The harbour has two slipways that are open for vessels.

There are a number of smaller slipways in the harbour that are currently closed.

Baltic Wharf, near the Cottage Inn

Address: Underfall Yard, Cumberland Road, Bristol, BS1 6XG

Cottage slipway 1000 x 350

Opening hours

  • April to September, Monday to Sunday: 7.30am to 10pm
  • October to March, Monday to Sunday: 8am to 7.30pm

You can't use the slipway during some special events, so check with us to see if the slipway is open.

Cost

There's no charge for annual licensed vessels using the slipway.

Other information

Maximum vessel length: 6 metres
Water depth at the outer end: 1.2 metres

In case of emergency, the slipway may be locked without warning. If this happens, call us on 0117 903 1484.

Bristol Marina slipway

bristol marina slipway with boats to one side and houses in the background

Bristol Marina slipway is privately owned. It's on the south side of the harbour, near the SS Great Britain.