Pleasure boat licence: Carlisle

Who can apply, how to apply, costs and fees.

Pleasure boats are available to rent at two locations in the Carlisle area:

  • Talkin Tarn (near Brampton)
  • Hammonds Park

Both the boats and the people hiring them out must have a licence.

Apply for a pleasure boat licence

There are two types of Boatman’s Licence:

  • Full licence: for operating and navigating boats on the water
  • Restricted licence: for managing boats hired from the pier or shore

Operators must have public liability insurance, and all boats are inspected annually by a council-appointed boat surveyor.

Costs and fees

Visit the Cumberland Council fees and charges webpage.

Application form

Complete and submit the relevant licencing form.

For further information, contact us.

Telephone: 0300 373 3730