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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 reviewed risk assessments, considered traffic flow, vessel types and incident records. This document contains the intended update to the existing pilotage directions. It is our intention that, following a consultation period from the 10/02/25 to the 31/03/25.

The updated directions will come into force during spring 2025.

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Truro welcomes ‘Happy Return’

The Penzance based Lugger Happy Return has arrived at Truro Town Quay where she will remain until early in the New Year ahead of work being undertaken in Gweek. Arriving on 3rd November’s PM tide the vessel is now safely alongside in the City. For more information on the Associations activities please see https://www.happyreturn.org/   

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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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