Penryn Harbour Masters Notice 4 of 2025 – Marina Dredging
Penryn Harbour Masters Notice 4 of 2025 – Marina Dredging
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Work on removing derelict paddle steamer Compton Castle begins
Work on the long-awaited scheme to remove the derelict paddle steamer Compton Castle from Lemon Quay is due to begin this week, with leading specialist company Gilpin Demolition appointed to carry out the complex operation. The removal of the boat marks a major milestone in the exciting plans being delivered by Truro Town Deal, Cornwall
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Job Vacancy – Newquay Harbour Master
Cornwall Council is recruiting for a full-time Harbour Master for Newquay Harbour. This role involves the administration, operation, and strategic management of the harbour, ensuring compliance with regulations and supporting various harbour activities like commercial fishing, passenger services, and leisure boating. The position requires a commitment to seven-day operational cover during the summer season, including alternate weekends,
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Newquay Harbour Hosts Huer to Harbour Pilchard Run
On Saturday 14th June Newquay Harbour hosted the annual Huer to Harbour Pilchard Run. Participants were invited to dress in shiny clothing to represent pilchards, highlighting the historical importance that fishing has had to the town of Newquay. At the Harbour there were a number of stalls, activities and food outlets for families to enjoy,
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‘Galeon Andalucia’ to visit Penzance
The Galeon Andalucia is the replica of the type of vessel used by the Spanish Crown for maritime expeditions during the 16th through the 18th centuries. Galleons were intended to discover and then establish trade routes between Spain, America and the Philippines islands, and formed the then called Fleet of the Indies. With an innovative
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Penzance Harbour Multibeam Survey – May 2025
Following recent survey work undertaken at Penzance Harbour the data has been published on our Document Centre. The latest survey chart can also be downloaded here.
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Estuary Officer – Job Vacancy
Join our team! Are you . . . passionate about Cornwall and our world class coast and seas? Do you want to help to protect our marine species and habitats? Could you help people enjoying our coast and sea learn how they can help? Do you have experience in marine conservation and want to help
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Share Your Thoughts on Local Plastic Pollution
Port of Truro are supporting Bronwyn Thurston, a student at Exeter University, with her project on the impacts of Plastic Pollution. Bronwyn states that ”Truro Estuary is facing increasing pollution that impacts both ecosystems and the local community. This survey seeks to gather your thoughts and observations on plastic pollution, local habits, and how we can
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Bude Sea Lock
Following the recent sand clearance from Bude Sea Lock ‘Mantis’ locked out on Thursday 15th May. The lock is now operational until late September for local and visiting craft. Please contact the Harbour Master for more information.
Pilotage Direction Review for the Falmouth Pilotage Area (including Truro and Penryn)
As some of you are aware we have conducted a process to review the Pilotage Directions for the Falmouth Pilotage Area (including Truro and Penryn) under the requirements of the Pilotage Act 1987. This has been a joint process between the three CHA’s within the area. As part of the process we have completed and
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