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Jul
2133 Scottish Trainees are already counting down to The Tall Ships Races 2011The Tall Ships Races 2011, presented by Szczecin, organised by Sail Training International, is exactly one year away from arriving in Lerwick and, already, 33 trainees from the participating Cruise in Company ports, between Greenock and Lerwick, have signed up to take part.
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Jul
21One Year Until The Tall Ships Races 2011 - LerwickOrganisers of The Tall Ships Races 2011 in Lerwick are excited it is now only one year until the Tall Ships arrive in Lerwick on 21st July 2011. Preparations are going well following a successful Sail Training International visit earlier in the year.
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Jun
15Shetland Catch becomes Host Port Sponsor of The Tall Ships Races 2011- with 400 days to go!Shetland Catch has become a Host Port Sponsor following the £12,000 cash sponsorship deal towards delivering The Tall Ships Races in July 2011.
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Stornoway
58°11’.50N 006°22’.00W| Contact Name | Captain Torquil Macleod |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 1851 702 688 / (0) 7720 410 283 |
| harbourmaster@stornoway-harbour.com |
Dominated by its magnificent castle, the harbour bustles with activity. It provides various berths with depth up to 6.5 metres, one channel entrance 4 cables wide of at least a depth of 6.5 metres. Anchorages are also available in various areas of the harbour.
The port of Stornoway is the gateway to an island steeped in history. The spectacular Standing Stones of Callanish (erected around 2,000 BC), and the Broch at Carloway are recognised among Europe's most famous ancient monuments, while traditionally constructed black houses are situated within easy reach of the port.
The Port offers a range of facilities unmatched in the north west of Scotland. It is the main seaport of the Hebridean Island chain. It has good communication links with the mainland, with several daily flights and daily ro-ro ferry services.
Stornoway is a lively and vibrant town that hosts a variety of pubs, restaurants, hotels and clubs all within five minutes walk from the harbour. There are two supermarkets offering good quality service, as well as a variety of smaller shopping outlets within the town.
During the month of July, the town is normally very busy with visitors and events such as Sail Hebrides, as well as the very popular Celtic Festival held in the grounds of the castle.
A modern Sports Centre is available just a short distance from the harbour.
Quay Capability
| Class A | Yes |
| Class B | Yes |
| Class C & D | Yes |
Port Facilities
| Anchorage | Yes |
| Berthing Depth | 2.4 - 7.6m |
| Pilot Available | No |
| Tug Available | No |
Distances in Nautical Miles - Greenock 270 Lerwick 214
Harbour Conditions
- Various Length quays available (up to 135m) • Various depths (2.4-7.6m)
- Maximum Draft 6.5m • Tidal Range Spring 5.0m • Neap 2.0m
- Pilots available • No tugs available
- Alongside berthing available at all three main piers
- Suitable anchorages available inside harbour
- Tender Service will be available for vessels using Harbour Anchorages