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Port of Sleat

GBATS🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Sleat

Also known as: Port Faochagach

Sleat is a natural harbor located on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. It serves as a small port, primarily facilitating local traffic and fishing vessels. The harbor offers fair shelter and is situated on the southern tip of the Sleat peninsula.

Background
Sleat is a peninsula and civil parish on the island of Skye in the Highland council area of Scotland, known as "the garden of Skye". It is the home of the clan MacDonald of Sleat. The name comes from the Scottish Gaelic Slèite, which in turn comes from Old Norse sléttr, which well describes Sleat when considered in the surrounding context of the mainland, Skye and Rùm mountains that dominate the horizon all about Sleat.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
33090 →
GeoNames ID
2643155 →
Wikidata
Q2066913 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBATS
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-HLD
Latitude
57.0500°
Longitude
-5.9000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sleat?+
The approach to Sleat is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sgeir Dhearg Lighthouse at 3.6 NM to the SE. Other aids include Eileanan Dubha (15.2 NM NNE), Gairlochy (30.9 NM ESE), Scarinish (44.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Sleat on?+
The Port of Sleat is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in GB. The area falls within the subarctic climate zone with cold winters and potential ice conditions, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Sleat?+
You can track vessels near Sleat (GBATS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for GBATS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sleat?+
The Port of Sleat operates in the UTC+0 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.