Oban Harbour

The Waverley departing Oban today. A wonderful sight. What can't you see? The paddle wheels are connected and she had a small rudder. This means the master appreciates all the manouvering room available. Please ensure you give the Waverley sea room when she is approaching or departing a berth.

Modern Apprenticeships
CalMac Ferries is committed to developing and training young people across the communities we are serving. If you wish to apply for a position at Oban please visit this website.
https://www.calmac.co.uk/careers/modern-a pprentice-week

Dinghy found in Oban Harbour. At 1130 today a 3.5 m grey inflatable dinghy was found floating by the ferry Loch Striven in the middle of Oban Harbour. It was directly down wind of the Oban Bay Community Berthing landing pontoon. The dinghy is now being held by the North Pier Harbour Master, ready for collection by its owner.

If you are a fisherman and want free safety training apply at www.seafish.org/training by the end of the month. Or phone Lachie Paterson 01583 431570 or 07771681428

Please note new seasonal buoyage will soon be placed at Oban north entrance near the Corran Ledge. For details visit: https://www.nlb.org.uk/…/Scotland-West- Coast-Firth-of-Lorn…/

A small quantity of oil, probably marine diesel, has been spilt into Oban Harbour over the weekend period, between North Pier and Railway Pier. The low temperatures have prevented it from evaporating as quickly as would normally be expected. Argyll & Bute Council and CalMac Harbours, supported by the RNLI, have acted together to clean up the diesel. The oil absorbent boom will be deployed for several days. There is no risk to the public. If anyone has information as to the source of the oil spill, can they contact the A&BC Harbour Master on 01631 562892.

All the major operators at Oban have been contingency planning to ensure that if there is an oil spill, anywhere in the bay, there will be a rapid response to containing and cleaning it up. Today this plan will be tested with an exercise. You may see equipment being deployed or hear 'chatter' on the VHF radio. This is all part of the exercise.

If you're ever in an emergency situation on the harbour or other coastal waters, here's who to call:
- Phone 999 - Ask for the Coast Guard
... For more information on marine safety, visit the Oban Harbour website.
http://www.obanharbour.scot/navigation-ma rin…/marine-safety/
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Small craft (such as kayaks, paddleboards, and sailing dinghies) can be difficult to see from the bridge of a large vessel.
During the day wear bright fluorescent yellow clothing.
When out at night, wear LED lights or reflective tape on your helmet, headgear, or shoulders, just as a cyclist would.
... Visit the Oban Harbour website for more information on how to 'Be Safe and Be Seen.'
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Mariners, remember the Oban Harbour speed limit is 6 knots. On approaches and within Oban Bay, a safe speed is considered to be up to 10 knots.
Learn more about safety regulations at the Oban Harbour website!
http://www.obanharbour.scot/navigation-ma rine-s…/navigation/

Have you witnessed any incidents or near misses? If so, please report them at http://bit.ly/2tkmuSY
An incident is where any injury to people, damage to property, or pollution to the environment has occurred.
A near miss is an unplanned occurrence, where a small change to prevailing conditions could have resulted in injury to people, damage to property or the environment.

The Sound of Kerrera from the north 12:30 21 September 2017.

The Corran Ledge West Cardinal Buoy at the north entrance to Oban. Yesterday on a 0.5m Spring tide. Oban Marina is in the background.

If you are operating a small vessel of less than 20m in length please allow for the safe passage of large vessels entering or leaving the bay. It's best to avoid using the designated large vessel channel that runs through the centre of the north entrance.
For more info, visit: http://bit.ly/2tnKCoj

All vessels should maintain a proper look-out by all available means appropriate in the prevailing conditions. This will help you make a full appraisal of the risk of collision. Additionally, check you can interpret rule 34 d. It does not mean get out of the way but it may mean you have not applied rule 8 f correctly. http://bit.ly/2tnKCoj

Make your stay in Oban an enjoyable one by planning ahead. You can find a list of activities and things to do whilst visiting the area over on our website: http://bit.ly/2vAQ9VP

The south entrance to Oban is along Kerrera Sound. Here you will find this new ferry, the 'Carvoria' to take you on the short crossing to visit the beautiful Island of Kerrera.
IRPCS rule 9, narrow channels, applies at the Oban north entrance. Small vessels or sailing vessels must not impede large vessels which can navigate only within the narrow channel. For more information visit the Oban Harbour website http://bit.ly/2tnKCoj

Have you witnessed any incidents or near misses? If so, please report them at http://bit.ly/2tkmuSY
An incident is where any injury to people, damage to property, or pollution to the environment has occurred.
A near miss is an unplanned occurrence, where a small change to prevailing conditions could have resulted in injury to people, damage to property or the environment.

Oban Bay is an exciting place to be – but it’s easy to get into trouble in the water. Stay safe with RNLI's essential safety advice. https://rnli.org/safety

Please note there are frequent ferry movements throughout the year, particularly in the summer, and mariners should keep a good radio watch on Ch16 & Ch12 and an all round visual watch. Other large commercial and fishing vessels use the North and South Piers.
For further guidance on ferries, please visit http://bit.ly/2sloE0m

Was there with with my cousin and 2 friends yesterday weather was lovely great place to visit loved the sea air down by the harbour and a lovely walk round the town

Visited Oban yesterday for the first time in many years and loved it. Buzzing with visitors and holidaymakers.

The harbour area is picturesque with lovely views and has lots of restaurants, cafes and bars where you can relax and enjoy them.

We were lucky, the weather was beautiful and we had a lovely day.

Be back soon!

Very picturesque harbour town. Well worth the visit. We went on a beautiful sunny day and found stunning sandy beach.We also went in the shops and everyone seemed very friendly. Would definitly recommend to anyone considering a visit to this beautiful place

Toured the Oban Distillery. Enjoyed the hurricane that came through while we were there!

So charming! One of the best places for sunset ever, and I live on the gulf coast of Florida where we get fantastic sunsets. Oban just has a certain magic to it. Wish we'd spent more time, we only enjoyed an evening, so we hope to return someday.

Second visit this week

Lovely quality food

Lovely place for a visit lots of places to eat and drink also nice variety of shops had an ice cream at the pokey hat it was delicious lol sat and ate it watching the boats and ferry come and go and the sun was shining 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟.

Kid especially enjoyed the boat trip to see the seals

It's just a tremendous, beautiful and amazing place to visit.

The seafood and scenery is to die for and it opens the door to all the islands on the west coast.

Had a lovely time this weekend In Oban & by the harbour. Lots to do & the scenery is breathtaking. We went for a trip to Dunollie Castle first then walked back, Had a couple of drinks opposite the harbour, then went for the best fish supper tea. Following that we went over to Kerrera Island for a drink there. We'll be back.

Great wee place and the weather was good too plenty to see and do so do not miss it when you get the chance visit 👍

First time in Oban and we both loved it , great food recommend the Scrumptious fish& chip bar we will return.

Beautiful place was lucky with the weather lovely sunny day wee glass of wine at harbour weatherspoons

Restaurant as my daughter smokes we were sitting outside for smokers table when a very rude waitress told

A chinese lady she couldn't sit beside her friends as she hadnt bought her lunch from them told her she had to leave

Raising her voice and was actually very rude to the visitor I would have seen the point if the place was busy as there was plenty

Empty tables we weren't the only ones to see her behaviour several other people commented on her behaviour really no need for it

Gives the Scottish people a bad name .Oban is lovely place to vist with plenty of things to see

Beautiful place very clean have been lucky with the weather sat out in the evening with a drink and photographed the sunset

Ideal place to stay for Island hopping local transport cheap and easy to get to

Beautiful harbour, full of life and things to discover. Gateway to amazing cruises to The Treshnish Isles, Isle of Mull, Staffa, Iona....

Lots of fantastic places to eat super fresh locally fished seafood and just the friendliest and loveliest people.

Beautiful and romantic little harbor town that seems like in a painting. Variety of restaurants, different areas to go for little walks (along the harbor, through the town, up to McCaig's tower), boat cruises and more. Would go again and recommend at least a stop there!

A visit the Oban distillery is a must!

...Had a wonderful day out in Oban with my Wife, Winnie and my mother & father-in-law, great weather, amazing scenery, there and on our way up through Glencoe. An Uber-delicious meal served to us @ The Corryvreckan restaurant, very reasonable prices for huge portions. A great time was had by all ���

Very nice place to visit plus we had good sunny weather to enjoy,nice harbour area with a Spoons and plenty of other pubs if you fancy a drop or three, nice selection of restaurants and shops ,could do with sand on the beach areas instead of rocks and pebbles

Have been to Oban 4 times to and from going across to Mull on the ferry. It’s a spectacular village with sensational seafood ...... and friendly people to boot :-)

Was there with with my cousin and 2 friends yesterday weather was lovely great place to visit loved the sea air down by the harbour and a lovely walk round the town

Visited Oban yesterday for the first time in many years and loved it. Buzzing with visitors and holidaymakers.

The harbour area is picturesque with lovely views and has lots of restaurants, cafes and bars where you can relax and enjoy them.

We were lucky, the weather was beautiful and we had a lovely day.

Be back soon!

Very picturesque harbour town. Well worth the visit. We went on a beautiful sunny day and found stunning sandy beach.We also went in the shops and everyone seemed very friendly. Would definitly recommend to anyone considering a visit to this beautiful place

Toured the Oban Distillery. Enjoyed the hurricane that came through while we were there!

So charming! One of the best places for sunset ever, and I live on the gulf coast of Florida where we get fantastic sunsets. Oban just has a certain magic to it. Wish we'd spent more time, we only enjoyed an evening, so we hope to return someday.

Second visit this week

Lovely quality food

Lovely place for a visit lots of places to eat and drink also nice variety of shops had an ice cream at the pokey hat it was delicious lol sat and ate it watching the boats and ferry come and go and the sun was shining 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟.

Kid especially enjoyed the boat trip to see the seals

It's just a tremendous, beautiful and amazing place to visit.

The seafood and scenery is to die for and it opens the door to all the islands on the west coast.

Had a lovely time this weekend In Oban & by the harbour. Lots to do & the scenery is breathtaking. We went for a trip to Dunollie Castle first then walked back, Had a couple of drinks opposite the harbour, then went for the best fish supper tea. Following that we went over to Kerrera Island for a drink there. We'll be back.

Great wee place and the weather was good too plenty to see and do so do not miss it when you get the chance visit 👍

First time in Oban and we both loved it , great food recommend the Scrumptious fish& chip bar we will return.

Beautiful place was lucky with the weather lovely sunny day wee glass of wine at harbour weatherspoons

Restaurant as my daughter smokes we were sitting outside for smokers table when a very rude waitress told

A chinese lady she couldn't sit beside her friends as she hadnt bought her lunch from them told her she had to leave

Raising her voice and was actually very rude to the visitor I would have seen the point if the place was busy as there was plenty

Empty tables we weren't the only ones to see her behaviour several other people commented on her behaviour really no need for it

Gives the Scottish people a bad name .Oban is lovely place to vist with plenty of things to see

Beautiful place very clean have been lucky with the weather sat out in the evening with a drink and photographed the sunset

Ideal place to stay for Island hopping local transport cheap and easy to get to

Beautiful harbour, full of life and things to discover. Gateway to amazing cruises to The Treshnish Isles, Isle of Mull, Staffa, Iona....

Lots of fantastic places to eat super fresh locally fished seafood and just the friendliest and loveliest people.

Beautiful and romantic little harbor town that seems like in a painting. Variety of restaurants, different areas to go for little walks (along the harbor, through the town, up to McCaig's tower), boat cruises and more. Would go again and recommend at least a stop there!

A visit the Oban distillery is a must!

...Had a wonderful day out in Oban with my Wife, Winnie and my mother & father-in-law, great weather, amazing scenery, there and on our way up through Glencoe. An Uber-delicious meal served to us @ The Corryvreckan restaurant, very reasonable prices for huge portions. A great time was had by all ���

Very nice place to visit plus we had good sunny weather to enjoy,nice harbour area with a Spoons and plenty of other pubs if you fancy a drop or three, nice selection of restaurants and shops ,could do with sand on the beach areas instead of rocks and pebbles

Have been to Oban 4 times to and from going across to Mull on the ferry. It’s a spectacular village with sensational seafood ...... and friendly people to boot :-)

Was there with with my cousin and 2 friends yesterday weather was lovely great place to visit loved the sea air down by the harbour and a lovely walk round the town

Visited Oban yesterday for the first time in many years and loved it. Buzzing with visitors and holidaymakers.

The harbour area is picturesque with lovely views and has lots of restaurants, cafes and bars where you can relax and enjoy them.

We were lucky, the weather was beautiful and we had a lovely day.

Be back soon!

Very picturesque harbour town. Well worth the visit. We went on a beautiful sunny day and found stunning sandy beach.We also went in the shops and everyone seemed very friendly. Would definitly recommend to anyone considering a visit to this beautiful place

Toured the Oban Distillery. Enjoyed the hurricane that came through while we were there!

So charming! One of the best places for sunset ever, and I live on the gulf coast of Florida where we get fantastic sunsets. Oban just has a certain magic to it. Wish we'd spent more time, we only enjoyed an evening, so we hope to return someday.

Second visit this week

Lovely quality food

Lovely place for a visit lots of places to eat and drink also nice variety of shops had an ice cream at the pokey hat it was delicious lol sat and ate it watching the boats and ferry come and go and the sun was shining 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟.

Kid especially enjoyed the boat trip to see the seals

It's just a tremendous, beautiful and amazing place to visit.

The seafood and scenery is to die for and it opens the door to all the islands on the west coast.

Had a lovely time this weekend In Oban & by the harbour. Lots to do & the scenery is breathtaking. We went for a trip to Dunollie Castle first then walked back, Had a couple of drinks opposite the harbour, then went for the best fish supper tea. Following that we went over to Kerrera Island for a drink there. We'll be back.

Great wee place and the weather was good too plenty to see and do so do not miss it when you get the chance visit 👍

First time in Oban and we both loved it , great food recommend the Scrumptious fish& chip bar we will return.

Beautiful place was lucky with the weather lovely sunny day wee glass of wine at harbour weatherspoons

Restaurant as my daughter smokes we were sitting outside for smokers table when a very rude waitress told

A chinese lady she couldn't sit beside her friends as she hadnt bought her lunch from them told her she had to leave

Raising her voice and was actually very rude to the visitor I would have seen the point if the place was busy as there was plenty

Empty tables we weren't the only ones to see her behaviour several other people commented on her behaviour really no need for it

Gives the Scottish people a bad name .Oban is lovely place to vist with plenty of things to see

Beautiful place very clean have been lucky with the weather sat out in the evening with a drink and photographed the sunset

Ideal place to stay for Island hopping local transport cheap and easy to get to

Beautiful harbour, full of life and things to discover. Gateway to amazing cruises to The Treshnish Isles, Isle of Mull, Staffa, Iona....

Lots of fantastic places to eat super fresh locally fished seafood and just the friendliest and loveliest people.

Beautiful and romantic little harbor town that seems like in a painting. Variety of restaurants, different areas to go for little walks (along the harbor, through the town, up to McCaig's tower), boat cruises and more. Would go again and recommend at least a stop there!

A visit the Oban distillery is a must!

...Had a wonderful day out in Oban with my Wife, Winnie and my mother & father-in-law, great weather, amazing scenery, there and on our way up through Glencoe. An Uber-delicious meal served to us @ The Corryvreckan restaurant, very reasonable prices for huge portions. A great time was had by all ���

Very nice place to visit plus we had good sunny weather to enjoy,nice harbour area with a Spoons and plenty of other pubs if you fancy a drop or three, nice selection of restaurants and shops ,could do with sand on the beach areas instead of rocks and pebbles

Have been to Oban 4 times to and from going across to Mull on the ferry. It’s a spectacular village with sensational seafood ...... and friendly people to boot :-)