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==Holyhead (Port of entry)==
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Holyhead is a major ferry port to Ireland. It has been a port for thousands of years and with the addition of a substantial breakwater extending some two and half miles it is very well sheltered from all but gales from the NE. The port has a busy ferry schedule and High Speed Ferries operate regularly. It is important to note in the entrance to the port ferries do not give way to small boats. The Holyhead Marina is located in the western end of the harbour.
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holyhead Holyhead] is a major ferry port to Ireland. It has been a port for thousands of years and with the addition of a substantial breakwater extending some two and half miles it is very well sheltered from all but gales from the NE. The port has a busy ferry schedule and High Speed Ferries operate regularly. It is important to note in the entrance to the port ferries do not give way to small boats. The Holyhead Marina is located in the western end of the harbour.
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Entrance is from Holyhead Bay and is free from dangers. It can be approached in all conditions and it is a port of refuge. The end of the breakwater is at {{Coord|53|19.87|N|04|37.13|W|}}. When passed the white and black lighthouse tower on the breakwater on the starboard side leave the green conical Spit buoy (FL.G.3s) to starboard. This marks an area of the breakwater that has collapsed. Maintain this offing from the breakwater until the marina. Do not venture too far to port as there is shoal ground marked by two port hand buoys. As you approach the Marina be carful to avoid the rows of moorings.
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Entrance is from Holyhead Bay and is free from dangers. It can be approached in all conditions and it is a port of refuge. The end of the breakwater is at {{Coord|53|19.87|N|04|37.13|W|}}. When past the white and black lighthouse tower on the breakwater on the starboard side, leave the green conical Spit buoy (FL.G.3s) to starboard. This marks an area of the breakwater that has collapsed. Maintain this offing from the breakwater until the marina. Do not venture too far to port as there is shoal ground marked by two port hand buoys. As you approach the Marina be carful to avoid the rows of moorings.
Leaving the Marina to starboard, and secure to the outer side of the marina breakwater on the temporary Visitors' Berths. In strong North Easterlies it is advisable to go inside the breakwater by following it on your port side until you are able to round the end and secure to the inner side.
Leaving the Marina to starboard, and secure to the outer side of the marina breakwater on the temporary Visitors' Berths. In strong North Easterlies it is advisable to go inside the breakwater by following it on your port side until you are able to round the end and secure to the inner side.
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[[{{PAGENAME}}]] is a port of entry for United Kingdom. For details ''see [[United Kingdom#Entrance|Entrance: United Kingdom]]''
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NB. In 2018 the marine was virtually destroyed in a storm. Only one pontoon remains in use. Remains of the other pontoons are scattered about and lie unlit in the approach amongst some of the moored boats making what would otherwise be a relatively simple matter extremely difficult. When we last visited in September 2023 there were no immediate plans to rebuild. Local politics rules.
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The port is operated as a marina
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There is only one pontoon available visitors can use if space available. Alternative is to pick up a mooring serviced by Holyhead Yacht Club.
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Water and electricity are available on the pontoon. Showers and laundry facilities in marina building. There is NO fuel dock. Fuel can only be obtained by taking containers to fuel station by taxi. It may be possible to borrow containers from the marina office.
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Holyhead
Port of Entry
53°19.581'N, 004°37.282'W Chart icon.png
lat=53.32635 | lon=-4.62136 | zoom=13 | y
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Holyhead Marina

Holyhead is a major ferry port to Ireland. It has been a port for thousands of years and with the addition of a substantial breakwater extending some two and half miles it is very well sheltered from all but gales from the NE. The port has a busy ferry schedule and High Speed Ferries operate regularly. It is important to note in the entrance to the port ferries do not give way to small boats. The Holyhead Marina is located in the western end of the harbour.

Charts

BA Admiralty
2011
1413

Weather

See Wales.

Passages

See Wales.

Communication

See Wales.

Navigation

Entrance is from Holyhead Bay and is free from dangers. It can be approached in all conditions and it is a port of refuge. The end of the breakwater is at 53°19.87′N, 04°37.13′W. When past the white and black lighthouse tower on the breakwater on the starboard side, leave the green conical Spit buoy (FL.G.3s) to starboard. This marks an area of the breakwater that has collapsed. Maintain this offing from the breakwater until the marina. Do not venture too far to port as there is shoal ground marked by two port hand buoys. As you approach the Marina be carful to avoid the rows of moorings. Leaving the Marina to starboard, and secure to the outer side of the marina breakwater on the temporary Visitors' Berths. In strong North Easterlies it is advisable to go inside the breakwater by following it on your port side until you are able to round the end and secure to the inner side.

Entrance

Holyhead is a port of entry for United Kingdom. For details see Entrance: United Kingdom

Call Port Control on Channel 14 before entering or leaving

NB. In 2018 the marine was virtually destroyed in a storm. Only one pontoon remains in use. Remains of the other pontoons are scattered about and lie unlit in the approach amongst some of the moored boats making what would otherwise be a relatively simple matter extremely difficult. When we last visited in September 2023 there were no immediate plans to rebuild. Local politics rules.

Berthing

The port is operated as a marina

There is only one pontoon available visitors can use if space available. Alternative is to pick up a mooring serviced by Holyhead Yacht Club.

Amenities

Facilities
Water ?
Electricity ?
Toilets ?
Showers ?
Laundry ?
Garbage ?
Supplies
Fuel ?
Bottled gas ?
Chandlers ?
Services
Repairs ?
Internet ?
Mobile connectivity ?
Vehicle rentals ?

Provisioning

Give the names and locations of supermarkets, grocery stores, bakeries, etc.

Water and electricity are available on the pontoon. Showers and laundry facilities in marina building. There is NO fuel dock. Fuel can only be obtained by taking containers to fuel station by taxi. It may be possible to borrow containers from the marina office.

There are no supermarkets within easy walking distance but at least two large ones a taxi ride away.

Eating out

Give the name of recommended restaurant, tavernas, pastry stores, etc.

Transportation

List transportation (local and/or international.)

  • ==Amenities==
Facilities
Water ?
Electricity ?
Toilets ?
Showers ?
Laundry ?
Garbage ?
Supplies
Fuel ?
Bottled gas ?
Chandlers ?
Services
Repairs ?
Internet Free internet is available to berth holders and visitors. Access codes are available from the marina office
Mobile connectivity ?
Vehicle rentals ?

Provisioning

Give the names and locations of supermarkets, grocery stores, bakeries, etc.

Toilets, showers and garbage disposal at marina office.

There is a well stocked chandlery next to the marina office

Eating out

Give the name of recommended restaurant, tavernas, pastry stores, etc.

Transportation

List transportation (local and/or international.)

Tourism

Places to Visit

List places of interest, tours, etc.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

References

See Wales.

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