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Port of Bryher

GBBZR🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Bryher

Bryher is a small harbor on the Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom. It serves as a landing point for local traffic and small vessels. The harbor offers good shelter and requires compulsory pilotage.

Background
Bryher is one of the smallest inhabited islands of the Isles of Scilly, with a population of 84 in 2011, spread across 134 hectares (1.34 km2). The apparently larger population of 177 in 2021 is misleading - the census captures numbers sleeping on the island on a given date, and in 2021 this date fell during the tourist season and numbers therefore included visitors. Bryher exhibits a procession of prominent hills connected by low-lying necks and sandy bars. Landmarks include Hell Bay, famous for shipwrecks in the 18th and 19th centuries, Shipman Head, which was fortified in the Iron Age and where the tumbled ramparts of an Iron Age castle remain, and All Saints' Church, originally constructed in 1742. The island has two quays, Church Quay and Bar Quay.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
5ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35210 →
Wikidata
Q995227 →
Wikipedia
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Seamark Type
beacon_special_purpose

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-CON
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Celtic Sea
Latitude
49.9500°
Longitude
-6.3500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bryher?+
The approach to Bryher is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gwennap Head Range Beacons Lighthouse at 26.5 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Hayle Old Rear (38.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Bryher on?+
The Port of Bryher is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in GB. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Bryher?+
You can track vessels near Bryher (GBBZR) 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 GBBZR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Bryher?+
The Port of Bryher 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.