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Port of Longsight

GBAQW🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Longsight

This harbor is located south of Manchester, England. It is a large, exposed harbor with compulsory pilotage and tug services.

Background
Longsight is an inner city area of Manchester, England, 3 miles (4.8 km) south of the city centre, bounded by Ardwick and West Gorton to the north and east; Levenshulme to the south; and Chorlton-on-Medlock, Victoria Park and Fallowfield to the west. Historically in Lancashire, it had a population of 15,429 at the 2011 census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
37m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34700 →
GeoNames ID
11876680 →
Wikidata
Q2423211 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-MAN
Latitude
53.4667°
Longitude
-2.2000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Longsight?+
The approach to Longsight is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Woodside Landing Stage North Lighthouse at 29.3 NM to the W. Other aids include Formby (31.3 NM W), Lytham-St.-Anne's (32.5 NM WNW), Blackpool Tower (37 NM NW), Cockersands High (Plover Scar Range Rear) (39.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Longsight?+
The Port of Longsight 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 Longsight?+
You can track vessels near Longsight (GBAQW) 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 GBAQW on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Longsight?+
The Port of Longsight 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.