I reviewed these notes in October 2022. The dredging is ongoing here otherwise, no change

I reviewed these notes in early October 2021. The dredging of the marina is just about complete and the gates are in operation. They've had over 100 visitors this summer - so things are on the up here.

Cardiff Marine Group is now operating Watchet Marina, they have published a plan to dredge the inner basin and return the marina to its full operational capability.
http://themarinegroup.co.uk/app/uploads/2021/03/Watchet-Marina-Renovation-Programme.pdf.
As always the Ancient Mariner will watch their progress.

Cardiff Marine Group is now operating Watchet Marina, they have published a plan to dredge the inner basin and return the marina to its full operational capability.
http://themarinegroup.co.uk/app/uploads/2021/03/Watchet-Marina-Renovation-Programme.pdf.

As always the Ancient Mariner will watch their progress.

The marina hasn’t been dredged for some time and the gate is out of use with traffic lights remaining on red. Access is available around high water but the marina dries out and you will be sitting in mud from 2.5 hours after high water to 2.5 hours before. When we entered there was no answer on VHF so had to use mobile phone to get permission. Phone number is on the harbour wall.
Having said that the staff are helpful and the town is delightful.

Prices have gone up a little. The question of depths is being dealt with with dredging this Spring. If in doubt contact the harbour.

There have been issues of depths of water varying markedly in different parts of the Marina for some time

Just be aware at times you may not find as much water in the Marina as you expect.

Probably best to contact the Marina Office to get an update before you plan your trip.

There is a very ancient and good anchorage at Blue Anchor Bay 2.5 miles to the West for those awaiting the tide to get into Watchet. Onshore winds represent a difficulty entering Watchet but powered craft can still enter in the hands of bold but careful skippers in moderate F5 weather

These notes were reviewed by Don in April 2016. As has been said by our member below, the gates are working and they have had a dredge. All that has changed is the price for a night's stop.

Hi there, just been into Watchet. The gates are now fully operational and the marina have dredged the basin which made it a great place to visit. The facilities in the village are second to none.

In September 2014 the flap gate to the marina was damaged and is still out of order Jan 2015, and expected to remain so for the near future.

Stop boards have been put in however it has been commented on boating forums nearly all boats now dry out.
dredging is due to take place in the coming months.

On a navigational point, the WALLS of light at the end of the W pier is painted RED when one might expect it to be green.

So if you cant take the mud, a visit on the tide is the way forward.

These notes were updated by Don T on the 18th Feb. 2013. Prices were updated for the 2013 season.