Cromarty Harbour

Cromarty Harbour is a historic Trust Port, built in 1784 and managed by Cromarty Harbour Trust, a statutory body. It provides full tidal access 24 hours a day and serves both commercial vessels and visiting leisure boats Ownership & Management Trust Port under Cromarty Harbour Trust Governance extends 200 m beyond the harbour basin 🛠️ Facilities & Services Visitor Pontoon Berth: Located on the port side, accessible after booking and secure gate access Walking visitors may also use three free moorings managed by Cromarty Boat Club, buoy-marked and suitable for vessels up to ~30 ft, for up to 3 nights Utilities: Electricity and fresh water available on pontoons (fees apply) Amenities: On-site toilets, showers, and a washing machine in the Boat Tower, accessed via code provided after booking Security: CCTV throughout harbour area Fuel: Diesel available from the Harbourmaster; no petrol or gas supplies Harbour Characteristics: Fully tidal harbour with strong currents at flood/ebb, particularly in spring tides Pontoon depths ~1.3 m at MLWS; careful navigation required due to silting 📞 Contact Information Mobile: +44 7751 244065 Cromarty Firth Port Authority (wider region): Office: Shore Road, Invergordon, IV18 0HD Tel: +44 1349 852308 Email: port@pocf.co.uk VHF: Channel 11 (CFPA); Channel 16 emergency 📝 Visiting Guidelines Booking is recommended due to limited berth space Access code for secure pontoon gate provided on booking confirmation Free visitor moorings at Cromarty Boat Club require a voluntary donation; hall code and access via Boat Tower Tidal navigation advice: Be cautious of currents and depth variations; boats with deeper keels should proceed carefully. Harbour Type: Trust Port, tidal access day and night Visitor Berths: Pontoon (booked), plus free visitor moorings via Boat Club Facilities: Water, electricity, toilets, showers, laundry, diesel fuel, secure swing moorings Contact: Harbourmaster Ronald Young (+44 7751 244065) Safety: CCTV, VHF Channel 11 & 16 Fuel Policy: Diesel available; no petrol