Portland Port offers the widest range of opportunities to explore South West England.

Gateway to Britain

Located on the United Kingdom’s south coast and close to the main English Channel shipping lanes, Portland Port offers a gateway to some of Britain’s most stunning, fascinating and unique inland attractions, all of which are ideal for the discerning cruise customer.

Port of Portland

Portland Port, one of the world’s largest man-made harbors, lies in the sweep of Weymouth Bay on an impressive coastline with outstanding panoramic views of the Dorset World Heritage Coast. Portland’s easy access to the main Channel shipping lanes is unrivalled along the south coast of England and, thanks to its location so close to the shipping lanes, Portland Port is well placed for easy access to the Atlantic Alliance ports. Whether a cruise starts from Portland or it just visits Portland to take in the many sights, the port fits comfortably into many potential itineraries.

Picture-postcard Villages

Country lanes and hedgerows link market towns to picture-postcard villages, each with their own church, manor house, thatched cottages, farms and village pub. This provides a rich and exciting range of shore excursions for passengers to enjoy; many to UNESCO World Heritage sites. From ancient, mystical Stonehenge to historic Bath; from the spires of Salisbury Cathedral to the ruins of Corfe Castle; from the numerous stately homes and gardens to the many golf courses; from sailing Olympic waters to diving in them.

Destination Highlights

• Stonehenge
• Bath
• Salisbury
• Jurassic Coast
• Corfe Castle