Located approximately 40 miles south of Cape Wrath on Scotland’s northwest coast, Lochinver is a key landing port for the UK whitefish fleet and vessels from across Europe. Its close proximity to the West of Scotland, Rockall, and North Atlantic fishing grounds reduces steaming time, increases fishing efficiency, and shortens turnaround times - supporting strong commercial activity.
Harbour boundary area
All waters below the level of MHWS forming the approaches to Lochinver Bay, Bàgh an t-Strathain and Lady Constance Bay with the boundary commencing at:
- The Westernmost point on the East side of Loch Bad nam Ban – Latitude 58° 08.291’N, Longitude 05° 16.322’ W; thence in a NNW’ly direction for a distance of 130 metres to:
- The Westernmost point of Sgeir Bhuidhe – Latitude 58° 08.355’N, Longitude 05° 16.635’ W; on the level of MHWS
- Rubha nam Fad, Latitude 58° 08.924’ N, Longitude 05° 16.635’ W; on the level of MHWS
Resources available
- 1 x 4 tonne telehandler
- 1 X 2 tonne forklift truck
- 1 X harbour workboat
- 2,400m2 indoor fish market
- 20 tonne per day ice plant production with 30 tonnes of silo storage. The provision of this ice plant was joint funded by the Scottish Government under the EMFF grant programme and the Highland Council.
- 1750m3 of fuel oil storage, with multiple fuel point delivery at up to 350 litres/min
- 25T boat lift
- Waste oil and garbage reception by prior arrangement with the Harbour Master
- Berthage
- Pontoons are available for visiting leisure craft
- Water and electricity are available at the pontoon
Vessels permitted
- Fishing vessels
- Fuel oil tankers
- RNLI
- Customs cutters
- Fishery protection vessels
- Leisure
- Fish farm boats or carriers
Maximum vessel sizes permitted
Minimum depth is 5m, and 90m overall is the maximum length.
Safe anchorages
Emergency anchorage is available east of Glas Leac in approximately 10 metres of water. However, anchoring within Loch Inver is generally not recommended due to exposure to prevailing winds.
Harbour information
The harbour is not staffed 24 hours a day, but our team is available to assist you seven days a week.
The harbour office is located at the east end of the large fish market.