Launch & Recover a vessel
Weymouth town slipway is now the only slipway in Weymouth open to members of the public. A slipway permit is required to launch and recover your vessel. If parking your car and trailer, please pay for this when purchasing your permit.
WITHOUT A VALID PERMIT(S) FOR YOUR ACTIVITY YOU COULD BE FINED UP TO £2,500.00 UNDER THE WEYMOUTH HARBOUR REVISION ORDER
Essential Information
- Daily slipway permits are valid until 21:30hrs
- There is a sudden drop off at the end of the slipway
- Masted vessels will require a bridge lift if they are heading for sea which can be booked here
- All vessels should be aware of bridge operating protocol and Bridge Lifting Times
- Our slipway is located on Commercial Road (for sat nav use DT4 8LY)
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Launching and retrieval for smaller craft is possible at all states of the tide, however larger vessels may require a higher tide.
Please remember
If you plan to carry out any form of motorised water sports in Weymouth Bay, you will also need to purchase a motorised watersport permit in addition to a slipway permit.
Motorised water sports include:
- Water skiing
- Wakeboarding
- Towing of donuts and other inflatables
- Personal water crafting (jet-skiing)
Water Safety & Water Sports Zones
Please see our 'need to know' information on water safety and buoy zoning in Weymouth Bay.
