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Kirkwall Marina, Kirkwall, Orkney Islands, United Kingdom

General - Kirkwall Marina is set behind the eastern breakwater within the harbour that also serves ferries, fishing boats and other commercial craft.

Position - 58º 59' N 2º 57' W

Charts - British Admiralty 2162, 2249, 2250 Imray C68

Approach & Entrance - Kirkwall Marina can be approached from the NW through Eynhallow Sound, from the N through Vasa Sound and from the E through Shapinway Sound. Make for a waypoint, position 59º 01.3' N 2º 57.1' W. The final approach is with St Magnus Cathedral bearing 190ºT. The entrance to Kirkwall Marina is immediately to the E of the large grey ice plant on the pierhead.

Berths -

Marina Contact ;
Tel - 01856 872292
Fax -
Email -
VHF Ch - 12 and 16 (Harbourmaster)

Maximum Length - m

Water - On the pontoons.

Electric - On the pontoons.

Diesel & Petrol - On the fuel pier.

Security -

Internet - Kirkwall Library

Other Facilities & Services -

Shopping - All provisions can be obtained with shops and supermarkets close to Kirkwall Marina

Eating Out - There are several hotels facing the harbour a within a short walk from Kirkwall Marina.

Local Area - St Magnus's Cathedral. The Bishop's and Earl's Palaces. Kirkwall Museum. Highland Park Distillery Centre.

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