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Port of Cardiff Downloadable Brochure Cruise Wales Port of Cardiff Richard Butler, Commercial Manager Tel: +44 (0)2920 835 063 Sail into the beating heart of Wales’ capital Switchboards: +44 (0)870 609 6699 Email: [email protected] city. It’s a vibrant and modern destination Web: https://www.abports.co.uk/locations/cardiff/ that’s steeped in history, culture and folklore, ready to take your passengers on a heritage journey through time. Port of Cardiff Cruise Wales A bustling and dynamic capital city port with access to superb attractions, shopping and world-class activities. Located in Cardiff Bay, the port has great links to the city centre. It is under 10 miles from the M4 motorway, which provides access to the Brecon Beacons and key attractions between Bristol and Swansea. Our services km miles time Nearest Airports and facilities Cardiff 21 13 31 mins Nearest Train stations Cardiff Bay 0.8 0.5 1.5 mins Cardiff Central 2.5 1.5 5 mins Location Serving the capital of Wales, the nearby Brecon Beacons Quay Name Queen Alexandra Additional capabilities National Park and the Glamorgan Heritage Coast, the Port Dock The port is suitable for small to medium Big Pit National 50 31 55 mins of Cardiff is perfectly positioned to balance city sights with size cruise ships. It supports transit and Length 198m Coal Museum incredible countryside. turnaround operations with berth capacity Cardiff Airport 21 13 25 mins Beam 27m for check-in facilities, baggage handling, On the approach, passengers will enjoy views of the cliffs Cardiff Bay 1.6 1 3 mins Draught 10m security screening and on-site car parking. of Penarth, Cardiff Bay and Flatholm Island. Awaiting your Adjacent gangway coach parking is available for Cardiff Castle 4 2.5 10 mins passengers will be the unmistakable sound of a Welsh choir Approx. DWT 35,000t passengers with restricted mobility. The port Cardiff City Centre 2.5 1.5 5 mins singing traditional hymns, a perfect soundtrack for the short Pilotage & Towage 24hr notice required can arrange shuttle buses to Cardiff Bay or stroll to the quayside coach parking. Tour coaches and shuttle Cardiff Central 3.2 2 7 mins Waste Disposal Yes the city centre. Britannia Quay is available for buses are able to park metres away from the end of the Railway Station ISPS Yes cruise vessels under 173m loa and 22m beam. gangway providing a convenient transfer from ship to excursion. Cardiff Heliport 5 3 9 mins Bunkering and Yes Passengers can stroll from the gangway into Gower Peninsula 94 58.5 1 hr 15 mins Fresh Water the heart of Cardiff Bay with road access also available to provide coach collections. St Fagans National 13.5 8.5 5 mins Stevedoring Yes History Museum For Stores Security Fully ISPS compliant with on-site security Swansea City Centre 70 44 50 mins officers managing a restricted area. The Royal Mint 26 16 25 mins Tredegar House 22 13.5 30 mins.
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