Brodick harbour

Coordinates

Lat: 55⁰ 57' 51 N; Long: 005⁰ 14' 52 W

Wind & Weather Data

ISPS

Yes     

Yachts

Yachts must make prior booking before approaching the pier.

Cruise Ships

The pier is 100m long and is suitable for medium sized vessels. Normal berth would be on the East pier, with a fixed concrete ramp. Vessels of up to 5.1m draught will be able to use the berth. Booking is advised, and priority is given to the scheduled ferry service.

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Cruise Ship Tenders

Tenders use the steps out with the area used for ferry berthing. Tenders can use the linkspan but the scheduled ferry service takes priority and prior arrangement is required.

Commercial Vessels

The East berth at Brodick can accommodate vessels of up to 100m in length and up to 5.1m draught.

Fishing Vessels

Fishing vessels can use the pier subject to payment of Harbour charges.

Fishing vessels are advised to contact the Brodick Port Manager to discuss arrangements prior to berthing.

About the local harbour

Brodick is generally sheltered from the prevailing westerly winds. The harbour has water available and there are shops and attractions a short walk away. Fuel for small yachts can be found at the local petrol station within its standard opening hours.

Ferry Movements

Annually there are approximately 2500 ferry movements in addition to a small number of commercial and cruise vessel movements. The ferry service has priority berthing at the harbour.

Anchorage

Anchorages available as per charts.

Moorings

There are moorings provided by North Ayrshire Council for use by visiting yachts for short stays and are suitable up to 15 Tons.

Pontoons

No pontoons

Port Authority / Operator

Authority: Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL)

Operator: CalMac Harbours (Division of CalMac Ferries Ltd)

Approx annual tonnage

8 000 000 GT

Principle traffic

Passengers / cargo                     

River / Tidal Berths

Yes

LOA

100m         

Draft

5.1m

No of berths

2

Commercial cargo handling facilities

Linkspans: 1 capacity 120T    

Facilities

Water 

Harbour User Information

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