Explore: Lerwick
General Info
Lerwick lies on the east coast of the Shetland Mainland and is Shetland’s only town. It is a modern harbour providing support for the offshore oil and gas industry. It is also a busy fishing and ferry port. With two entrances, it is accessible in all weathers.
Position: 60° 09.28’N, 01° 08.41’W (Victoria Pier)
Related Businesses
Shetland Library
Address: Lower Hillhead, Lerwick, Shetland Isles, ZE1 0EL
Internet access... Read More
Clearance
Report to Lerwick Port Authority to complete necessary paperwork.
All non-EEA nationals must contact local Immigration Officer at Lerwick Port Control or MOB 07721 466199)
Docking
Berthing is on the yacht pontoons in the Small Dock (located each side of Victoria Pier) or on visitors’ buoys.
- (photo of Lerwick harbour from Andrus of S/Y Suwena)
Showers available for visiting yachtsmen are located on the lower floor of the Lerwick Boating Club clubhouse. An access key is provided when paying harbour dues at the Port Office.
A useful visitors’ pack is available at http://www.lerwick-harbour.co.uk/assets/files/yachtpack.pdf
For connecting to the electricity supply, contact the Port Office. The initial connection can be made Monday to Friday (0700-2000), Saturday (0800-1200) and Sunday (0800-1000). There is a charge.
Related Businesses
H.M. Coastguard
Address: Knab Road, Lerwick, Shetland,
Lerwick Harbour Master
Address: United Kingdom,
Lerwick Marina
Address: Gremista, Lerwick,
Tel: +44(0)1595 692407 (Lerwick Boating Club)
Situated at the north end of Lerwick Harbour. Security gate access. Water, slipway, and hoist for craft up to 9... Read More
Lerwick Port Authority
Address: Albert Building, Lerwick, Shetland, ZE1 0LL
VHF Channel 12, 16 (24hrs)
The Harbour Master allocates available berths to yachts on arrival. Pontoon berthing and services adjacent to the town centre. Chandlery, boatyard... Read More
Victoria Pier Pontoon
Address: Lerwick,
Fuel, Water, laundry, slipway, repairs, chandlery, boat hoist, engineering, WiFi, bus/taxi/car hire, cash points and waste disposal.... Read More
Yacht Clubs
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The Lerwick Boating Club
Address: 12a Commercial Street, Lerwick, Shetland Isles, ZE1 0AN
Busy club with the races, training and International yacht races - including the Shetland-Bergen and Round Britain and Ireland races. The club welcomes visiting yachtsmen.... Read More
Walls Regatta Club
Address: 12a Commercial Street, Lerwick, ZE1 0AN
The Club is a centre for sailing, rowing and other water-related sports in Lerwick.... Read More
