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Preparations well underway for refit of Torpoint ferry![]()
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Preparations for the planned refit of the Torpoint ferry TAMAR II are now well underway, with the ferry currently due to be taken out of service on Monday, 22 April in preparation for being towed to Falmouth. Weather permitting, the ferry will be towed to A&P Falmouth’s dry dock facilities on Friday, 26 April.![]()
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TAMAR II is one of three chain ferries operated by Tamar Crossings which provide a vital 24-hour ferry service in all weathers for up to 8,000 vehicles and around 1,500 pedestrians each day, 365 days a year.![]()
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Achieving this requires a significant planned maintenance programme. Whilst the majority of maintenance is carried out while the vessels are afloat or during off-peak periods when an individual vessel is not in scheduled service. Major maintenance activities and equipment upgrades have to be carried out during refits in dry dock conditions.![]()
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“The ferries can only be towed in relatively calm sea states and wind conditions “explained David List, General Manager for Tamar Crossings. “This means that adverse weather can, and has in the past, significantly impacted on the actual dates of the towing operations in both directions.”![]()
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“We are obviously hopeful that the tow will be able to go ahead on schedule. If, however, the date has to be changed at short notice we will provide information through our website, social media and other means. We will also be publishing regular updates on the progress of the refit on our website.![]()
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Each of the three ferries undergoes a dry docking and refit every five years. The refit of PLYM II took place in 2023, with LYNHER due to be refitted in 2025.![]()
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The refit duration is approximately 6 weeks and this means that the Tamar ferry should be returning to service in June.![]()
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The refits also allow the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) and Lloyds Register the opportunity to carry out their five-yearly dry-dock inspections which are aimed at ensuring that the ferries are in compliance, a good material condition, and that they are safe to operate.
Ferry 2058 - The 2100 ferry service from Torpoint has departed early carrying an emergency blue light vehicle. The next scheduled ferry service will be at 2115.
Ferry 1611 – We have now returned to our scheduled three ferry service. There is no wait either side of the river.
Ferry 1442 - The 1445 ferry service from Devonport has departed early carrying an emergency blue light vehicle. The next scheduled ferry service will be at 1500.
Ferry 20:00 - Given the flooding seen at Devonport tonight, with bigger tides and winds forecast between 6am and 8am tomorrow morning, more flooding is very likely to reduce service delivery at those times. Please plan journeys accordingly.
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Plymouth from Bridge Tower
This webcam shows the view towards Plymouth (eastwards) from the Bridge tower.
Saltash from Bridge Tower
This webcam shows the view towards Saltash (westwards) from the Bridge tower.
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A38 West from Saltash Tunnel
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A38 East from Tamar Bridge Toll Plaza (Plymouth)
This webcam shows the view towards Plymouth (St Budeaux) from the Tamar Bridge Toll Plaza, A38 East
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Torpoint Waiting Area
This webcam shows the traffic at Torpoint waiting to board the ferry eastbound. Approximately four and a half lanes of waiting traffic will get on the next available ferry.
Devonport Waiting Area
This webcam shows the traffic at Devonport waiting to board the ferry westbound. Approximately three and a half lanes of waiting traffic will get on the next available ferry.
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Harvey Street Up
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Harvey Street Down
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Tamar Bridge Tolls
The toll for the Tamar Bridge is payable one way, on the trip from Saltash (Cornwall) to Plymouth (Devon).
We accept Card Payments on the Bridge.
Vehicle Type
Toll Payable
(Single vehicle)
Toll Payable
(with trailer)
MotorcyclesFree Free MGW under 3.5 tonnes(2 axles)£2.60 Cash/Card £1.30 TamarTag 5.20 Cash/Card £2.60 TamarTag MGW over 3.5 tonnes(2 axles)£6.30 Cash/Card £3.15 TamarTag £12.60 Cash/Card £6.30 TamarTag MGW over 3.5 tonnes(3 axles)£10.40 Cash/Card £5.20 TamarTag £20.80 Cash/Card £10.40 TamarTag MGW over 3.5 tonnes(4+ axles)£14.30 Cash/Card £7.15 TamarTag £28.60 Cash/Card £14.30 TamarTag Quad bikes, trikes and motorcycles with sidecar charged as car.
If you are unsure of the classification of your vehicle please contact the Bridge Office 01752 361577.
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Tamar Ferry Tolls
The toll aboard the Torpoint Ferry is payable one way, on the trip from Torpoint (Cornwall) to Plymouth (Devon) except for motorcycles which are tolled from Plymouth (Devon) to Torpoint (Cornwall). There is no charge for pedestrians or pedal cyclists.
Vehicle Type
Toll Payable
(Single vehicle)
Toll Payable
(with trailer)
Motorcycles50p Cash TamarTag £1.00 Cash TamarTag MGW under 3.5 tonnes(2 axles)£2.60 Cash £1.30 TamarTag £5.20 Cash £2.60 TamarTag MGW over 3.5 tonnes(2 axles)£6.30 Cash £3.15 TamarTag £12.60 Cash £6.30 TamarTag Quad bikes, trikes and motorcycles with sidecar charged as car.
If you are unsure of the classification of your vehicle please contact the Ferry Office 01752 812233.