The present harbour has served our Fishing Industry and mariners very well for over 140 years, but if we are to continue to meet this need we must grow. This growth is driven by the changing needs of our users, changes in technology, and changes to our climate and environment. But our growth has the potential to be transformational, not just for Newlyn Harbour, but for the whole of West Cornwall and beyond.
Our vision is for a phased development of reclamation, new and upgraded infrastructure and facilities across our existing estate, and our land at Sandy Cove.
Phase 1 — A reclamation of 4 ha of land at Sandy Cove to provide the desperately needed space for industrial units and lay-down areas for our stakeholders. It will also include remediation to the South Pier and a central fuel storage area and improved vehicle access.
Phase 2 — Widening of the North Pier, reclamation inside of the Harbour and modification of our existing shoreside infrastructure.
Phase 3 — A large breakwater to protect the Harbour and Newlyn, along with further reclamation of 2.4 ha of land at Sandy Cove, and modern Vessel Maintenance facilities.
Phase 4 — A final reclamation of land to provide an additional 7.2ha of usable land for the maritime industry.
This is not going to happen overnight. But work has already started, with a technical feasibility study completed in 2023, a “light touch” economic study completed in 2024, and work to develop further design elements already underway.
We are also delivering a new “Marine Skills and Resource Centre” in the heart of Newlyn to provide local facilities to train a new generation of fishermen and shoreside trades and workers
We are making use of available grant funding where possible, using the Fisheries and Seafood Scheme (FaSS), the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, and the Penzance Town Deal in addition to our own resources to turn this vision into a reality
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This project is part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Cornwall Council has been chosen by Government as a Lead Authority for the fund and is responsible for monitoring the progress of projects funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. For more information, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity/fund-prospectus
The Marine Skills and Resource centre is part funded by the UK Government’s Town Deal programme in partnership with Penzance Town Deal Board and Cornwall Council. For more information visit https://penzancetownfund.co.uk
