Plymouth


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Plymouth
Plymouth Hoe and Lido from Plymouth Sound (c) Plymouth

Plymouth

Plymouth is one of the largest natural harbours in the world
- Sheltered from predominant weather patterns from all directions
- Multiple managed anchorages, including designated cruise ship anchorages
- Short 8-min (approx.) tender ride from ship to shore
- Steeped in history, landing at the Mayflower Steps
- With the beautiful Devon on one side and Cornwall on the other
- All major South West attractions within 1 hour of Plymouth

Our welcome, Our people
- An award-winning, friendly, welcome guaranteed by our Plymouth Cruise Ambassador volunteers



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Port facts



Nautical information

Max. Length For Berth, M:
Anchorage: 330m
Max. Draught, M:
Anchorage: 8.1m plus tide
More Info Draught:
-
Max. Air Draught, M:
-
More Info Air Draught:
No. Of Quays:
2
Quay Length Total, M:
215
Quay Depth, M:
8.5
Anchorage Available:
yes
Anchorage Compulsory:
Passenger Terminal:
yes
Pilotage Compulsary:
yes
Tugs Available:
yes
Bunkering:
no
Tidal Movement/range, M:
4m
Water:
no
Ships Tenders Allowed:
yes
Garbage Disposal:
on request
Airport Distance, Km:
64
City Centre Distance, Km:
1.3

Sustainability

Are ships allowed burn HFO using:
✔ Closed loop
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:

Port contacts


Contact


Cruise Plymouth, Cattewater Harbour
Evie Smith, Business Support Officer
2, The Barbican
PL1 2LR Plymouth
United Kingdom
+44 1752 665934






 



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