We operate a hardstanding dinghy park accommodating around 200 dinghies and tenders on Mudeford Quay.
The site forms part of an open space so is accessible by the public. Please note that it is also prone to occasional weather related and tidal flooding.
Apply for a space
Each space within the park can accommodate a dinghy up to 4.5 metres in length (monohull). We also have a limited number of spaces for multihull boats up to 5 metres in length.
You can apply for a space at the dinghy park by emailing us at dinghypark@bcpcouncil.gov.uk.
Cost of a space
Prices are from 1 November 2024 until 15 October 2025.
| Non-resident fee | Resident fee* | |
| Monohulls (Rows B to H) | £345 | £325 |
| Multihulls (Row I) | £520 | £490 |
*A resident's discount of circa 6% is available to those whose Christchurch residence is their first home, pay Council tax to BCP Council and who pay in full within a specified timescale.
These charges include VAT at 20%.
The fees stipulated are a set rate and not adjusted depending on when a customer chooses to take on a dinghy park licence.
Using the dinghy park
When visiting or using the dinghy park:
- licenses issued do not include any rights to car parking
- where a public car park is available, all parking regulations must be adhered to
- vessels or trailers left for more than 48 hours within the dinghy park, car park or other open space without permission or a relevant license may be removed and impounded after 14 days - a release fee of £100 and storage fees will be applicable
- we will take ownership of any vessel or trailer not claimed within 28 days and dispose of it
- a notice will be attached to any such vessel or trailer and where known, the owner contacted at the start of the 28-day period warning them of the intended action
Contact us
You can contact us by:
- email at dinghypark@bcpcouncil.gov.uk
- telephone on 01202 123 800