Bridport Harbour Bridport Harbour

NTM Notice No. 02/2026

20 April 2026

Bridport Harbour – West Bay
Notice to Mariners
Notice No. 02 / 2026
Date: 20/04/2026
Dredging

 

  1. Mariners are advised that, dredging operations are due to start on Wednesday 22nd April.
  1. The area to be dredged is Harbour entrance and outer Harbour.
  1. The discharge pipe will run from the dredger up the slipway along the Esplanade and onto the West Beach.
  1. The West Beach will be closed during this time.  
  1. Mariners need to call the dredger on VHF CH 11 to advise of any arrivals or departures to or from Bridport Harbour during working hours 07.00 – 19.00 “Bridport Harbour Dredger”
  1. The operation is expected to last 2-3 weeks.
  1. This Notice to Mariners will be reviewed as and when the circumstances change. 

NB.     Owners, Agents, Charterers, Marinas, Yacht Clubs and Recreational Sailing Organisations should ensure that the contents of this Notice are made known to the Masters or persons in charge of their vessels or craft.

Bridport Harbour Office
Tel: 01308 423222
Email: harbour@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk
VHF: Channel 16 / Working Channel 11