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Port of Broadford, Isle of Skye

GBBDF🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Broadford, Isle of Skye

Broadford is a small harbor on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. It provides shelter for vessels and is equipped with pilotage and tug services. The port serves as a local maritime point for the island.

Background
Broadford, together with nearby Harrapool, is the second-largest settlement on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. Lying in the shadow of the Red Cuillin mountains, Broadford is within the parish of Strath. A long meandering village historically consisting of a few buildings on either side of the Broadford River, the many small townships around the wide sweep of the bay have grown together and Broadford now stretches for 1+1⁄2 miles around the southern side of Broadford Bay.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
13ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
D

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32920 →
Wikidata
Q922593 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBBDF
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
GB-HLD
Latitude
57.2333°
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 Broadford, Isle of Skye?+
The approach to Broadford, Isle of Skye is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Eileanan Dubha Lighthouse at 7 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Sgeir Dhearg (13.8 NM S), Gairlochy (35.3 NM ESE), Sgeir Ghlas (47.2 NM NW), Leverburgh (48.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Broadford, Isle of Skye on?+
The Port of Broadford, Isle of Skye 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 Broadford, Isle of Skye?+
You can track vessels near Broadford, Isle of Skye (GBBDF) 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 GBBDF on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Broadford, Isle of Skye?+
The Port of Broadford, Isle of Skye 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.