Notice

Rye Harbour: update on sunken vessel

Updated 20 September 2024

Applies to England

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Mariners are advised that the vessel sunk in the Rock Channel off Rock Channel Quay has been secured and is no longer blocking the navigable channel.

This notice cancels the previous notice to mariners.

For further information contact the Harbour Office:

James Bateman - Harbour Master

Mariners are advised that a vessel has broken from its moorings and sunk in the Rock Channel off Rock Channel Quay.

The vessel is a 32ft concrete hull boat. The wreck is unmarked and is currently blocking the navigable channel in its current state.

Mariners are advised to avoid this area until the channel is cleared.

For further information contact the Harbour Office:

James Bateman - Harbour Master