Padstow (GBPAD)

Padstow features two tidal outer jetties and an inner harbor with water retention, controlled by a tidal gate that operates about two hours around high water. The port handles various cargoes such as fishing vessels and leisure craft which dominates the harbour.

North Atlantic Winter Seasonal Zone II, Winter Nov 1 to Mar 31, Summer Apr 1 to Oct 31.

Padstow is a small commercial port located 1.5 miles inland along the River Camel estuary.

LOA 34.96m, beam 9.6m, 209DWT.

Approx 160,000t of cargo handled annually.

Outer anchorage: Padstow Bay is open to W and NW winds and is not recommended as an anchorage due to a ground swell which is nearly always present. Considerable alteration to the depths appears to take place from time to time. Anchorage can be obtained in Port Quin Bay (50°36'N 004°54'W), where the holding ground is good. Shelter from W winds is obtainable in the W part of the bay. Entered between the promontory of which Rumps Point is the W extremity and Kellan Head, 1.75nm E, the village of Port Quin lies at the head of a narrow inlet situated on the E side of the bay. Cow and Calf rocks lie close W of Kellan Head.

The harbour is approached from Padstow Bay and entered through a channel formed by the estuary of River Camel. Approaches: The best time for entering the harbour is between half flood and HW; at LW spring tides the sea usually breaks over the bar. The best approach leads SE from a position midway between Gulland Rock and Newland to the pilot boarding position off Stepper Point. The track then leads S into the buoyed entrance channel avoiding a detached shoal which dries 0.9m, close NE of the NE corner of Doom Bar. The approach which leads between Gulland Rock and Gunver Head, 1.25nm SE, contains several off lying dangers of which Gurley Rock, 0.6nm SSE of Gulland Rock and Chimney Rock, 0.4nm NNW of Gunver Head, have depths of 3.0m or less over them. Entrance channel: The harbour is formed by the estuary of River Camel. The Doom Bar, an extensive drying sandbank, lies along the W side of the channel the entrance to which lies approx 0.15nm W of Trebetherick Point, which is fringed by rocky ledges on which the sea breaks in all but the calmest of weathers and at LW spring tides. The channel has an approx width of 0.1nm with depths of 0.2-0.9m over the bar and is marked from seawards by lightbuoys as far as The Pool, in which there are depths up to 3.2m; thereafter the channel lies close to the W side of the shore. A lightbuoy (port hand) is moored close off North Quay at the entrance to the outer harbour. Caution: The height and shape of the sandbanks in the Camel Estuary are constantly changing and latest details can be obtained from the harbour office.

BA 1156, 1168. Admiralty Pilot NP37, NP286(1).

Falmouth Coastguard, Tel: +44 1326 317575.

1025.

Inner Quay Moorings: The Inner Quay accommodates vessels with a maximum length of 5m. The berths remain afloat, with access to and from the quay available approximately 2 hours either side of high water. The pontoon offers excellent shelter from most weather conditions. However, there is currently a waiting list for seasonal moorings at the Inner Quay. The South Dock Moorings: It provide better access compared to the Inner Quay moorings and offer reliable shelter from most weather conditions. Although it is a drying berth, access to the pontoon is available approximately 3 hours either side of high water. The moorings accommodate vessels up to a maximum length of 6m, subject to availability. Currently, there is a waiting list for South Dock Moorings. The North Quay: It has replaced the previous running moorings with a stable pontoon that provides 20 seasonal berths for vessels up to 6m in length. Access to the pontoon is available approximately 3 hours either side of high water. The area is well-sheltered from adverse weather conditions, thanks to the protection of the North Pier wall. However, there is currently a waiting list for North Quay Moorings. The Rock Moorings: situated across the estuary from Padstow at Rock, are the most popular moorings in the area. They offer a variety of moorings suitable for different types of vessels, with a maximum vessel length of 10m. These moorings include a mix of floating and drying berths, which determine access to the estuary. Regardless of the mooring assigned, users are guaranteed to enjoy the stunning beauty of the estuary. The Red Brick Pontoon provides excellent access to the estuary, with vessels remaining afloat approximately 2.5 hours after low water. The maximum vessel length is subject to availability.

Compulsory for all vessels over 30m in length or over 20m with a draught greater than 3.5m. The pilot boards 0.3nm E of Stepper Point, or in adverse weather as near to the Fairway Buoy, off Trebertherick Point. Fishing vessels are exempt.

Seaward boundary formed by a line joining with Stepper Point, Gulland Island, Newland and Pentire Point.

Saint Saviour's Point Light (green triangle), 0.3nm N of Padstow harbour entrance. Monument, conspicuous, standing close N of Saint Saviour's Point.

Tidal gate to basin, where water is retained, is opened most tides 2 hours either side of HW. Office manned 2 hours each side of every HW tide. Berthing is at the discretion of the Berthing Master.

Range approx 6.5m.

There is a harbour launch available.

Heavy ground swell in strong NW winds. Prevailing winds SW.

PADSTOW 50°32.49'N 4°56.16'W UNCTAD LOCODE: GB PAD ________________________________________________________________________________ ___________

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WEEKLY CORRECTIONS FROM UKHO NtM WEEK 20/24 Padstow Hr Mr correspondence, (RSDRA2024000063676), 20/24

VHF: Ch 12, 16. These channels are monitored 2 hours either side of HW tide and Mon-Fri 0800-1700hrs.

Falmouth Customs Tel: +44 1326 314156.

The Berthing Master delivers a form which requires details of vessel's owner name and address, Crew List and vessel requirement.

Vessels should send their ETA, to their agent, 12 hours prior to arrival with subsequent amendment, if necessary, up to 2 hours before original ETA.

By-laws are in force for vessels carrying dangerous substances. Copies of the by-laws should be obtained prior to arrival. The Harbour Master should be informed of the nature and quantity of such cargo, vessels should be anchored or moored only as directed by him. All vessel movements within the harbour must be sanctioned by the Duty Officer (Berthing Master); a speed restriction of up to 8kts exists in the approaches to, and within, the harbour. Contact harbour on VHF for permission to proceed in or out of the channel.