Boat Channel Portsmouth

Boat Channel - Portsmouth Harbour Entrance

A boat channel between No.4 buoy and Ballast beacon, is established on the west side of the entrance. It is mandatory for all vessels under 20m length when entering or leaving Portsmouth Harbour. All sailing vessels fitted with engines must proceed under power when in this channel. Vessels under 20m in length proceeding to and from Gunwharf Quas or the town cambers must cross the main navigation channel at right angles northward of Ballast beacon after first obtaining the permission of the Queen's Harbour Master. For further details see Admiralty Sailing Direcions, List of Radio Signals and local Notices to Mariners.