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PARTICK INTERCHANGE - TO STATION THE – WARSHIPS Seaplane Operations RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CITY Clyde PARTICK A number of different types of warships including submarines use the RIVER CLYDE NAVIGATION Gareloch, Long and the of Clyde Channel. The ships vary from Tunnel GLASGOW CITY small mine hunters to large submarines and warships. Larger vessels will MUSEUM OF WEST TRANSPORT remain within the Narrow Channel, where Rule 9 applies. & TALL SHIP Slipway & Warships should not be approached closer than 250 metres, as they may BAE SYSTEMS Pontoon be on exercise and may make unexpected and large alterations in course SHIPYARD or speed.

CAUTION SPEED LIMITS RIVER LOCH KELVIN SUBMARINES A strong stream sets 12 knots upstream/East of LOMOND GLASGOW Ocean Terminal across the Garvel Channel Point Ferry Submarines operate on the Clyde all year round. Pontoon CITY C at times during both the 5 knots in all areas shown Whilst moving through the Clyde, they will be on the surface. Submarines h CENTRE a Ferry n flood and the ebb. River YORKHILL QUAY n pink on this chartlet. Pontoon Seaplane O are not especially manoeuverable on the surface and will follow the channels. e Leven l EXHIBITION m They may be escorted by security vessels, especially police launches and a perations CENTRE rk GOVAN e STATION inflatables. Other vessels should observe Rule 9, giving these vessels a wide d A814 by berth. Police vessels will intercept vessels which come too close, particularly b uoy A82 if they are likely to embarrass the safe navigation of the vessel. s and beacons P & S COCKLE BANK Princes Dock AT ALL TIMES SHOW Both the police vessels and the submarine will monitor VHF Channels 16 and Great Harbour 12 whilst in the Clydeport area. A8 PILLAR BANK CONSIDERATION TO Heliport Scottish GREENOCK James Watt Dock Marina Exhibition Because of the submarines’ low freeboard, they are often difficult to see OTHER RIVER USERS M & Conference CENTRAL even in daytime, they also have a low radar signature so it is prudent to Sandpoint illenium Centre STATION Channel marked by buoys and beacons P & S FootbridgeScience (8.36m Centre keep a good look out and to monitor VHF. Marina Crowne Plaza Submarines travelling to or from Faslane will require the Gareloch to be Hotel (opens) closed to other traffic which is signalled using the Port Closure Flags at ) Hotel Pontoon A82 PS W averley Faslane, Hard, Green Isle and Navy Buildings. EAST INDIA & Pacific Q VICTORIA DOCKS Channel marked by buoys and beacons P & S BOWLING u Finnieston (Planned Leisure Pon ay Bell’s Bridge Crane(8.63m too (Footbridge, opens) Mint Craft Berthing) GLASGOW n Hotel At night, the submarine will display an amber flashing light to assist with DUNGLASS Seaplane SCIENCE LONG DYKE (Covers at HW Springs) F berth or CENTRE BBC HQ detection. It is important to bear in mind that the navigation lights are mostly A8 th ) & C PRINCES housed on the fin, giving the submarine the appearance of being much lyd e DOCK SMG HQ BRIDGE to Ca (Fixed, 10.01m) BROOMIELAW smaller than it is. The diagram below shows the arrangement: n GLASGOW al A82 Broomielaw BOWLING BASIN KINGSTON FOOTBRIDGE Pontoon WEIR (Obtain Forth & (fixed, 5.4m) 1 Nautical Mile (approx) LANGBANK Canal Skipper’s Guide M8 from British Waterways) BRIDGE The upstream limit of SPEED LIMITS Clydeport’s jurisdiction THIS DIAGRAM IS FOR GUIDANCE ONLY - Do not use for navigation Proceed at very low is at Albert Bridge, just speed upstream of below Glasgow Weir NAVIGATING FROM GREENOCK TO GLASGOW Subtract this reading from Clyde Arc Bridge height, which is 10.01m above Science Centre Bridge. • Check the Clydeport Notices to Mariners. These are promulgated at chart datum at the best point of passage (at the daymark) to determine the clubs and marinas, and can be viewed and downloaded from clearance height. Likewise for the Tradeston Footbridge – 5.4m above CD. DOCK & BISHOPTON www.clydeport.co.uk > operational > information. The opening Millennium Bridge (or Science Centre Bridge) is operated by CLYDE BOATYARD • Reporting Points (VHF Ch 12) on the River Clyde are - see the who can be contacted on 0141 420 5030 or symbols on chart. 07733 889056. Between 0900-1700 1 hours notice is required and between ERSKINE M8 PONTOON Q u • Vessels planning an upriver passage should contact their destination 1700-0900 3 hours notice is required. e A82 e WARSHIPS n or berth before proceeding. Bells Bridge is operated by Silvers Marine; 01436- 831222. At least 2 hours s Q PWC / JETSKIS A large number of warships of all NATO nations and classes can be seen on • The speed limit upstream of Cloch Point is 12 knots, and 5 knots at notice is required. u Forth & Clyde Canal a ROTHESAY y the Clyde in the spring and autumn as well as occasionally throughout the locations marked by 'Dead Slow' notice boards. Due regard must be Note: The bridges cannot be opened in wind speeds of more than 20 mph Prohibited upstream of Erskine DOCK Aggregate Bridge unless participating in an year. paid to the effect of your wash – see Clydeport Notices to Mariners. (17 knots). Quay RIVER RYA approved course or by PONTOON • Vessels under sail between Greenock Ocean Terminal (Buoy No 1) • Berthing at Glasgow. For Kelvin Harbour berths call 0141 357 3699; Crowne Rothesay Fuel CLYDE These vessels will use the navigation channels to transit through the Clyde, Depot and Bowling are not relieved of their obligation under Rules for Narrow Plaza berths can be booked by calling the SECC on 0141 275 6270. The Dock public services. BOATYARD observing the Rule of the Road as any other power driven vessel. The vessels Underwater Channels to give way to large vessels. pontoon facility at and the Broomielaw pontoon are operated obstructions Hoist will also monitor VHF channels 16 and 12. The vessels pose no hazard and Bay • Vessels under way E of Bowling must proceed under power only. by (GCC). in this area. River Clyde Boatyard can be easily seen. No berthing at • The pontoon berth at Queens Quay, Clydebank can be used by visiting Information on GCC facilities can be obtained by phoning 0141 287 9028 Queens Quay. RIVER Larger vessels approaching Faslane will require the Gareloch to be closed CART craft. Contact Clydebank Re-built: 0141 951 3420. (0800 – 1700), or 0141 276 1585 (1700 – 0800). Blythswood to other traffic which is signalled using the Port Closure Flags at Faslane, CRUISING • Navigation of the should only be undertaken in daylight. Information is also available on the website www.riverclydeusers.info Fe CAUTION:THE DIAGRAMS IN THIS CLUB BASIN rry Rhu Hard, Green Isle and Navy Buildings. Information from Renfrewshire Council: 0141 842 5743 (office hours). • All vessels should maintain a continuous listening watch on VHF Channels LEAFLET ARE FOR GUIDANCE ONLY, Vessels should observe normal Rule of the Road and not approach warships • The pontoon berth at Braehead is not currently available for berthing. 16 and 12 (Clydeport Radio), and observe the mandatory reporting MAY NOT BE ACCURATE IN DISTANCE for a 'closer look', in case this impedes the safe passage of the vessel. • Craft within or passing Rothesay Dock, where there is a fuel berth, points. Dead Slow Ship Manoeuvering River Cart OR DIRECTION, AND SHOULD NOT BE must extinguish all naked lights. A8 BAE No Naked Lights at Rothesay Docks. SYSTEMS • Seaplane operations take place between Princes Dock, the passenger NAVIGATION UPSTREAM OF GLASGOW WEIR USED FOR NAVIGATION. SHIPYARD SCOTSTOUN embarkation point, and the take-off and landing area at Shieldhall • Sub-surface hazards exist upstream of Albert Bridge (W side). A814 PONTOON MINE HUNTERS Riverside Quay, near King George V dock. The aircraft may also land • Vessels can only transit Glasgow Weir when high tide levels reach and (Closed) abeam Yorkhill Quay in the vicinity of the Tall Ship Glenlee. The aircraft exceed the impounded upstream level of 4.17m above chart datum. Predicted KEY PARTICK A number of small warships used for mine countermeasures are also deployed commander will ensure that the area is clear of surface craft before levels may not be achieved. Note: Diagrams are for guidance only. M8 from Faslane. These vessels may be found anywhere around the Clyde and may not stick to the navigational channels whilst engaged in mine hunting. landing or taking off, and will, when on the surface, be governed by • Berthing upstream of the Weir is very limited. Radio Reporting Point TIDES BRAEHEAD the International Rules for the Prevention of Collision at Sea. • For safety reasons the Weir should if possible be traversed in daylight. Whilst engaged in mine hunting, these vessels will display three all round Ship berthing location KING • If you are proceeding upstream of the opening bridges at Glasgow • The Weir access phone number is 0141 276 1585. Vessels can arrange TIDAL INFORMATION GREENOCK GLASGOW GEORGE V RIVERSIDE MUSEUM green lights or three balls. One of these lights or shapes shall be exhibited Science Centre you must know your air draught, and also determine passage through the Weir by phoning this number at any time. Advance DOCK AND THE TALL SHIP BAE GLASGOW near the foremast head and one at each end of the fore yard (see below) the overhead bridge clearances for the tide level at the time of passage, notice is advisable. Dead Slow: ship, small vessel & ferry SYSTEMS Tidal Range (Springs) 3.1m 4.0m SHIPYARD These vessels are restricted in their ability to manoeuvre whilst these lights manoeuvering areas M8 CITY by calculation in advance, and on arrival by checking the height of the • There is no published guidance, nor is there any information on the GCC and shapes are exhibited. tide at the tide board at Yorkhill Quay, which gives the height of the website. CENTRE Pontoon berth Tidal Range (Neaps) 1.8m 2.2m tide above chart datum. Tide boards en route can also be consulted • The Council takes no responsibility if river water levels or conditions make It is dangerous for another vessel to approach within 1,000 metres. (see diagrams above). passage through the Weir impossible. Users navigate at their own risk. Metric Tide Board Time Difference 00 mins 32 mins GOVAN BROOMIELAW PRINCES DOCK

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Ocean Terminal, Greenock River Leven Entrance Bowling Harbour Entrance Clydebank Pontoon Rothesay Dock Kelvin Harbour Riverside Museum The Glenlee, Glasgow’s Tall Ship Crowne Plaza Pontoon Leaflet design and yachting consultancy: Clyde Marine Marketing & Media. Photographs: Mike Balmforth, Glasgow Museums, Clydeport.

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THE ROYAL NAVY SAFETY: OTHER CRAFT RESTRICTED AREAS GARE THE QUEEN’S HARBOUR REGULATIONS Vessels, particularly power craft under way LOCH WEST in the Kyles of Bute and Loch Riddon, or Queen’s Harbour & Dockyard Port: • For the safety of all water users please DUNBARTONSHIRE when passing any location being used by : Restricted areas at Coulport, FOURTH 7 treat this whole area as a “LOW WASH Rhu Marina Glenmallan and Finnart. LOCH See Diagram, Far Left k Ormidale ZONE”. moored or anchored craft, should observe n Gareloch: Protected area. EDITION o NO WASH the following guidelines: LONG t RHU s • BOTH channels between Rhubodach and p • Your wash affects other vessels long after e Limit of Dockyard Port e Buttock Point (shown ) must be K d you have passed the location, so you may I HELENSBURGH treated as a “NO WASH ZONE”. L re C s be unaware of the problems you are causing. R tri cti HELENSBURGH E o • In the interests of safety, boatowners G

n Wash can cause damage, injury, or worse. NNEL Limit of Dockyard Port

should report details of instances of excessive A G • Keep a lookout for moored craft with a H AN Castle Point Eilean speed causing hazardous wash to Clydeport, C C dinghy astern (indicating people on board), HA E CHANNEL

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HM Coastguard or the Police. NNEL MO 3 Nautical Miles (approx) N D craft anchored or rafted together, children AR 7 O L B k • Small craft must keep clear of the buoyed RHU n in sailing or rubber dinghies, people swimming THIS DIAGRAM IS FOR o H t Dir WRG & Oc G channel when large passenger vessels are A GUIDANCE ONLY FERRY C LOW WASH or launching a boat from the shore, or ferrying & BUTE Do not use for navigation NARROWS s O p approaching and transiting the Burnt Islands L e people or stores to or from the shore. e d • It is essential to slow to your NO WASH r The 7 knot speed restriction e JAMES s SPEED in these circumstances. LOW from the Dockyard Port limit tr Loch WATT i FERRY WASH through Rhu Narrows is c Riddon t i CAUTION 12 KNOTS DOCK constantly monitored by radar o GOUROCK n Strong and rigorously enforced. Green THE ENVIRONMENT 19 KNOTS Cloch Point Port Closure Signal Isle 356° tides in LOCH CLYDE LEISURE Caladh both We all enjoy the Clyde’s superb environment, channels STRIVEN RENFREWSHIRE Limit of Dockyard Port Harbour so please do your bit to keep it that way. GREENOCK • Fuel: be sure to avoid spilling. SHIP ANCHORAGE AREA VQ(4)Y Caution: Large Vessels may be in GENERAL REGULATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS Dir WRG • Toilets: use shore facilites if available & Fl Y • Litter: use marina facilities and recycle long term layup in . • Clydeport’s jurisdiction covers the River Clyde and entire Firth of 080° • Non Native Species: learn about Their anchor positions are marked Clyde north of and Loch Ranza, with the exception of the NAVIGATION GUIDE The Burnt COLIN- this threat to our marine environment by buoys. Queen’s Harbour, and the River Clyde upstream of Albert Bridge. See Isles TRAIVE charts for exact boundaries. Craft entering the Gareloch or Loch Long at any time, or if in doubt, should Buttock FERRY You can get all the information • International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea contact the QHM Duty Controller on VHF Channel 73 or 01436 674321 Fish Farm NO WASH Point (ColRegs) apply throughout the . Rules 9 (Narrow N you need to be an environment Extension 3555 (office hours); Extension 4005 (out of hours). O WEMYSS Channels) and 10 (Traffic Separation Schemes) are particularly Rhubodach W friendly sailor at: BAY Queen’s Harbour information is available at: Wreck A important. Bay S www.thegreenblue.org.uk Note: PWCs and windsurfers etc are prohibited within Queen’s Harbour H • Craft taking part in or organising racing or other events must comply limits. with the Collision Regulations at all times. Rhuba Ban LOW RHU NARROWS WASH PORT • Rule 9. Narrow Channels (summary): A) keep to starboard side of LOW WASH East Kyle BANNATYNE a channel or fairway, and B) a sailing vessel, or one less than 20m, When Rhu Narrows are closed for the transit of large naval craft, the or a vessel engaged in fishing, shall not impede a vessel which must following signals are shown: use the channel or fairway. FERRY Point 7 • Rule 10. Traffic separation schemes (summary): a sailing vessel, THIS DIAGRAM IS FOR GUIDANCE ONLY FERRY - Do not use for navigation or one less than 20m, or a vessel engaged in fishing, shall not impede 5 a vessel following a traffic lane. Location of signals: • Wash. Skippers of fast or heavy displacement craft should be aware Faslane; Rhu Hard; DG Range Building adjacent to Green Isle; Navy GENERAL SAFETY LARGS & of the wash they are creating, which can be a danger to other water users. Please regard restricted waters (such as the Kyles of Bute), Buildings at Greenock; aboard tugs and patrol craft in the vicinity. • Advice on any aspect of navigational safety ROTHESAY 4 in the Firth of Clyde can be obtained from CHANNEL and all areas adjacent to moored or anchored craft as NO WASH Clydeport Operations (H24) on 01475 726221 LARGS zones.

YACHT CHANNEL FASLANE & COULPORT RESTRICTED AREAS or [email protected] or HAVEN 6 • Personal Water Craft (PWCs / Jet Skis) and all other fast craft must 3 conform to the Merchant Shipping (Distress Signals & Prevention of No vessel is permitted in the areas shown on Admiralty Charts when the www.clydeport.co.uk, or VHF Ch 12.

HUNTERSTON CHANNEL HUNTERSTON Collision) regulations with particular regard to Rules 6 (Safe speed) following signals are displayed at the area and on tugs or patrol craft • In case of an emergency immediately contact HM Coastguard on VHF Ch 16. FAIRLIE & 8 (Action to avoid collision). They must always proceed at a safe in the vicinity. QUAY speed and be fully aware of wash generated and its effect on other • Leisure diving: All craft should keep a lookout GREAT craft. Owners are encouraged to attend appropriate RYA courses and 2 in order to avoid dive support craft, which fly CUMBRAE LARGS join local clubs. PWCs are prohibited upsteam of the Int. Code Flag 'A'. unless participating in a RYA approved course or by public services. • Coastguard (MCA) broadcasts are every 3 FERRY FAIRLIE • Keep well clear of commercial vessels, including ferries, when close hours (starting 0210), and issued on Navtex. to piers and jetties. See Clydeport Notice to Mariners. Coulport Restricted Area lies on the east side of Loch Long, but extends Subfacts are included at 0810, 1410, and MILLPORT • It is an offence to moor to Navigation Buoys. almost to the western shore. Craft in transit should keep to the western 2010, and also at www.qhm.mod.uk/clyde • A seaplane operates from Rhu Marina and • Ensure that your vessel is exhibiting the appropriate lights and shore at all times. MOD Police launches are in attendance. HUNTERSTON from the River Clyde at Govan. It will keep TERMINAL MILLPORT signals at all times. Note that there is a safety zone around all warships, including submarines, clear of vessels in the vicinity. See over, and • Waste Management. All rubbish must be disposed of responsibly and escort vessels, at anchor or under way in the Firth of Clyde. These Clydeport Notices to Mariners. 1 FAIRLIE using the facilities provided at harbours and marinas. vessels should be given a wide berth of at least 250 metres. • Major developments and constructions are • Loch Striven. Anchored ships – see note above. under way throughout the river area. All • Always keep a sharp lookout for fishermen’s buoys. OTHER AREAS mariners are to be vigilant and observe Small craft should not Full information is given on the relevant charts. temporary restrictions that may be in force. anchor closer than 100m • Yacht club officials responsible for races south of Millport Pier to FIRTH OF CLYDE CHANNEL HUNTERSTON Marina allow visiting passenger Rubha RANGE should consult the protocol in the Clyde Yacht vessels room to an Eun Ship anchorage The closure of Loch Goil, whilst trials are in progress, is signalled by the Clubs’ Association website (www.cyca- manoeuvre display of large red flags at Douglas Pier and Carrick Castle Pier. When online.org.uk) This includes liaison with Cumbrae Elbow See Diagram, Left Narrow channel these flags are flying, mariners wishing to operate within Loch Goil are Clydeport Estuary Control, unlit yachts after requested to contact 01301 702011, or call Range Control on VHF Ch sunset, seasonally laid racing marks, and Pilot Boarding Point 69: ”Golf Xray Alpha”. encroachment into shipping channels. HUNTERSTON CHANNEL HUNTERSTON • Clydeport Notices to Mariners are published NORTH RANGE on www.clydeport.co.uk All Mariners should ROTHESAY – Port Entry Signals (New) – Port Entry Signals CONTACTS The Loch Fyne Range is situated on the eastern side of the Loch between ensure they are familiar with these Notices. VHF Channel Telephone Ardrossan, Clyde Marina 01294 607077 Strachur and St Catherine’s Point. If the range is in use keep to the • Any vessel navigating in the Firth of Clyde Harbour Harbour Harbour Harbour Marina Harbour Bowling Marina 01389 877969 HUNTERSTON closed to all and open, open, Marina western shore. should hold the appropriate publications to POWER open Control: EMERGENCIES 16 999 / 112 Fairlie Quay 01475 568287 traffic Marina Harbour closed enable them to do so in a safe manner. STATION Ch12 16 Holy Loch Marina 01369 701800 movements closed closed Deep draught Other craft: Clydeport Estuary Radio 12 01475 726221 James Watt Dock Marina 01475 729838 vessels must stay in KEEP CLEAR! ARDROSSAN HM Coastguard (Greenock MRCC) 16 / 67 01475 729988 Kip Marina 01475 521485 narrow channels. Ship manoeuvering areas These signals apply to all craft entering and exiting the Marina gate may be closed in severe weather. Queen's Harbour Master (RN Faslane) 73 01436 674321 ext 3555 / 4005 Largs Yacht Haven 01475 675333 Line of sight from bridge inner, SE, basin, including the marina berths. Clyde Marina Ch80 M. Hrbr Control Ch12 14 16 British Waterways (Bowling Basin) 16 / 74 01389 877969 (See Clydeport NtoM) Marina: 01700 503116 Smaller craft cannot be seen THIS DIAGRAM IS FOR GUIDANCE ONLY FERRY Kelvin Harbour Berthing – 0141 357 3699 (office hours) Rhu Marina 01436 820238 - Do not use for navigation River Clyde Boatyard (Rothesay Dock) – 0141 941 3366 HUNTERSTON CHANNEL HUNTERSTON Rothesay Marina 01700 500630 March 2012

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