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There are several castles on the island as its defensive suitability was recognised by different rulers. Including Henry VIII who built a fort at Castletown close to the current cruise port. With more cruise ships coming to Portland and the industry opening up again a passenger cruise guide to Portland, I felt was needed. Your tour is carefully planned to align with the arrival and departure times of your cruise ship. Please ask your friends or family who are getting off the cruise ship, to board the shuttle bus from the quayside. Please read the sections below for updated information on private excursion guidelines, meeting friends & family for day trips and visiting friends & family on board a cruise ship.
Isle of Portland (Weymouth, Dorset England)
With the Lobster Pot Café again another place to take lunch or tea watching the ships and sometimes small boats navigate around ‘The Bill’, as it’s referred to by the local people. The Pulpit Inn is located there and is the counties most southerly pub too. However, the views from its gardens are probably the very best on Portland. It’s elevated position offers great views back to the cruise terminal itself. And more recently offered views of many of the cruise ships that were anchoring due to the Covid lock down.
Every cruise ship coming to Portland Port this year and when
In 2017, Portland UK reported a record-breaking year with handled nearly 36,000 passengers in 24 cruise ship calls. When visiting the Isle of Portland during Dorset cruises, you’ll find that shuttles that go up to Weymouth from port. The 1 bus route from Weymouth goes to the village of Southwell in Portland, which is within walking distance to most of the area’s attractions. Due to the island’s small size, a taxi is also a good way to get around—just make sure to have your taxi driver wait for you if you go into any attractions since it may be hard to find one again once you come out.
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At the northern end of the Isle of Portland, experience World War II history like never before at Castletown D-Day Centre. This museum is a recreation of the historic dockyard where American troops launched a D-Day attack in France against the Nazis in 1944. Military machines, weaponry, and vehicles are all on display, and most of the items in the museum can be touched and climbed on for an interactive experience. Portland Castle dates all the way back to the reign of King Henry XIII, who commissioned the castle to be built to protect the southern shores of England from invasion. Built in the mid-1500s, the castle is an interesting place to walk around and learn how soldiers lived at the fort centuries ago. Award winning blogger and travel writer/photographer, I have travelled the world in one way or another for 30 years.
Portland Port sees record cruise ship visitors - BBC
Portland Port sees record cruise ship visitors.
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Here the only battles are sailors fighting for medals in their various sailing craft around the huge enclosed harbour. Vehicles, full size Spitfire model, guns and artefacts from the period help to tell the story. These 2,000 tonne concrete caissons were built to be part of a floating harbour for the invasion.
Piling works started in October 2022, and the project was completed in April 2023 (fully operational by May 1st). Final quay surface finishing works were scheduled for the period Oct 2023 thru Feb 2024. For the project were used ~380K tonnes of infill material (locally sourced) and ~4800 tons of steel.
In the ever-changing world of publishing and online media it now requires that I have media skills across all areas. My travel images appear in magazines, newspapers and publications all over the world I am now blogging about all aspects of travel. Abbotsbury Swannery the only managed swan colony in the world where some 400 swans come and go from its site located 8 miles west of Weymouth and just behind Chesil Beach. With several villages on the island the main one on the top of is called Easton. Scattered around the lighthouse there are many small wooden beach style huts these are often handed down within families.
Portland and the nearby town of Weymouth sit on the south coast of England in Dorset County near the area's beautiful beaches. From here, visitors can wander on Chesil Beach or venture further afield to explore some of the most interesting sights of the British countryside. Outdoorsy types will enjoy walking along the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to see natural arches, cliffs and fossils spanning 180 million years of geological history. Those fascinated by the life of the English aristocracy may prefer a visit to the fabulous Minterne House and Gardens, home to the Digby and Churchill families for 350 years. Nothe Fort Garrison are a popular and integral part of cruise departures at Portland Port, firing three shots from their canon on departure of every cruise ship. Close to the port, you’ll find boutiques and souvenir shops in Fortuneswell.
This policy is in place to maintain fairness and manage the limited availability of our tours efficiently. In unforeseen circumstances, like your ship not docking, we ensure 50% of your payment is returned to you. This approach aims to mitigate your disappointment, while reasonably covering the preparatory costs of your tour, like hired guides, insurance, equipment and vehicle reservations.
The following timetable provides valuable information and keeps track of the future cruise shiparrivals from all major cruise lines. Inorder to find out more about the cruise ship itineraries such as ports, dates, and arrival/departuretimes just follow the ship’s link. Cruise ships visiting Portland, Dorset dock right alongside the Isle of Portland, about five miles from Weymouth, a Victorian town located just across the causeway connecting the Isle of Portland to the mainland. You won’t find much in terms of other transportation at the port, but in Weymouth, there are taxis, buses, and a train station. On one of our Dorset cruises, you’ll disembark in the Isle of Portland, which is situated on the southern coast of England. The tiny island is the perfect jumping-off point for excursions to Stonehenge, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located just 90 minutes outside of the city.
Last year, an American couple described Weymouth as “pretty neat” and loved its Wetherspoon pub. Jason of EECC Travels loved the “old beautiful architecture” within the town centre, and praised the number of pubs, restaurants and attractions to visit. Currently, Portland Port can accommodate passenger ships with max LOA length 350 m (1148 ft). Isle of Portland is located in the English Channel and on Dorset's southern coast (southern England).
Experience captivating fjords, rich biodiversity, and fascinating maritime heritage on this 11-night cruise aboard Oceania Cruises’ Insignia. Rock climbing, scuba diving, sailing, and kite-surfing are all popular pastimes for the adventurous. It has also served as the host for both Olympic and Paralympic sailing events. For such a tiny island, there are many places where you can get a bite to eat or a pint on the Isle of Portland. You’ll find most of the eateries on the northwest part of the island in the village of Fortuneswell, just before you reach Chesil Beach. Head to one of the fish-and-chips shops to enjoy a traditional British lunch, and wash it down with a pint of bitter.
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