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Port of Congresbury

GBCGY🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Congresbury

Congresbury is a pier located in North Somerset, United Kingdom. Situated inland, it serves the village of Congresbury.

Background
Congresbury is a village and civil parish on the northwestern slopes of the Mendip Hills in North Somerset, England, which in 2011 had a population of 3,497. It lies on the A370 between Junction 21 of the M5 and Bristol Airport, 13 miles (21 km) south of Bristol city centre, and 7 miles (11 km) east of Weston-super-Mare. The Congresbury Yeo river flows through the village. The parish includes the hamlet of Brinsea.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Subdivision
GB-NSM
Latitude
51.3667°
Longitude
-2.8167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBCGY
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
9199909 →
Wikidata
Q1975999 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Congresbury?+
The approach to Congresbury is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear Lighthouse at 10.2 NM to the SW. Other aids include Britische Leuchttürme auf historischen Postkarten (15 NM NNE), Hinkley Point (15 NM SW), Lyde Rock (16.2 NM NNE), Slime Road Range Rear (16.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Congresbury?+
The Port of Congresbury 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 Congresbury?+
You can track vessels near Congresbury (GBCGY) 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 GBCGY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Congresbury?+
The Port of Congresbury 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.