Ireland:Bangor
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General
Bangor Marina is the largest marina in Ireland, located in the centre of the town of Bangor, Northern Ireland and attracting visiting sailors from all around the world. You can stroll along the promenade, through the beautiful landscaped gardens and dream about sailing one of the many yachts across to Carrickfergus, or imagine racing a powerboat around the Ireland:Copeland Islands, or even skippering one of the cruisers to the Scottish Coast just 23 miles away.
The Marina is one of 35 marinas internationally that has been awarded the prestigious Five Anchors by the Yachting Harbour Association. The Marina has also been awarded the "Blue Flag" for attention to environmental issues in 1998, 1999, 2000 and 2001.
Since opening in 1989, it has grown steadily and now has berths for nearly 600 craft. Access is unrestricted and 24 hours, it is close to the centre and has pretty good facilities.
Four long-established yacht clubs are located in the Borough: the Royal Ulster, The Royal North of Ireland Yacht Club, Ballyholme Yacht Club and Ireland:Holywood Yacht Club. All hold regattas, sailing series and championship events throughout the season.
Approaches, Routes and Navigation
Bangor Marina and Harbour is safely accessed from all directions in reasonable weather conditions. Please observe navigational lights and signals.
Tidal information and currents
Charts
Weather
Major ports
Marinas and Anchorages
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Bangor Marina
54.40’N 05.40’W.
Bangor Marina Bangor Co. Down BT20 5ED Tel: 0289145 3297 Fax: 0289145 3450 http://www.quaymarinas.com
- VHF Channel 11 (Call sign ‘Bangor Harbour’)
- VHF Channel 80 (Call sign ‘Bangor Marina’)
- 560 sheltered and secure pontoon berths
- 24 hour staffing
- 24 hour tidal access
- Marine diesel and petrol available on the fuel pontoon
- Toilets, showers, laundry and telephones are all available in Bregenz House.
- A holding tank pump out facility is available on the fuel pontoon.
- Water and electricity (240 volts) is available on most pontoons.
- A boatyard service is provided by B.J. Marine on site.
- Free car parking is available on site.
- HM Coastguard’s Marine Rescue Sub Centre and a RNLI Atlantic 85 Lifeboat are both based at the Marina.
Chandlers and Repair Facilities
Victuals (Food and Drink!)
Sailing Clubs
Places and things to see
