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Port of Avonmouth

GBAVO🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Avonmouth

Avonmouth Docks is a major port on the River Avon estuary in the United Kingdom. It handles bulk cargo and accommodates large vessels. The port features extensive industrial facilities and is a key hub for regional trade.

Background
Avonmouth is a port and outer suburb of Bristol, England, on the north bank of the mouth of the River Avon and the eastern shore of the Severn Estuary. Part of the Port of Bristol, Avonmouth Docks is important to the region's maritime economy, hosting large vessels for the unloading and exporting of heavier goods. Much of the land use is industrial, including warehousing, light industry, electrical power and sanitation. The M5 motorway bisects the neighbourhood, with junctions onto the A4 road and M49 motorway, and it has stations on the Severn Beach Line railway.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
9ft
Elevation
9m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Large
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35060 →
GeoNames ID
11886747 →
Wikidata
Q1792885 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.avonmouthcca.org.uk →
Seamark Type
gate

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-BST
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Bristol Channel
Latitude
51.5044°
Longitude
-2.7078°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Avonmouth?

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The approach to Avonmouth is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Britische Leuchttürme auf historischen Postkarten Lighthouse at 6 NM to the N. Other aids include Lyde Rock (7 NM NNE), Slime Road Range Rear (7.3 NM NNE), Inward Rocks Range Front (9.5 NM NNE), Inward Rocks Range Rear (9.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Avonmouth?

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The Port of Avonmouth 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 Avonmouth?

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You can track vessels near Avonmouth (GBAVO) 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 GBAVO on the live map.

Where is the Port of Avonmouth?

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The Port of Avonmouth is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBAVO — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE GBAVO mean?

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The first two characters, GB, are the ISO country code for GB. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Avonmouth?

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The Port of Avonmouth 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.