Port of Barton

The approach to Barton is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Woodside Landing Stage North Lighthouse at 22.8 NM to the W. Other aids include Formby (24.8 NM W), Lytham-St.-Anne's (27 NM NW), Blackpool Tower (31.8 NM NW), Cockersands High (Plover Scar Range Rear) (35.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Barton 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.

You can track vessels near Barton (GBBNM) 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 GBBNM on the live map.

The Port of Barton operates in the UTC+1 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.