Sligo Port
Sligo is the only working harbour between Galway and Derry.
General
- Position: 54° 17′.016 N / 008° 29′563 W
- Time Zone: GMT (Summertime: GMT +1)
- ISPS Status: Fully compliant
- Notice of Arrival: 48 hours prior to arrival
- Navigation: Daylight only
- NAABSA: Yes
- Ice Class: Not permitted
Port Limits / Vessel Restrictions
- Maximum LOA: 100.0 m
- Maximum Draft: 4.5 m
- Maximum Deadweight: 3,000 MT
- Pilotage: Compulsory (local pilots arranged via agent)
Charts
- BA 2852
Communications
- VHF Calling Channel: 16
- Working Channel: 12
Pilot Boarding
- Normal boarding position: Wheat Rock buoy
- Lat: 54° 18.8′ N
- Long: 008° 39.1′ W
Anchorages
- Available east of Wheat Rock buoy
- Charted depth: 12.0 m
Berths
| Berth Name | Length (m) | Max DWT | Max LOA (m) | Max Draft (m) | Cargo Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barytes | 55 | 3,000 | 100 | 4.5 | Bulk, Breakbulk |
| Deepwater | 75 | 3,000 | 100 | 4.5 | Bulk, Breakbulk |
Cargo Operations
- Flexible cargo handling
- Flexible working hours
- Port welcomes commercial traffic
Customs & Immigration
- Customs officer available in the port area
- Standard Irish Port documentation applies
Nearest Airports
- Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC): ~60 km
- Dublin International Airport (DUB): ~217 km
Transport Connections
Cargo Operations
- Flexible cargo handling
- Flexible working hours
- Port welcomes commercial traffic
Customs & Immigration
- Customs officer available in the port area
- Standard Irish Port documentation applies
Nearest Airports
- Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC): ~60 km
- Dublin International Airport (DUB): ~217 km
Transport Connections
Road:
- N4: Sligo – Dublin
- N16: Sligo – Belfast
- N15: Sligo – Donegal
Air:
- Limited UK services from Knock (via Birmingham, London Gatwick, Manchester)
- Extensive European, North American, and Middle Eastern connections via Dublin
Tide Tables:
- Tide Tables may be purchased from the Harbour Office.
Pontoon Facilities:
The 60-metre pontoon offers 2 metres depth alongside at low water and is located right in the heart of the town. It provides easy access to shops, supermarkets, pubs, and restaurants.
The river channel leading to the pontoon is well marked and lit and is navigable at all states of the tide. The pontoon is secured with a gated access system for added safety.
Facilities include a shower block, washing machine, and tumble dryer.
Tide Tables:
- Tide Tables may be purchased from the Harbour Office.
Pontoon Facilities:
The 60-metre pontoon offers 2 metres depth alongside at low water and is located right in the heart of the town. It provides easy access to shops, supermarkets, pubs, and restaurants.
The river channel leading to the pontoon is well marked and lit and is navigable at all states of the tide. The pontoon is secured with a gated access system for added safety.
Facilities include a shower block, washing machine, and tumble dryer.
Harbour Master
- Name: John Carton
- Telephone: Mobile: +353 (0)86 261 6866 Office: +353 (0)71 911 1237
- Email: jcarton@sligococo.ie
Contact:
Harbour Office
Sligo Harbour Office
Sligo County Council
Ballast Quay
Sligo
Ireland
F91 RY72
Ship Waste Reception & Handling Plan
For information on Waste disposal at The Port of Sligo under the control of Sligo County Council, please consult the link below:
Code of Practice for the Safe Operation of Recreation Craft
The Irish Department of Transport have issued a Code of Practice containing legislative information, safety advice and best practice operational guidance for owners, masters and users of recreational craft that operate in Irish coastal and inland waters.
Users of the Code of Practice can scan the following QR code to view all relevant information (external link).
