Welcome to DBA

The club for leisure boating on the inland waterways of Europe

DBA – The Barge Association is the leading community for people who own, cruise or dream of living aboard a barge or other boat on the wider waterways of the UK and Continental Europe.
We have a friendly, supportive and knowledgeable membership from across the globe.
You don't need a boat - a dream will do - and DBA can help make the dream come true!.

What we Offer

Join the DBA community for access to up-to-date advice on regulations, maintenance, mooring places, visas and much more.

Subscription Choices

Check out our subscription rates with choices of Blue Flag magazine by post or online and a free family member.

Members Say...

Read all about why members in the different stages of loving, building, buying and cruising boats joined us