Weymouth A sheltered haven in the centre of a charming seaside town 70 Commercial Road Weymouth Dorset DT4 8NA Tel: (01305) 767576 Fax: (01305) 767575 email: berths@weymouthmarina.co.uk www.weymouthmarina.co.uk
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Welcome to Weymouth Marina Whether you are looking for a convenient stop off before rounding Portland Bill or a permanent base from which to explore the beautiful Jurassic World Heritage Coast, you will find a warm welcome at Weymouth Marina.
Established 2006 ✴ MAINTENANCE ✴ HIGH END VALETING ✴ TOPSIDES POLISH / COMPOUNDING ✴ GRP / REPAIRS / GEL COAT ✴ ANTI-FOUL / ANODE REPLACED
With its golden sands, beautiful Georgian esplanade and charming old harbour, Weymouth offers secure and sheltered berthing in a fantastic location in the heart of the town.
✴ REGULAR / ONE-OFF WASH DOWNS ✴ PROVISIONING WITH LOCAL, ORGANIC DORSET PRODUCE ✴ INSURED UP TO £5 MILLION
The marina itself is a modern, purpose built facility with over 300 fully serviced berths, including dedicated visitors’ berths. Situated beyond the town’s lifting bridge in the inner harbour, it has no tidal restrictions and is just minutes from the beach, restaurants, pubs and high street shops.
✴ FREE QUOTES & ADVICE
L” ”NO BOAT TOO BIG OR SMAL
Telephone: 07854 694917 Email: boatcleaner100@gmail.com Web: www.boatcleaner4u.co.uk
All berths are supplied with fresh water and electricity and the marina offers high quality, private washrooms, showers and laundry facilities. There is also excellent security on site with 24hour CCTV coverage, electronic pontoon gates and private annual berth holders’ car park.
DAN STUTTLE MARINE SERVICES
As a working port and lively yachting centre, Weymouth has a good range of marine services available including chandleries, boat repair facilities and yacht clubs all within easy reach of the marina.
Marine engine service, repair, spares and new installation (supply & fit).
The town also benefits from excellent transport links. The mainline train station is within walking distance of the marina, offering half hourly direct services to London and Condor Ferries run a Fast Craft ferry service from Weymouth to the Channel Islands and France.
Marine Workshops Cove Passage Weymouth B E TA M A R I N E SALES AND SERVICE DORSET DT4 8TT
Finally, in addition to the free berthing nights available at other Dean & Reddyhoff Marinas, a 10% discount is available, on mooring fees for overnight berthing, at Poole Quay Boat Haven and Port of Poole Marina.
(Based right on the quayside just behind Bussells Chandlers)
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At a glance... • 300 berths, including visitors’ berths • Max LOA: 30m (subject to availability) • Accessible at all states of tide • Fully serviced berths with water and electricity • Excellent shower and washroom facilities • Free Wireless broadband • Laundry • Close to local restaurants, bars and shops • Berth holders’ car park • 24-hour CCTV security and electronic pontoon gates • Recycling facilities • Yacht brokerage on site • Local on-water diesel • Marina staffed 365 days a year • Free internet in the office
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Quality Marine Engineering Service and Support SUPPLY • INSTALLATION • DYNAMOMETER TESTS SERVICE • REFIT • REPAIR • PARTS
Service, Overhaul and Sales • Anchors • Control systems • Day boats • Engines • Gearboxes • Generators • Hydraulic systems • Outboards • RIBS & Inflatables • Stabilizers • Thrusters • Windlass & capstans
Now with 4 branches along the South Coast
Chichester
Portsmouth
Poole
Southampton
01243 512313
02392 201171
01202 677387
02380 710371
Approved official dealer for: Volvo Penta, Honda, Perkins, ZF
Approved official dealer for: Volvo Penta, Honda, Perkins, ZF
Approved official dealer for: Volvo Penta, Honda, Yanmar, Yamaha, Evinrude, AMT, Avon, Zodiac, Orkney
Approved official distributor and dealer for: ABT-TRAC, Perkins, Baudouin, MAN, Kohler, Northern Lights, Ultra, ZF, PRM, Maxwell
Chichester@goldenarrow.co.uk
Portsmouth@goldenarrow.co.uk
www.goldenarrow.co.uk
Poole@goldenarrow.co.uk
Southampton@goldenarrow.co.uk
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By car | From Dorchester, follow A354 to Weymouth for 8 miles, following town centre signs. (Please be aware there is a new road into Weymouth, so your SatNav may get confused!) When the harbour/marina is visible, turn left at the crossroads, still following town centre signs, travel across the bridge and turn right at the crossroads into Commercial Road. The marina is 600m on the right.
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Weymouth Town Bridge | Bridge lifts take place at the times listed below. Please be on time in clear sight of the bridge. Listen to Channel 12 for announcements 10-15 minutes before advertised times (responding as required). Priorities for inbound and outbound traffic will be advised. There is a waiting pontoon just before the bridge on the port side, for any vessel waiting to enter the inner harbour.
By rail | The station is within walking distance of the marina, offering half-hourly direct trains to London, Southampton, Bournemouth and Poole. Direct services to Bristol are also available. For daily information call National Rail Enquiries on: 0845 748 4950.
Bridge Lifting Times April 15th to September 15th 0800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 (2100)* *June, July and August only
By coach | National Express runs coach services to Weymouth. Call: 0871 781 8178 or visit www.gobycoach.com for more details.
September 16th to April 14th Lifts on request at: 0800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800
By sea | Weymouth Marina is at the far end of Weymouth’s old harbour beyond the lifting bridge. When arriving in the harbour please call the marina on VHF Channel 80 / tel: 01305 767576.
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A minimum of 1 hour’s notice is required for all lifts during this period (see contact details below). Contacts Weymouth Harbour radio: working Channel 12 Tel: 01305 838423 (berthing office)
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Weymouth Marina information Marina Office | The marina office is open 7 days a week, 365 days a year. During the summer months, the office is open from 7.30am until half an hour after the last bridge lift. During the winter months, the office is usually open from 7.30am until 6.00pm. If the staff are out checking boats or assisting a vessel, they can normally be contacted on VHF Ch. 80, or on 01305 767576 with an automatic diversion to a mobile phone. Security | The main marina gate is controlled by a security code which is changed on a regular basis. Berth holders and visitors will be informed of any change. If you see anything suspicious please report it to the marina office. Toilets and showers | The marina has excellent washroom facilities located on the first floor of the marina building. The washrooms are laid out in private cubicles, each with its own shower, WC, washbasin and hairdryer. There are also separate male and female WCs. An accessible/family washroom, complete with baby changing facilities, is located on the ground floor. For the benefit of all users, please refrain from taking dogs into the washrooms and using the showers or basins to wash out wetsuits and swimwear.
Trolleys must be used responsibly, no person is permitted to be carried in the trolley. The company accepts no liability for any loss, injury or damage arising from its use. Waste and recycling | Recycling bins are located at the access ramp to the pontoons. All of the following types of waste can be recycled. General waste is incinerated and used to power up to 30,000 homes, meaning nothing is sent to landfill. • Cardboard • Paper (including newspapers & magazines) • Cans – all types • Glass – in a seperate bin • Plastic bottles • Fruit juice and milk cartons • Telephone directories
Water | The water supply to the taps on the pontoons is potable. Ice | Ice can be purchased from the marina office. Laundry | laundry room complete with large capacity washer and dryer is located in the marina building and is available 24 hours a day. Washing powder is available from the marina office. Trolleys | Trolleys can be found at the top of the main access ramp and require a £1 coin or t1 deposit for their use. If you have a heavy or awkward load don’t struggle alone; please ask a member of staff who will be happy to assist. Should a trolley accidentally fall into the water, we will be only too happy to recover it and refund your £1.
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A waste oil tank is also available for old fuel, oil, etc. Please ask a member of staff for assistance. Electricity | All berths are supplied with a metered electricity point. Berth holders will be allocated an individual metered socket. You can supply your own padlock and lock your plug in or the socket closed. Please remember to leave a key with the marina office. Gas | Gas bottles can be exchanged at several places locally; please ask at the marina reception for directions. continued page 62
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Weymouth Marina information | continued Fuel | On-water petrol and diesel is available at nearby Portland Marina. Diesel is also available at Weymouth outer harbour. There will be a discount on Portland Marina fuel sales for all Dean & Reddyhoff berth holders. Faxes | The marina office accepts incoming faxes (for a small donation to the RNLI box). The fax number is: 01305 767575. Should you wish to send outgoing faxes, please ask at the office for charges. Internet access | A PC is available for use free of charge in the marina reception area during normal office hours. Free Wireless Broadband is also available. It is a basic service designed for the download of emails and viewing of websites. This service is subject to a ‘fair use policy.’ Keys | Berth holders and visitors who are leaving vessels at Weymouth are required to leave a set of keys with the marina office. This means that staff can access the boat in the unlikely event of any problems – and if you forget your keys, you don’t have to go all the way home again! Keys will only be released to the named owner or pre-arranged friends or contractors. Mail | You may have mail delivered to the marina for your collection. Mail will be kept in the office for a maximum of 45 days. Staff will happily post stamped outgoing mail. Warps and Fenders | For your peace of mind, please maintain your warps and fenders to a high standard.
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Contractors | Weymouth Marina has an open policy towards contractors working on your boat. Contractors are allowed free access, so long as they are adequately insured for all third party risks and do not cause a nuisance to other berth holders. Please let the marina office know in advance if you wish your keys to be handed out. Slipway | There is a public slipway situated just to the south of Weymouth Marina. Please contact Weymouth Harbour Master on 01305 838423 for current charges for use. Children and dinghies | Please note that under a Weymouth & Portland Borough Council harbour byelaw, children under 16 years of age are not permitted to be in control of outboard powered boats. Bike hire | Bikes are available from Weymouth Bike Hire, telephone 07973 751393 or email hire@weymouthbikehire.co.uk Fishing | Please refrain from fishing from the main pontoons. Customs | If you are departing for, or arriving from, any country outside the EU, a customs form C1331 will need to be completed. This includes those travelling to and from the Channel Islands. Forms are available from the marina office. Health & Safety and Weather Information Please see pages 124 -125.
And f inally... The marina staff are here to help. If there is anything you think we can do to improve our service, please let us know. We thrive on your feedback and it will always be well received.
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Weymouth berthing rates 2014/15 All berths are fully-serviced with water, a metered electricity point and WiFi broadband. The rates below are per metre LOA (length overall), unless otherwise indicated and are inclusive of VAT at 20%. SEASONAL (for seasonal berthing, the marina can accommodate boats up to 30m LOA.) Annual rate Up to 19.9m 20 - 30m 1 Apr 2014 - 31 Mar 2015
£443 per metre
£503 per metre
£388 per metre
£452 per metre
£148 per metre
£175 per metre
Summer rate 1 Apr 2014 - 30 Sept 2014 Winter rate 1 Oct 2014 - 31 Mar 2015
All annual berths come with a great package of benefits – see pages 6 and 7 for more details. VISITOR BERTHING Visitors’ berths are available for vessels up to 30m LOA. The rates listed are for vessels up to 19.9m. Rates for vessels 20m and over are available on request. Summer visitor rate 1 Apr – 31 Oct 2014
Winter visitor rate
Monthly £70.00 per metre Weekly £17.70 per metre Daily £2.95 per metre Short stay under 14m £8.00 per boat Short stay - 14-19.9m £14.00 per boat
Monthly £33.00 per metre Weekly £12.00 per metre Daily £1.80 per metre Short stay under 14m £5.00 per boat Short stay - 14-19.9m £8.00 per boat
1 Nov 2014 – 31 Mar 2015
SEASON TICKET accepted at all Dean & Reddyhoff marinas for a max of 4 consecutive nights at one time 14 daily visits over one year
£37 per metre
ELECTRICITY vessels over 20m, weekly & monthly electricity connection charges available on request Metered supply Charged per kWh consumed Short term visitor charge (boats up to 15m)
Free of charge (Max 4 nights)
Minimum charge of 6 metres. Rates for multihulls are available on request.
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Useful telephone numbers Police
Around Weymouth Marina Weymouth Sealife Centre | Otter and seal sanctuaries, a resident colony of penguins, a tropical shark nursery and a spectacular turtle sanctuary with a walkthrough underwater tunnel are among the attractions at Weymouth Sealife Centre. (Open daily. Admission charges apply).
Weymouth Beach and Esplanade | Weymouth’s long sandy beach and sheltered bathing waters have been attracting tourists since the 18th century, when King George III was a regular visitor. Just a short walk from the marina – and look out for the King’s Statue and replica bathing machine on the way.
The Rodwell Trail | Following the route of an old railway line, the Rodwell Trail is a flat foot & cyclepath linking Weymouth Town Centre and Portland Harbour. The names of the old stations are marked along the way and there are great views across the harbour. To get started, cross the bridge at the north of the marina and take the subway under Westwey Road then follow the signs (map is on page 59). Old Harbour, Hope Square and Brewer’s Quay Explore the cobbled streets of Weymouth’s old harbourside and discover a great choice of pubs and restaurants for all tastes, from fantastic fresh seafood to traditional fish ’n’ chips! Hope Square is the perfect destination on a warm summer’s evening. Weymouth SEA LIFE Tower | Enjoy amazing 360º panoramic views of Weymouth Bay, Portland and the Jurassic Coast. The tower rises 53m (174ft) above the resort and has unrivalled views of the Jurassic Coastline – Britain’s first natural World heritage site. The Nothe Gardens and Fort | Escape the bustle of the town centre in the peaceful Nothe Gardens and enjoy stunning views of the Jurassic Coast and visit Nothe Fort, which tells the story of garrison life for Victorian and World War II soldiers (Open daily May –September; Sundays only out of season. Admission charges apply).
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Weymouth
01305 222222
Hospital Weymouth (minor injuries only) Dorchester NHS Direct
01305 762545 01305 251150 0845 4647
Emergency Doctor
0845 600 1013
Emergency Dentist
01202 854443
HM Revenue & Customs
Yacht Arrivals/Departures
0845 723 1110
HM Coastguard
Portland
01305 760439
Weymouth Harbour Master
01305 838423
RSPB Reserves | Weymouth is unusual in having two bird reserves in walking distance of the town centre: Radipole Lake (north of the marina) and Lodmoor. Both are free to visit with marked nature trails and bird hides. You may be lucky and see rare species such as Cetti’s warblers and bitterns. Find out more at the RSPB Visitor Centre in the Swannery Car Park.
RNLI (Lifeboat Station)
01305 785817
RSPB
01305 778313
Taxi
Fleetline Weyline
01305 784252 01305 777777
Buses
First - Customer service National Express Sureline Bus
0870 010 6022 0871 781 8178 01305 823039
Abbotsbury Swannery and Subtropical Gardens | Just ten miles west of Weymouth, the beautiful village of Abbotsbury is home to some of Dorset’s most popular tourist attractions. The Subtropical Gardens are open all year round (except 20 Dec - 1 Jan) Abbotsbury Swannery is the only place in the world where you are able to walk through a colony of nesting Mute Swans. From mid May to late June you can also see hundreds of fluffy cygnets hatching. To get there catch the X53 bus from Weymouth seafront.
Rail
National Rail Enquiries
0845 748 4950
Ferries
Brittany Condor
0871 244 0744 01305 763003
Insurance
E Coleman & Co Ltd
01202 647400
Airports
Gatwick Heathrow Bournemouth Southampton
0844 892 0322 0844 335 1801 01202 364000 0844 481 7777
Weymouth Marina
Weymouth
01305 767576
Portland Marina
Portland
08454 30 2012
Haslar Marina
Gosport
023 9260 1201
East Cowes Marina
Isle of Wight
01983 293983
Further information | Please ask the marina staff for further details. More information about the local area can also be found on page 40 in the Portland Marina section of the yearbook.
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