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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.

"Hi Tom, Thanks for that, it really made an interesting read and you've explained everything in a way that I, or anyone else for that matter could understand. A very well written and granular report. Thank you very much for your service, advice and hospitality, it has been a pleasure to work with you". Ivan 2021 "Will sit down tomorrow afternoon to have a good luck through (of the report), many thanks for us getting this to us so quickly, fantastic service".

S & M D, 2020

average rating is 5 out of 5
"Extremely happy with my pre-purchase survey. Tom is very professional, thorough and friendly. Excellent communication between Tom and myself. Highly recommend. Thank you Tom"

Fran, 2020

average rating is 5 out of 5
"Tom carried out an excellent pre-purchase survey for me on my Sunseeker and was very thorough and professional. He picked up many points which was invaluable in negotiating my final purchase price, so the survey paid for itself in essence. I'd highly recommend Midlands Boat Surveys."

Alan B, 2020

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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