Arrival by Sea
Call 'Largs Yacht Haven' on VHF Channel 80 for a berth and berthing assistance.
Facilities Afloat
All pontoons have water, 16 or 32 amp electricity and Wi-Fi at every berth; for visitors, electricity is charged after day four. Petrol, diesel, Calor and Campingaz gas and ice are available 24 hours a day.
Washrooms and laundry are open 24 hours, and showers are free. Recycling, oil disposal and a sewage pump-out are on site. Round-the-clock security and CCTV cover the marina.
Marine Services
The boatyard runs 75-ton and 70-ton travel hoists all year from a deep-water hoist dock, with a 24-hour emergency call-out service and a crane for mast-stepping and engine lifts. Engineers, sailmakers, riggers, surveyors, brokers and a chandlery, open seven days a week, are on site.
Ashore
The town of Largs is north of the marina along the shore, with shops, restaurants and a Morrisons supermarket.
Scotts Bar & Restaurant and the Courtyard Bistro & Bar are at the marina, with a small convenience store at the Courtyard Bistro. Largs railway station is 2 miles away, with an hourly service to Glasgow taking 50 minutes. Glasgow Airport is 35 minutes away by road, and the A737 links to the M8.
Nearby Cruising
Great Cumbrae is directly opposite the marina, Bute is to the north-west and Arran to the south-west. The Kyles of Bute and Loch Fyne are within a day's sail.
Skipper's Notes
Marina VHF: Channel 80, 'Largs Yacht Haven'. Telephone: 01475 675333. Email: [email protected].
Before You Arrive
- Confirm the berth, vessel dimensions and arrival instructions directly with the marina or harbour office.
- Check depths, tidal access and any entry or clearance formalities before arrival.
- Use current charts, pilot books, forecasts and local notices, and follow harbour-master directions.
- Treat every map and position in this Guide as general orientation, never navigation.
- Recheck fuel, lifting and seasonal service availability before departure.
Contact and booking
Berths, prices, depths and arrival procedures change. Confirm them directly with the marina before you sail.
Frequently asked questions
What VHF channel does Largs Yacht Haven use?
Marina VHF: Channel 80, 'Largs Yacht Haven'.
What is the phone number for Largs Yacht Haven?
Telephone: 01475 675333.
How do I email Largs Yacht Haven?
Email: [email protected].
What are the office hours at Largs Yacht Haven?
Reception: 24 hours, all year.
Is fuel available at Largs Yacht Haven?
Fuel: Petrol and diesel, 24 hours.
What is the nearest airport to Largs Yacht Haven?
Nearest Airport: Glasgow Airport, 35 minutes.