Safety

The Teign estuary is used extensively by a wide range of leisure and commercial vessels varying in size from small dinghies and powerboats to commercial fishing boats and merchant ships. It requires courtesy and understanding from all users so everyone can enjoy their activities or go about their business safely without causing undue nuisance or creating hazards.

If you are afloat and in need of assistance Call Coastguard on
999

For all other incidents & reports

For all non emergencies that need to be recorded and potentially investigated by the Harbour Master, please fill out our Incident Form. e.g. near miss, pollution, anti-social behavior, speeding, collision.

Local Notice to Mariners

Local General Directions and Navigation Warnings are issued as Local Notice to Mariners and all current Notices can be found here.

Safety Advice

speed

Observe speed limits

Keep to 6 knots and minimise your wake.
giveway

Give way to ships

Give vessels a wide berth and stay to the edges.
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Know your limits

Check the weather and tide times before you go.
boating

Ride in company

Go afloat with others, not alone, and stay together.
life-jacket

Stay afloat

Always wear a life jacket on the water.
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Stay in touch

Carry a means of calling for help.
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Communicate

Tell others where you are going and when you’re due back.
friendship

Respect others

This includes water users and marine life.
boat

Check your boat

Check your engine and fuel before setting off.
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Vessels must comply

With International Regulations.
lookout

Keep a good look out

Observe potential hazards at all times.
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Navigation

Understand the approach, entrance and conditions of the harbour.
alarm

In an Emergency

Dial 999 and ask for the coastguard.

For more detailed safety information see the DFT Port Marine Safety Code.

Safety News

Safety Management Documents

Port Marine Safety Code, Marine Safety Management System, Oil Spill Contingency Plan, Emergency Plan and other relevant safety documentation are available to view at the Harbour Office.

Tide Times

Weather