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NOTICE TO MARINERS - WHITBY PIER INVESTIGATIONS
25 February 2010
It is anticipated work will commence around the East Pier extension on Saturday 27 February 2010.
The work will be undertaken by the Jack Up platform “SKATE 2D” the vessel is restricted in its ability to manoeuvre and will display the appropriate signals/lights.
Weather permitting the work will be carried out in approximately 4 days. Vessels are requested to be vigilant while transiting the area and give a wide berth. Speed should be reduced to that consistent with the safety of both own vessel and “Skate 2D”.
Advice can be obtained from the watchkeepers on VHF channel 11.
For further guidance or information please contact Whitby Harbour Office on 01947 602354.
Capt Ian Vasey
Deputy Harbour Master
Items for Sale
24 February 2010
Tenders are invited for the sale of two forklift vehicles and a commercial washer and dryer machine at Whitby Harbour.
The items are to be sold in a ‘sold as seen’ condition with no guarantee given or implied.
All tenders to be received by 12 noon on Friday 5 March 2010.
Please View The: Items for Sale Leaflet (PDF, 3MB).
Watchman / Quay Attendant
24 February 2010
Applications are invited for the above post based at Whitby Harbour. The post holder will be required to work 40 hours per week on general watchkeeping and maintenance duties on a shift basis.
Experience and knowledge of Harbour Operations and the possession of related qualifications will be an advantage. Please use the link below to view a copy of the advertisement, job description and job specification.
Salary is £14,733 - £15,444 per annum for a 37 hour week but the applicant must be prepared to work overtime. Hours of work are Monday to Tuesday 10pm to 6am and Friday to Sunday 2pm to 10pm.
Applications close 12 noon on Wednesday 10 March 2010.
Job details are viewable on the OnePlaceNorthYorks jobs website.
Vessels for Sale
24 February 2010
Tenders are invited for the sale of two vessels at Scarborough Harbour.
These vessels are being sold by the Council for non-payment of dues.
The vessels are to be sold in a ‘sold as seen’ condition with no guarantee given or implied.
All tenders to be received by 12 noon on Monday 15 March 2010.
Please View The: Vessels for Sale Leaflet (PDF, 2.5MB).
Grand Turk
24 February 2010
The tall ship ‘Grand Turk’ which is a replica of an 18th Century Royal Navy Frigate returned to Whitby Harbour on Friday 18 September 2009.
The vessel has been sold and will leave Whitby mid-March 2010.
The vessel will be open to the public most days between 10am and 4pm. Concessions are available for group bookings of 20 or more.
For further details contact the tourism bureau – 01723 383637
Disabled / Enhanced Access Policy
15 February 2010
In a report to the Portfolio Holder, Cllr Peter Popple, on 15 December 2009 it was agreed to accept the disabled / enhanced access policy for the harbours.
This has been formally introduced to provide users with a clear and transparent policy regarding disabled access at Whitby and Scarborough Harbours and to comply with disability legislation.
The policy was formulated following consultation with other port authorities and local Disabled Action Groups.
Please View The: Report approved on 15 December 2009 (PDF, 45kb ).
Please View The: Disabled - Enhanced Access Policy (PDF, 175kb ).
Endeavour Wharf – Cargo Shed & Weighbridge
31 December 2009
The cargo shed, constructed in 1996, and weighbridge is to be removed from Endeavour Wharf, Whitby. At Cabinet on 15 December 2009 Councillors agreed to accept a tender for the removal of the shed and weighbridge.
Endeavour Wharf will remain a commercial wharf for the foreseeable future and continue to be used to berth vessels, store fishing gear and for car parking.
It is expected that the area will be resurfaced and ready for use for Summer 2010.
View the Press Release
View the Cabinet Report (PDF, 229kb)
Whitby Winter Dredging Programme 2009/10
27 November 2009
Dredging operations during the winter season are being carried out predominantly on the west side pontoons and upper channel at Whitby Harbour.
Vessels will/may be required to be moved, or be moved by Harbour Staff, on a temporary basis during this period until completion of dredging.
The timescale is uncertain due to being weather dependant.
If you have any queries regarding this news item please contact the Whitby Harbour Office – 01947 602354 or email us.
Black Water Guidance
21 July 2009
Would all harbour users please read and be aware of the attached guidance regarding ‘black water’ in our harbours.
Black water notice for harbour users (pdf, 12kb)
Ports Strategy
10 December 2008
The Ports Strategy was approved by Full Council on 12 May 2008 with the aim of setting the strategic context for the management and development of the Ports Undertakings at Whitby, Scarborough and Filey Coble Landing.
The strategy has been developed to recognise the importance of the Ports, not only in terms of their heritage, but also as a key driver for the future economic well-being and regeneration of the area.
This overarching strategy will set the strategic context for the management and future development of the Port undertakings and ‘chart a course for the future’. A copy of the Ports Strategy can be loaned from the Marina Office at Whitby and the Harbour Office at Scarborough.
Ports Strategy Document (Pdf, 1.44MB).
Harbour Users Groups
09 January 2008
We currently have a Harbour Users Group Consultative meeting for each port. The Whitby and Scarborough Groups meet on a quarterly basis and the Filey Group meets every six months.
The Group membership consists of elected representatives from the different areas of harbour users, for example, Yacht Clubs, Fishermen, Party Angling Vessels etc. Each meeting is chaired by the Port Manager and is an opportunity for harbour users to discuss issues with the Port Management and Portfolio Holder for the Harbours, Cllr Tindall.
Please use the link below to access notes of previous meetings, future dates etc.
Harbour User Group Info. (SBC website).
Reduction in Landing Dues for Fishing Vessels
16 March 2007
All Fishing Vessels -
As part of our current strategy to encourage fishing vessels to use the ports of Whitby and Scarborough it has been agreed that the ad valorem landing charge on nephrops will be reduced to 2%.
A prolific prawn fishery off the Yorkshire Coast is regularly visited by a fleet of fishing vessels. It is hoped that these vessels will note the reduction in charges and use the ports of Whitby and Scarborough to land their products.
Local Fishing Vessels -
As well as the reduction in nephrop ad valorem landing charges local fishing vessels from either Whitby or Scarborough will be able to land their fishery products in either port and provided the landing is of a reasonable quality and their annual charges are paid, may remain in port for a maximum of 48 hours without further harbour dues being levied.
The quantity of fish products landed must be relative to the size capability of the vessel involved and normal ad valorem charges will be applicable. This incentive for local vessel has been agree with Cllr Christon, Portfolio Holder for Harbours on a 12 month trial basis starting 1 April 2007.
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