Fisheries local action group visits investment projects in Arbroath

Members of the North East Fisheries Local Action Group have visited three funded projects in Arbroath.

Arbroath has received European Maritime Fisheries funds in excess of £100,000. Outer harbour pontoons received £54,165, a new cold room at the harbour got £10,314 and a new exhibition, Spotlight On Arbroath’s Fishing Heritage at AngusAlive’s Signal Tower Museum, was given £39,829.

The construction of a large marina at Arbroath harbour has proved to be popular, attracting yachts and other leisure craft to the town.

Until now, the outer basin has been used primarily by commercial vessels, including small fishing boats.

But with the creation of a new pontoon, there is an increase in the number of available berths which, depending on the size of vessels, can accommodate between seven and 16 boats in the outer harbour.

The intention is to attract and support tourist boats and visiting yachts, as well as increasing the provision for inshore fishermen.

The project also enhances public safety at the harbour.

In a project developed by the local Fisherman’s Association and Angus Council, part of the old fish market at the council-owned harbour has been converted into a cold room where landings can be stored.

The permanent fishing and maritime heritage exhibition at the Signal Tower Museum is focused on two existing gatehouses which have been remodelled to create modern, permanent and temporary exhibition spaces. Displays and interpretations tell the fascinating story of Arbroath’s long-standing connection with fishing and the sea.

Members of the North East Fisheries Local Action Group at the Signal Tower Museum.