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Port of Beesands

GBBSX🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Beesands

Beesands is a small port on the coast of Start Bay, South Devon, England. It serves as a base for local crab and lobster fishing operations. The port offers pilotage and tug services.

Background
Beesands is a small settlement located midway between Hallsands and Torcross on the coast of Start Bay in South Devon, England. It is best known as a tourist destination. However, it is still a fishing village that concentrates mainly on crab and lobster fishing through Britannia Fisheries. There is an Anglican chapel dedicated to St Andrew in the village. Behind the beach, north of the settlement, is a freshwater lake known as Widdecombe Ley, smaller but similar in ecology to Slapton Ley about a 3⁄4 mile (1.2 km) to the north.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
S
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35390 →
GeoNames ID
13308413 →
Wikidata
Q4880115 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBBSX
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-DEV
Latitude
50.3333°
Longitude
-3.5667°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Beesands?+
The approach to Beesands is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kingswear Daymark Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the N. Other aids include Torbay Borough Lighthouses (4.8 NM NNE), Teignbridge District Lighthouses (12.8 NM NNE), Queen Anne's Battery Range Rear (22.1 NM W), St. Austell Area Lighthouses (33.9 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 Beesands?+
The Port of Beesands 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 Beesands?+
You can track vessels near Beesands (GBBSX) 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 GBBSX on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Beesands?+
The Port of Beesands 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.