About Helmsdale Harbour
Helmsdale was established in 1818 as a fishing village, primarily for herring fishing, similar to many other villages in the Highlands during that era. Presently, the harbour is a prominent characteristic of Helmsdale village, and several fishing vessels are stationed there, which gives it a sense of being a functional harbour. David Seddon, Marine Superintendent Email: david.seddon@highland.gov.uk Office:01349 781614 Mobile: 07768 030305





Facilities
COORDINATES
58.11512 N, -3.64787 E
Port Information
Telephone
Berth Sizes
< 10m, 10-20m, 20m+
Depth at MLW
3m+
Manoeuvrability
Good
Channel Marking
Fair
Port of Entry
No
Overseas Visitor Berths
Yes
Dock Type
Floating
Style Side To
Yes
Tidal Flow
Negligible
Active Winter
Yes
Weather Forecast
Sun
5AM - 9AM
17 May 2026
- W 3–6 knots backing SW 3-6 knots.
- 6°C
- Calm sea
- UV Index: 0 - Low
- Chance of showers
Sun
9AM - 1PM
17 May 2026
- SW 4 knots increasing to SE 6 knots.
- 7°C
- Calm sea
- UV Index: 3 - Moderate
- Chance of showers
Sun
1PM - 5PM
17 May 2026
- SE 4–8 knots.
- 8°C
- Calm sea
- UV Index: 3 - Moderate
- Chance of showers