Holy Loch Port


Port information



Holy Loch Port
HOLY LOCH PORT IS A FAMILY RUN BUSINESS LOCATED ON THE COWAL PENINSULAR ON THE WEST COAST OF SCOTLAND NEAR GLASGOW. (c) HOLY LOCH MARINA

Holy Loch Port

Unlike other Clyde ports, Holy Loch Port gives you the opportunity to enjoy some of the best scenery in Scotland before you even leave the ship. Holy Loch is one of the Clyde's finest natural harbours. Its deep anchorage allows immediate entry into lovely Argyll and the ideal starting point for a variety of fascinating and enjoyable full and half day shore excursions.

As "Marine Gateway to the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park" where seascape meets landscape, Holy Loch Port is within a short distance of lochs, castles, mountains and picturesque villages.Beyond the Cowal Peninsula, the array of stunning scenery and historical heritage unfolds - west to the beautiful Isle of Bute, the picturesque village of Inveraray and the port of Oban, "Gateway to the Isles", north to the majestic mountain and loch scenery of Loch Lomond and the Trossachs and east to the historic city of Stirling and the fashion, cultural and architectural centre that is Glasgow, Scotland's largest city.




Port attractions



  1.  BENMORE GARDENS

    With its magnificent mountainside setting, is a joy to behold. Its 140 acres - entered via the spectacular Giant Redwood Avenue - boast a famous collection of flowering trees and shrubs.
  2.  INVERARAY CASTLE

    Inveraray Castle was built for the 5th Duke of Argyll in 1789 from an initial drawing by Sir John Vanbrugh and developed by Roger Morris and William Adam. With colourful gardens, park and woodlands.
  3.  LOCH LOMOND & TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK

    Only 45 Minutes drive by coach from the Port where you can view Scottish scenery at it's most magnificent. Loch Katrine lies at the heart of the wild beauty, from the famous poem "Lady of the Lake"
  4.  QUADMANIA

    Quadmania offers a great outdoor experience. Within a 2,000 acre estate, you can enjoy quad biking, archery, clay shooting or a team challenge course. For Adults and children over 8 years of age.
  5.  SEAPLANE TOURS

    Passengers can board the seaplane from the landing pontoon at Holy Loch with no need to travel to Glasgow or Loch Lomond. The seaplane can be sitting waiting on the passengers on the pontoon.
  6.  CHAINSAW CRAFT

    Chainsaw Craft's Andy Maclachlan, creates sculptures inspired mainly by local wildlife. Visitors can browse the carvings on display, whilst watching Andy use only a chainsaw to carve amazing sculptures.



Port views



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Port facts



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Nautical information

Max. Length For Berth, M:
120m
Max. Draught, M:
-
More Info Draught:
-
Max. Air Draught, M:
-
More Info Air Draught:
No. Of Quays:
1
Quay Length Total, M:
120m
Quay Depth, M:
4.0m (minimum)
Anchorage Available:
yes
Anchorage Compulsory:
yes
Passenger Terminal:
yes
Pilotage Compulsary:
yes
Tugs Available:
yes
Bunkering:
Tidal Movement/range, M:
3.4m
Water:
Ships Tenders Allowed:
yes
Garbage Disposal:
yes
Airport Distance, Km:
30.41
City Centre Distance, Km:
41.84

Sustainability

Are ships allowed burn HFO using:
On-shore power supply to cruise vessels:
LNG bunkering supply to cruise vessels:
Supplying alternative fuels:
Reception Facilities for Contaminated Ballast Water:
Reception Facilities for Waste Oils:
Passengers
Calls
Passengers by Source in 2022
Calls 2022


Onshore Power

Onshore Power
OPS (Onshore Power System)
Shore power within the next 5 years
Requirements
Defined Compatibility Assessment process for each berth and ship combination to IEC/IEEE 80005-1
Information/documentation from the ship for the port before the first connection
Additional requirements for first-time connectio/max. duration between connections before process reapplies
Connection Time
Connection time from all fast to full operational SSE (Shore Side Electricity)
Disconnection time
Uninterrupted power supply guaranteed by shore power provider whilst connected
Restrictions / Penalties / Insurance
Weather conditions/restrictions/other limitations for safe use of SSE
Penalties in case of failure to connect by the ship: weather/itinerary changes/technical issues
Insurance covering any potential damage caused by the SSE
Port Fees
Utility standard/usage fees in addition to kWh rate
Tax/duty fees applicable
Other fees related to shore power
Useful Information
Discounts/incentives linked to shore power usage
Berthing policy linked to shore power usage
Confirmation time of the vessel for planned shore power usage before ETA

Port contacts


Contact


ALISON DOWNS, DIRECTOR
RANKINS BRAE, SANDBANK
PA23 8FE DUNOON
Scotland, UK
07843 241320






 
Page last updated: 2022-10-06 14:28