Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners

A not-for-profit organisation, safely managing and maintaining
Whitehaven Harbour and its environs, for the benefit of everyone

Why is the harbour water orange?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Come and join our team!

A new role is up for grabs with the Operations & Facilities Management team at Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners

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New Tourism Business award for The Edge

The Edge has won yet another award!

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The Edge wins regional planning award

The Edge has won the Judges' Award for Excellence in Planning for a Successful Economy at the RTPI North West Awards for Planning Excellence 2026!

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Temporary sea lock closure for maintenance work

Temporary closure announced for necessary maintenance of Whitehaven Sea Lock

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New venue for 2026 Harbour Sessions programme

Harbour Sessions free live music series back for 2026 - with a new location!

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Whitehaven Harbour to welcome tall ship Nao Santa Maria in summer

Exciting visit by tall ship confirmed for summer 2026

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Sea Lock gates operational again

Whitehaven Sea Lock gates operational again

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Temporary designation for fish landings

North Pier temporarily designated for fish landings during routine maintenance of Whitehaven Sea Lock

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Routine maintenance to sea lock

Whitehaven's sea lock will be closed for two days in March 2026 to allow routine maintenance to be carried out

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Calling all community champions! Check out our unique role

We're seeking a new Community Activity Co-ordinator to help us make waves at 'The Edge'

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Reduced navigable depth in entrance channel

Local Notice to Mariners: Reduced navigable depth in harbour entrance channel

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The Edge is now open

The Edge opens to the public and begins a new chapter for Whitehaven Harbour

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