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Port of Amble

GBAMB🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Amble

Amble is a harbor on the North Sea coast of Northumberland, England, situated at the mouth of the River Coquet. It serves as a small fishing port and marina.

Background
Amble is a town on the North Sea coast of Northumberland, England, at the mouth of the River Coquet; Coquet Island is visible from its beaches and harbour. In 2021, the parish of Amble by the Sea had a population of 5,860.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31830 →
GeoNames ID
2634761 →
Wikidata
Q1940839 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.ambleweb.com →
Seamark Type
light_minor

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBAMB
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-NBL
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
55.3372°
Longitude
-1.5819°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Amble?+
The approach to Amble is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Warkworth South Pier Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Blyth Snook Range Front (13 NM SSE), Trinity House Lightship 50 H.Y. Tyne III (13.4 NM SSE), North Tyneside Borough (North Shields) Lighthouses (16.7 NM SSE), South Tyneside Borough (South Shields) Lighthouses (20.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Amble?+
The Port of Amble is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Amble?+
You can track vessels near Amble (GBAMB) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for GBAMB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Amble?+
The Port of Amble operates in the UTC+0 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.