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Port of Briton Ferry

GBBFY🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Briton Ferry

Briton Ferry is a sheltered harbor in Neath Port Talbot, Wales, established in 1837. It handles general cargo and is equipped with compulsory pilotage and tug services.

Background
Briton Ferry is a town and community in the county borough of Neath Port Talbot, Wales. The Welsh name may indicate that the church, llan, is protected from the wind, awel. Alternatively, Sawel may be a derivative of Saul, St Paul's earlier name, who, supposedly, once landed at Briton Ferry. An alternative Welsh name unused today is Rhyd y Brython, a direct translation of Briton Ferry. The Normans referred to the River crossing as La Brittonne and

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
6ft

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1837

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBBFY
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-NTL
Latitude
51.6333°
Longitude
-3.8167°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34970 →
Wikidata
Q1858117 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Briton Ferry?+
The approach to Briton Ferry is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 72 Juno Lighthouse at 1.3 NM to the NW. Other aids include Western Somerset Lighthouses (32.6 NM SE), Hinkley Point (35.8 NM SE), Instow Range Front (37 NM SSW), Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear (38.7 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Briton Ferry?+
The Port of Briton Ferry 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 Briton Ferry?+
You can track vessels near Briton Ferry (GBBFY) 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 GBBFY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Briton Ferry?+
The Port of Briton Ferry 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.