Why this stop matters
BLUE500 view
Kerrera demonstrates the other side of BLUE500: a place that combines practical marine services with a distinctive island experience. The prototype lets us test how destination content, transport, layover and marina information can sit on one page.
At a glance
What a cruiser needs to know
Visitor berthingOfficial material describes visitor pontoons and moorings with all-tide access; current published capacity should be confirmed on site.
LayoverOfficial material explicitly supports stays from overnight to a base for several months, with afloat and ashore options.
FuelMarine diesel is available from the marina fuel berth during office hours.
Water & powerMetered electricity is available; current potable-water arrangements at individual berths should be verified.
Launch / liftBoatyard lift, wash, relaunch, stands/cradles and mast handling are offered; no current public slipway has been confirmed.
Repairs / boatyardEngineering, electrical, GRP, welding, paint and general boatyard services are advertised.
AshoreWaypoint food and drink, island walking, wildlife, beaches and Gylen Castle give the stop a strong destination character.
Transport / accessMarina water taxi connects to Oban North Pier in about ten minutes; rail and bus connections are close to the landing point.
Field verification still required
Current berth capacity and practical visitor procedure; unattended-boat security; water at berth; lift limits; public slipway/trailer position; waste facilities; water-taxi and poor-weather practicalities; overall island visitor experience.
Primary source
Check current official information
BLUE500 organises the route, but operational and navigation-critical information must remain current.
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