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The Nao Victoria Foundation return to Weymouth Harbour with the amazing Nao Santa Maria at the end of this month! A replica of one of the three ships used by Christopher Columbus in his first expedition across the Atlantic Ocean in 1492, a self-guided tour will allow visitors to explore the 4 decks of the Santa Maria, where information panels will chart the history of the ship, ornamental elements of the time and provide opportunities to talk to the crew about how Spanish sailors lived 500 ... Read more...

Please see the latest Local Notice to Mariners for the Weymouth Sailing Club event taking place from today: 12/25 - SB20 Sailing Championships Read more...

Dorset Council are proposing a new policy for licensing pleasure boats, vessels, and boat operators who do not fall under the jurisdiction of a harbour authority. Nothing has changed for operators that are currently licenced with us. This consultation does not affect vessels licenced by or who fall under the jurisdiction of the Weymouth, Bridport or Lyme Regis Harbourmaster. If you would like to know more about the policy, or complete the consultation please see the links below: Draft ... Read more...

The amazing weather recently is attracting crowds to the Pleasure Pier including those who enjoy the thrill of tombstoning. Learn more from Ed and the team in our short film about safety at the pleasure pier and why tombstoning is not as safe as it once was: Harbour Safety (youtube.com) Read more...

A well known landmark of Weymouth, the Weymouth Town Bridge has been in operation 95yrs today! The Duke of York, who later became King George VI, opened the bridge on 4th July 1930 and apart from requiring maintenance /repairs over the years she is still standing strong today. Click here for more bridge history or view our Facebook page for photos from previous birthday celebrations. Read more...