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Port of Brighton

GBBSH🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Brighton

This artificial marina is located in Brighton on the English Channel coast. It serves as a harbor for leisure craft and features retail and commercial activities.

Background
Brighton Marina is an artificial marina in Brighton, England. It features a working harbour and residential housing alongside a variety of leisure, retail and commercial activities. The construction of the marina itself took place between 1971 and 1979, although developments within it have continued ever since. The marina covers an area of approximately 127 acres (0.51 km2).

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Subdivision
GB-ESX
Body of Water
English Channel
Latitude
50.8122°
Longitude
-0.1023°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBBSH
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
10241936 →
Wikidata
Q4095760 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.brightonmarina.co.uk →
Seamark Type
harbour
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Brighton?+
The approach to Brighton is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brighton Marina West Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the SW. Other aids include Sovereign Harbour Marina (Langney Point, Eastbourne) (13.9 NM ESE), Littlehampton Approaches (15 NM W), Littlehampton East Pier Range Rear (16.7 NM W), Pagham Yacht Club (24.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Brighton?+
The Port of Brighton 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 Brighton?+
You can track vessels near Brighton (GBBSH) 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 GBBSH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Brighton?+
The Port of Brighton 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.