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Port of BARRIER GARDENS PIER

GBCHN🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of BARRIER GARDENS PIER

Also known as: Albert Dock

Barrier Gardens Pier is located on the River Thames in London, near the Thames Barrier. Owned and managed by the Port of London Authority, it serves as a pier facility.

Background
Barrier Gardens Pier is a pier on the River Thames near the Thames Barrier. It is owned and managed by the Port of London Authority (PLA) which took over the pier and adjoining Unity House from the Environment Agency and Sargent Brothers in 2009.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
9613569 →
Wikidata
Q4863587 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.portoflondon.co.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBCHN
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
DCKY (Dockyard)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Body of Water
River Thames
Latitude
51.4948°
Longitude
0.0426°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of BARRIER GARDENS PIER?+
The approach to BARRIER GARDENS PIER is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 93 Lighthouse at 0.9 NM to the NW. Other aids include Trinity House Lightship 95 Inner Dowsing (1.5 NM WNW), Greater London Lighthouses (5.5 NM E), Dartford Borough Lighthouse (10.1 NM E), Thurrock Yacht Club (10.6 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of BARRIER GARDENS PIER?+
The Port of BARRIER GARDENS PIER 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 BARRIER GARDENS PIER?+
You can track vessels near BARRIER GARDENS PIER (GBCHN) 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 GBCHN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of BARRIER GARDENS PIER?+
The Port of BARRIER GARDENS PIER 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.