For visiting boats
Carrickfergus Marina is a 300-berth, fully serviced council marina on the north shore of Belfast Lough below Carrickfergus Castle, run by Mid & East Antrim Borough Council. Visitors pay per metre with discounted second and third nights, and have showers including a family bathroom, a serviced laundry, free pump-out, a boatyard with lift-out and repairs and fuel at the west pier; staff greet arrivals around the clock.
- Guest berths
- Call the marina office on VHF 80 before arrival for a berth; staff on duty around the clock. Fuel at the boatyard at the southern end of the west pier. Free pump-out (grey and black water) and chemical toilet disposal via the office. Public slipway in the inner harbour usable 3 h either side of HW.
- Berths
- 300
- Radio
- VHF channel 80 · emergency VHF 16
- Position
- 54°42.63′ N 5°48.79′ W (54.71050, -5.81309)
- Fuel
- Fuel on site
- Phone
- +44 28 9336 6666
Prices
| Visitor berth, overnight per metre per night incl. VAT; 2nd and 3rd night half price if paid on arrival | £3.90 per m / day |
|---|---|
| Visitor berth, weekly per metre per 7 nights incl. VAT | £22.80 / week |
| Visitor berth, monthly per metre per 30 nights incl. VAT | £46.60 / month |
| Visitor electricity per night | £1 / night |
| Short stay up to 6 hours fixed price per boat | £11.90 / visit |
Price list (PDF) → · checked 19 Oct 2026 – prices may change
Services and facilities
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Frequently asked
Which VHF channel does the marina use?
VHF channel 80. In an emergency use channel 16.
Is there fuel at Carrickfergus Marina?
Yes, there is fuel at the marina.
Who do I call in an emergency at sea here?
Sea rescue: Belfast Coastguard 999. Or call 112. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16.