Local Notice to Mariners (26th October 2023)

All Harbour Users are advised that following Storm Babet, and the large accumulation of debris comprising seaweed, creels, tyres, and ropes that currently affect access/egress from Pittenweem Harbour by boat that the harbour is CLOSED.

Fife Council as a priority have appointed a contractor to clear this material on Monday 30th October or sooner as conditions and resources allow.

Fife Council’s priority is the safety of harbour users and to restore safe navigation for vessels within the harbour area.

Masters of vessels are asked to co-operate fully with this notice.

The Harbour Masters can be contacted for updates.

All Harbour Users are requested to report any further obstructions or damage they find.

For further information please contact the Lead Harbour Master via any of the following:

  • Telephone: 03451 555555 Ext 461541
  • Email: Harbours@fife.gov.uk
  • Radio: VHF Channel 11

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