Port St Mary (IMPSM)

The port is generally used by fishing vessels and yachts, there is one berth available on Alfred Pier for general cargo.

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

Port St Mary is a small tidal harbour located on the W of Bay Ny Carrickey, on the S coast of the Isle of Man.

LOA 60m, draught 3.0m.

Anchorage is available in depths of 5.0-7.0m, close N to NE of harbour entrance. Vessels may be anchor at Chapel Bay in depths 3.0-6.0m.

Directions: Approaching from SE the alignment (295°) of the lights (white towers, red band, 7m and 8m in height) exhibited from the heads of Alfred Pier and the pier, 0.2nm NW, leads SSW of The Carrick. Approaching from SW give Callow Point and Alfred Pier a berth of at least 0.2nm until the E pierhead is open N of Alfred Pier. On entering, pass 0.05nm N of Alfred Pier to avoid a 3.0m patch off the pierhead. If entering the inner harbour pass the E pierhead close-to.

BA 2094, 2696. Admiralty Pilot NP37, NP286(1).

Liverpool MRC are responsible for the waters around the Isle of Man.

1025.

Not compulsory but advisable and can be arranged by port manager through agent. Available during daylight hours and when a vessel is expected. At other times, vessels should contact Douglas.

Lighthouse (Q 2 5s) at the Carrick Rock.

None available.

VHF: Calling, Ch 12 and 16; Working, Ch 12, 0900-1600hrs daily. Tel: +44 1624 833205 or +44 7624 460096, Email: enquiries.harboursdoi@gov.im

UK regulations apply.

Advise ETA 24 hours and confirm 1 hour prior to arrival. Vessels must report at least 1 hour in advance of arrival stating: ..... 1. Name and last port 2. ETA 3. Max draught and cargo 4. Any defects. Vessels entering the harbour control area, but not entering port, must report stating: 1. Name or callsign 2. Course and speed 3. Type of vessel 4. Nature of cargo. Additional Reports: Vessels entering or leaving should report when 1nm from harbour entrance. Vessels entering the harbour control area, manoeuvring within or leaving the harbour area (including the buoyed channel), should first obtain clearance on VHF Ch 12 and then maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Ch 12.

UK health regulations apply.