Portmahomack Harbour

A small, historic fishing harbour on the Tarbat Peninsula, eastern shore of the Dornoch Firth. Designed by Thomas Telford between 1811–16 and owned by the Highland Council Harbours 📍 Location & Layout Coordinates: approx. 57°50′ N, 3°49′ W Features: tidal harbour with L-plan fishing pier and ramped ferry pier  🛠️ Facilities & Services Berths: Limited space for local fishing boats and some recreational vessels. Utilities & Amenities: Public toilets (community-supported)  Drinking water and limited shore facilities (cafés, village shop)  No fuelling station noted; nearest likely in Tain or Invergordon. Slipway present Harbour Authority: Owned and managed by Highland Council Harbours, maintenance handled in partnership with local Harbour Users Group  🧭 Anchorage & Navigation Vessel anchoring possible inside harbour in sand/mud—good holding, but depth tidal and limited. Community advises caution . Navigation should align with tidal windows; local knowledge is important. ☎️ Contact & Governance Authority: Highland Council Harbours General Contact: +44 1349 781611, harbours@highland.gov.uk Community Involvement: Portmahomack Harbour Users Group leads development initiatives, including new pontoons and facilities