Harbour News

New for this summer, Dorset Artisan Markets presents Harbour Nights Market! Taking place between 3pm - 8pm on the following dates the market will be situated along the Harbourside from the Pavilion Theatre down along Custom House Quay. Friday 19 June Friday 17th July Friday 14th August With over 60 food and local artisan traders for you to peruse, as well as live music and entertainment for your enjoyment, these are definitely dates worth adding to your diary! Read more...

Please note the current Portland Port LNTM in force for their waters, including Newtons Cove: Portland Port LNTM 15/2026 (T) Sea Defence Works - Juno Development Read more...

As part of their school 'Make Your Mark' project a group of teens (including one of the harbours own!) will be holding a cake sale this Saturday 2nd May to raise awareness and funds for The Diana Award Antibullying Programme. There will be lots of yummy treats* baked by the teens as well as some provided by friends available for customers and public to purchase for a cash donation (alternatively you will be able to donate via a QR code on the day). *Please note that allergies/gluten ... Read more...

Please see the attached MMO notice regarding 2026 scheduled service of the Weymouth wave buoy: MMO License: L/2019/00425/1 Advance NTM of works at Weymouth Read more...

As we approach our busy summer season it's that time of year when we recruit our seasonal staff to assist us over the warmer months. Perfect for someone with maritime qualifications/experience, who enjoys a customer facing role and can turn their hand to any task. See the Seasonal Berthing Officer advert for more information and to apply. Read more...

Survey works are due to take place w/c 2nd March 2026 on Weymouth Town Bridge. Investigations underneath the bridge will be conducted from a temporary 6 m2 pontoon, that will be manoeuvred into place by a small workboat. Mariners are requested to please pass with utmost caution and minimal wash. Thankyou Read more...

Investigation works are planned at Cosens Quay car park in two locations where changes have been observed in the surface level. To minimise disruption, this investigation is scheduled to be carried out in the w/c 24th November, with the assistance of the FCERM and Highways teams. Please click on the plan below for further detail: Read more...

Whilst we've not seen any frost yet, the colder weather will soon be on its way! Follow the RYA's Top Tips for winterising your vessel and if you're taking your boat out of the water for some TLC it's also a good time to remember the check - clean - dry guidance. RYA: Winterising Top Tips We have limited availability in our winter berth bookings left too, contact us to find out more. Read more...

Please see the latest Local Notice to Mariners for the arrival of the Tallship Nao Victoria as part of Pirate Fest 2025: 20/25 - tallship nao Victoria Read more...

As part of the 2025 Weymouth Pirate Fest alongside Moonfleet and The Mudlark, The Nao Victoria will return to Weymouth Harbour! Managed by The Nao Victoria Foundation, Nao Victoria is a meticulously built replica of the 1519 vessel that across almost 3 years and 32,000 nautical miles circumnavigated the world. Visit Weymouth Pirate Fest for full details about this popular event. Read more...