Passage Planning
Boat Handling Advice
Ultrasonic Steel Measurement
Aluminium Hull Ultrasonic Measurement
Gelcoat Blister / Osmosis / De-Lamination Assessment
Tonnage Measurement Certification
Galvanic Isolator Advice
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ABOUT US

Welcome to Midlands Boat Surveys, led by a former Class 1 Deck certificated deep sea British Master Mariner based in Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire. With over 13 years of seagoing experience on cargo freighters, bulk carriers, timber vessels, container ships, and offshore supply vessels, I bring a wealth of real-world maritime knowledge to every survey I carry out.

Following my deep-sea career, I completed the Diploma in Practical Yacht & Small Craft Surveying (Ipswich, 2017), adding formal technical qualifications to my hands-on expertise. I am a proud member of the IIMS and BMSE professional bodies.

My work covers a wide range of survey types for various vessels—from narrowboats to motor cruisers and yachts. Clients trust me not only for the thoroughness of my inspections, but also for the honest, safety-first advice I provide throughout the process.

Based in the East Midlands, I regularly travel to marinas across Lincoln, Newark, Farndon, Ipswich, Goole, Hull, Lichfield, York, the Thames, Severn and Avon rivers, and beyond. Many clients return for surveys on second or third boats, a testament to the quality of service I aim to provide every time.

When required, I collaborate with trusted Boat Safety Scheme (BSS) survey professionals including Jimmy Blockley, John Stone, Hannah Cope, and Mike Shaw—ensuring full coverage for any timeline, location, or vessel type.

TESTIMONIALS

See what boat owners, buyers, and marine professionals are saying about their experience with Midlands Boat Surveys.

"I have to say that the experience I have just had with Tom on my Princess 45 has been one of the best if not THE best I've ever had. Tom's service goes way beyond "sign here, pay here, there's your survey". The advice and discussion following his work have been exemplary and helped me reach a decision to purchase. Highly recommended!!!!"

Peter Bouwer, 2021

average rating is 5 out of 5
Tom has been a pleasure to deal with from start to finish, the communication when I first made my enquiry right through to the extensive knowledge he has led to a very thorough survey being completed, which intern meant I could get a few issues I had no idea would be a problem in the future rectified before I completed on the sale of the boat. I will recommend him to everyone that asks when purchasing a boat and will be using him 100% for my next boat in 2021. Thanks again "

Tom Lloyd, 2021

average rating is 5 out of 5
"We were really happy with Tom’s service and the report turn-around time which was super speedy. It was so useful and reassuring to get the survey feedback over the phone on the day and to then receive the report so quickly was brilliant. We also appreciated all the invaluable additional information Tom imparted; such a bonus. Tom is clearly very knowledgeable and has a passion for all things boating matched our enthusiasm for our new boat. Couldn’t have done it without you Tom - many thanks. "

Liz B, 2021

average rating is 5 out of 5

FEES

Survey pricing ranges from £14 to £22 per linear foot, depending on the vessel’s type, age, construction, condition, and the extent of the required survey scope. Pricing will be confirmed once details about the vessel’s history, any known issues, and owner expectations are reviewed.

Mileage expenses beyond a 30-mile radius of Newark-on-Trent are charged at 55p per mile.

For surveys abroad, flights, travel, accommodation, and reasonable subsistence costs are charged in addition to survey fees.

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