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Port of Bootle

GBBOE🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Bootle

Bootle is a dock facility located in Merseyside, England. It is equipped with tugs and a medium-sized drydock. Pilotage is compulsory for vessels calling at this port.

Background
Bootle is a town in the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton, Merseyside, England, which had a population of 51,394 in 2011; the wider Parliamentary constituency had a population of 98,449. It is part of the Liverpool City Region.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
6ft
Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34690 →
GeoNames ID
12172867 →
Wikidata
Q893159 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBBOE
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
DCK (Dock)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-SFT
Latitude
53.4667°
Longitude
-3.0167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bootle?+
The approach to Bootle is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Woodside Landing Stage North Lighthouse at 4.3 NM to the S. Other aids include Formby (4.7 NM NNW), Lytham-St.-Anne's (16.3 NM N), Blackpool Tower (21 NM N), Cockersands High (Plover Scar Range Rear) (31.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Bootle?+
The Port of Bootle 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 Bootle?+
You can track vessels near Bootle (GBBOE) 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 GBBOE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Bootle?+
The Port of Bootle 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.