English Harbour

Name: English Harbour
Address: TR

English Harbour (Ingiliz Limani) is a natural anchorage in Gokova Gulf, Turkey, offering all-round shelter and sand holding in 7-8 meters.

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Overnight Stay

Navigation & Hazards

Draft

7 m

Protection

All-round shelter

Seabed

Sand with good holding

Depths along eastern side shoal abruptly toward shore

Mooring with anchor and landline to trees officially forbidden in Turkey

Coordinates

36.9224° N, 28.1567° E

Other Details

Dinghy Landing No specific landing point mentioned; use stern line ashore

Full Description & Details

English Harbour, also known as Canak Koyu, is a natural anchorage on the western side of Degirmen Buku, a large bay in the Gokova Gulf near Marmaris, Turkey. The inlet extends northward before curving westward, with pine-covered slopes surrounding it.

The name dates to the end of World War II, when British warships used the bay as a concealed base, hidden from German aircraft. It lies west of Hirsiz Koyu and is part of the Degirmen Buku anchorage complex.

How to get there

Approach English Harbour from the Gokova Gulf, entering Degirmen Buku between Sazan Burnu and Ince Burun, south of Zeytinli Ada. The anchorage lies west of Hirsiz Koyu; the inlet extends northward then curves westward.

Depths in the anchorage range from 7 to 8 meters, but the eastern side shoals abruptly toward the shore, so keep to the deeper water when entering. There is no specific VHF channel or formalities reported for this anchorage; it is a natural bay, so no port authority contact is needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the depth and holding like at English Harbour?

English Harbour has depths of 7 to 8 meters with a sand seabed that provides good holding. Anchor in 7-8 meters and take a stern line ashore.

Is anchoring allowed at English Harbour?

Anchoring is allowed, but mooring with an anchor and landline to trees is officially forbidden in Turkey. Use a stern line ashore instead.

What protection does English Harbour offer from wind?

English Harbour provides all-round shelter, according to Coast Guide TR. The starboard shores give protection from all directions.

Are there any hazards to navigation at English Harbour?

Depths along the eastern side of English Harbour shoal abruptly toward the shore, so keep to the deeper water when anchoring or approaching.

Can I stay overnight at English Harbour?

Yes, overnight anchoring is permitted at English Harbour. The anchorage is suitable for a night stop, with good holding and all-round shelter.

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