Antigua & Barbuda — English & Falmouth Harbour

Anchorages in English & Falmouth Harbour

The historic heart of Caribbean sailing — Nelson's Dockyard UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Pillars of Hercules entrance, Shirley Heights Sunday BBQ, and the most famous anchorage in the eastern Caribbean.

Entry Rules & Sailing Week — Read Before Anchoring

Port Health FIRST: The Port Health officer must board and clear your vessel before any crew goes ashore. After Port Health: Customs, Immigration, Port Authority. Do not leave the vessel until all four offices are cleared. Nelson's Dockyard (UNESCO): Anchoring inside the inner harbour is not permitted — marina berths only; National Park rules apply throughout; no coral contact. Antigua Sailing Week (late April/early May): Book marina berths 6+ months ahead. Falmouth mooring buoys: hail “Sea Pony” on VHF 68.

Verified Anchorages — English & Falmouth Harbour

8 anchorages

Set Your Anchor Alarm Before Shirley Heights BBQ

English Harbour gets crowded — especially during Sailing Week. Safety Anchor Alarm monitors your GPS position continuously so you can enjoy the Sunday BBQ without worrying about your boat.

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