Bass Point National Coastwatch Institution

Bass Point National Coastwatch Institution The National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) is a voluntary organisation keeping a watch on the coast

The National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) is an entirely voluntary organisation keeping a visual watch along UK shores - part of UK Search & Rescue.

2 vessels at anchor off the station, both reefers. We have undersea cables at Bass Point and watch keepers are tasked to...
11/06/2026

2 vessels at anchor off the station, both reefers. We have undersea cables at Bass Point and watch keepers are tasked to ensure that anchored ships are a set distance away from these cables.

10/06/2026

A Chough feeding in front of the station this afternoon on B watch.

06/06/2026

Not many vessels out today, but we're still here to nake sure everyone is safe.

This afternoon's view from the balcony at NCI Bass Point.
06/06/2026

This afternoon's view from the balcony at NCI Bass Point.

06/06/2026

This is an appeal to other NCI stations - do you have a branded NCI gazebo for outdoor events? If so, where did you obtain it please. Thank you.

Could you become our next watch keeper?
03/06/2026

Could you become our next watch keeper?

Did you know that you can access real time weather conditions at Bass Point from our website? Useful for coastal path wa...
03/06/2026

Did you know that you can access real time weather conditions at Bass Point from our website? Useful for coastal path walkers as well as marine traffic.

Our view from the balcony today, slightly more bearable heat wise today!
27/05/2026

Our view from the balcony today, slightly more bearable heat wise today!

Address

Green Lane
Helston
TR127AP

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

01326290212

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