Portland

England

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Portland, England

Located along the English Channel, Portland is divided into two areas: north and south. The south end is where extensive stone quarries lie, a resource important to the region. Unique to the city is the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, which hosts world sailing championships.

What you NEED TO KNOW

  • Port Name & Location
    Portland Port
    Ship will DOCK at this port.
  • Time Zone
    BST (British Summer Time)
    UTC/GMT +1 hour
  • Language
    The local language is English.
  • Currency & Shopping
    British Pound (GPB)
    Native crafts, souvenirs and clothing.
    • Famous For
      Portland Castle overlooks the harbor and is one of Henry VIII’s best-preserved coastal fortifications.
    • Fun Fact #1
      Portland is in the heart of England’s dramatic Jurassic Coast, so called because its rock bed dates back 185 million years.
    • Fun Fact: Foodies
      Go traditional with fish and chips or steak and kidney pie, along with a “proper” pint of ale at a local pub.
    • Fun Fact: Landmarks
      Portland Bill Lighthouse has guided sailors for 3-plus centuries. Also, the abandoned Tout Quarry has been turned into a delightful stone sculpture park.

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