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Port of Castlebay

GBCBA🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Castlebay

Castlebay is a small harbor on the island of Barra in Scotland's Outer Hebrides, situated on the Atlantic Ocean. It serves as a ferry terminal and handles general cargo. The port is accessible to vessels of varying sizes and offers limited facilities.

Background
Castlebay is the main village and a community council area on the island of Barra in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland. The village is located on the south coast of the island, and overlooks a bay in the Atlantic Ocean dominated by Kisimul Castle, as well as nearby islands such as Vatersay. Castlebay is also within the parish of Barra. The village is located on the A888, which serves as a circular road around Barra. In 1971, it had a population of 307.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
3ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32980 →
Wikidata
Q1049581 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
OpenStreetMap
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Seamark Type
rescue_station

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-ELS
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
56.9530°
Longitude
-7.4898°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Castlebay?+
The approach to Castlebay is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Scarinish Lighthouse at 35.3 NM to the SE with a nominal range of 12 NM. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Castlebay on?+
The Port of Castlebay 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 Castlebay?+
You can track vessels near Castlebay (GBCBA) 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 GBCBA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Castlebay?+
The Port of Castlebay 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.