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Salterns Marina, Poole, Dorset, United Kingdom

General - Salterns Marina is located in Poole Harbour on the coast of Dorset in southern England. The large, almost landlocked harbour is one of the largest natural harbours in the world. The facility offers berths, boat yard and a storage operation.

Open - All year round

Hours - Not known.

Arrival out of hours - Not known.

Formalities - Not known.

Contact ;
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Fax -
Email
Web
VHF Ch - 37 & 80
Call sign -

Position - 50º 42' N 001º 56' W

Charts, Pilots & Cruising Guides - See the following link for UK Charts

Tides -

Reference port -
Mean time differences - HW: minutes ± ; LW: minutes ±
Heights in metres -
MHWS MHWN MLWN MLWS
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Depths at MLW - Not known.

Protection/Shelter - There is good shelter inside the marina.

Approach and Entrance - If approaching from the Solent, the entrance is identifiable from the high cliffs of Anvil Point. When nearer, the rocks of Old Harry or Handfast point are clearly visible. The Swash Channel is clearly marked. When approaching from the W beware of the race off Handfast Point on the ebb tide. The harbour is accessible at all states of the tide but entering can be dangerous in very strong S and SE winds. The entrance channel passes between the Training Bank on the W side with Hook Sands to E. Be careful of the Chain Ferry, just at the entrance, as the ebb can run at 3 to 4 knots. There can be a strong tidal stream at the harbour entrance and care is needed, particularly on the spring ebb. Small craft are recommended to approach the entrance using the Boat Channel to the west of the Swash Channel. The East Looe Channel and passing S of Hook Sands should only be attempted when weather and tidal conditions are favourable.

Berths & Moorings - 300 alongside. It is not known if reservations can be made.

Maximum length - 20m.

Water - On the pontoons.

Electric -
On the pontoons.

Fuel - Petrol & Diesel.

Weather forecast - Not known.

Security - 24 Hours.

Internet Access - Not known.

Other Marina Facilities, Services & Supplies - RYA Tuition. Yacht Brokers. Corporate Yacht Charter. Toilets. Showers. Laundry. Pumpout.

Boatyard Facilities & Services - 45 tonne Travel Hoist. Sailmakers. Engine Repairs. Slipway. Winter Storage.


Shopping and Provisions - Most provisions can be obtained in Poole

Bank or ATM - In Poole.

Chandlers or Ships' Store - On site.
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Marine Electronics - The Top Deals are on the Web!

Butane/Camping Gaz//Propane - Not known.

Ice - Not known.

Eating Out - The marina has a restaurant and there are many restaurants, cafes and pubs serving food in Poole.

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Ferry Service - Regular services to France and the Channel Islands.

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Conservation Projects - Brownsea Island is owned by the National Trust and is home to all sorts of wildlife
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