08/07/2026
Heading down to the Titanic Quarter or grabbing a coffee by City Quays this week? 🚶♂️☕It’s ! While the Belfast Harbour Police team is out keeping the quayside safe and secure, here are 5 quick tips to know before you head down to enjoy those scenic waterfront views:
📞 Need us? Save our number! For non-emergencies or to report anything unusual, call Belfast Harbour Police directly at 028 9055 3000 or PSNI on 101. For any immediate emergency on land or water, always dial 999.
🛟 Water safety is non-negotiable: No matter how tempting the water looks, never go in for a swim or a pier jump. Belfast Lough has freezing temperatures and hidden currents. If you're on a boat, keep your lifejacket securely fastened. If required in the event of an emergency there are dozens of life rings located throughout the estate!
🚦 Strict 30 mph road limit: Drivers, watch your speed—there is a strict 30 miles per hour limit on all harbour roads. Our Roads Policing Unit actively enforces this so pedestrians and heavy cargo vehicles can safely share the streets.
🏗️ Respect the working port: Belfast Harbour is a stunning place to visit with over 5 million visitors annually, but parts of it are a heavy industrial zone. Stay well clear of restricted operational areas where massive cranes and container machinery are moving.
❤️ Lifesaving tech is nearby: Publicly-accessible defibrillators (AEDs) are mapped across the estate, from the Clarendon Docks to the Maritime Mile. They are all registered on The Circuit network, so a 999 operator can instantly guide you to the closest one in a medical emergency.
Enjoy the views, stay safe on the quays, and if you spot our officers on patrol, give us a wave! 👋