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Port of Cape Cornwall

GBCCL🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Cape Cornwall

Cape Cornwall is a small harbor located on the headland of the same name in West Cornwall, United Kingdom. Situated near Land's End, it serves as a minor port on England's southwestern coast.

Background
Cape Cornwall is a small headland in West Cornwall, England. It is 4 miles (6.4 km) north of Land's End near the town of St Just. Until the first Ordnance Survey in the early 19th-century, Cape Cornwall was believed to be the most westerly point in Cornwall.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
9m

Region

Subdivision
GB-CON
Latitude
50.1167°
Longitude
-5.7000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBCCL
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11103039 →
Wikidata
Q1034399 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cape Cornwall?+
The approach to Cape Cornwall is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gwennap Head Range Beacons Lighthouse at 4.9 NM to the S. Other aids include Hayle Old Rear (11.1 NM ENE), Falmouth Area Lighthouses (26.4 NM E), Spy House Point (42.4 NM ENE), St. Austell Area Lighthouses (50 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Cape Cornwall?+
The Port of Cape Cornwall 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 Cape Cornwall?+
You can track vessels near Cape Cornwall (GBCCL) 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 GBCCL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Cape Cornwall?+
The Port of Cape Cornwall 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.