Bannister's Wharf, Newport, Rhode Island, USA

General - Bannister's Wharf is one of the most centrally located marinas in the harbour.

Open - All year round

Position - 41° 29.2' N 71° 19' W

Tides;
Reference port -
Mean time differences - HW: minutes ± ; LW: minutes ±
Heights in metres -

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Charts;
NOAA - 13223

Approach & Entrance; Make first for Narragansett Bay and then to Newport Harbor. Bannister's Wharf is the sixth major set of docks heading north. There is a prominent sign for Bannister's Wharf.

Berths & Moorings - 30 slips all reserved for transients. Reservations are required.

Maximum length - 245'

Formalities - Not known

Contact ;
Tel - (401) 846-4500
Fax - (401) 849-8750
Email - bannisterswharf@msn.com
VHF Ch - 9
Call sign -

Water - On the pontoons.

Electric - On the pontoons.

Fuel - None.

Weather forecast - Not known.

Security - 22.00 to 05.00.

Internet Access - At the Dock Office.

Other Facilities & Services - Dockside Phone. Toilets. Showers. Laundry. Pump Out. Docking Assistance. Room Service to the Boat. Trash Pick-Up. Dock Carts. Megayacht Facilities. European Voltage. Mail & Package Hold. Phone Messages. Fax in/out. Ice. Engine Mechanic. Electrical Repairs. Electronics Repairs. Rigger. Sail Loft. Bottom Cleaning. Brightwork. Air Conditioning. Refrigeration. Divers. Compound. Wash & Wax. Interior Cleaning.

Shopping and Provisions - All provisions can be obtained in the town of Newport.

Eating Out - There are numerous restaurants in Newport.

Transport;
Bikes - Ten Speed Spokes(847-5609). Newport Wheels (849-4400).
Bus Service - Trolley run a local service. Greyhound, Bonanza and P & B run intercity services.
Taxis - Cozy Cab (846-2500).
Car Rental - Enterprise (849-3939). Cartemps USA (846-4458). Thrifty (846-3200).
Train Service -
Water Taxi - Serves the mooring field.
Ferry Service - To Fort Adams. Providence Island, Jamestown. Goat Island.
Airport(s) - TF Green - 20 miles.

Local Area -
Sporting Facilities - Swimming Pool. Fitness Centre. Tennis Courts. Golf Course. Horseback Riding. Bowling. Roller Blade & Bike Paths. Volleyball.
Sightseeing - Amazing Grace runs tours around the harbour. Fort Adams is the site of the famous music, folk and jazz festivals.
Museums and Cultural Attractions - Brick Market Museum Of Newport History. Yachting Museum. Naval War College. The Mansions. Newport Repertory Theater.
Special Events -
Children's Stuff -Playground.
Other - Fishing Charter. Movie Theatre. Fort Adams State Park. Dive Shop. 1st & 2nd Beaches. Picnic Area with Grills. Group Fishing Boat. Boat Rentals.

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