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A new small boat harbour near the new Riverside Museum will help regenerate the area by increasing the number of boats using the Clyde.
Lead Partner: Kelvin Harbour Ltd, a subsidiary of The Clyde Maritime Trust Ltd
Other Partners: Glasgow City Council
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Location:
Greater Govan & Glasgow Harbour, Glasgow Harbour
Description:
Kelvin Harbour is located to the west of the Riverside Museum at the mouth of the River Kelvin where it meets the Clyde. The harbour facilities include a slipway and berthing pontoons. The harbour is being used by the new Govan Ferry, by the Clyde Maritime Trust (for the berthing of its workboats and its collection of small historic boats), the Strathclyde Fire and rescue Service, the Sea Cadets, and the Seaforce Power Boat training centre. The ferry service started in June 2011 and runs regularly across the river.
The slipway will be available for public use for the launching and recovery of small boats. Visiting vessels of moderate size (up to 36 feet) may also be berthed for short visits and will be able to take on water; overnight berthing is not available, and there are no refuelling facilities. Arrangements should be made in advance by phoning the Ship Manager at The Tall Ship: 0141 357 3699.
Current status:
Completed in May 2011 and opened to the public from June 2011.
Timescale:
Opened June 2011
Cost:
£2m