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Port of Cockwood

GBCQQ🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Cockwood

This marina is situated on the River Exe in Devon, England. It is a tidal harbor accessible via a bridge under the railway line.

Background
Cockwood is a small village on the west side of the Exe Estuary in Dawlish civil parish, Teignbridge district, in the county of Devon, England. Lying between the villages of Dawlish Warren and Starcross, it is separated from the estuary by the main railway line between Exeter and Torquay, and is set around a small tidal harbour which boats must reach via a bridge under the railway line.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
0ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35415 →
GeoNames ID
11102878 →
Wikidata
Q5139716 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBCQQ
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Body of Water
River Exe
Latitude
50.6000°
Longitude
-3.4333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Cockwood?+
The approach to Cockwood is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Teignbridge District Lighthouses Lighthouse at 4.2 NM to the SW. Other aids include Torbay Borough Lighthouses (12.1 NM SSW), Kingswear Daymark (16 NM SSW), Queen Anne's Battery Range Rear (30.5 NM WSW), Western Somerset Lighthouses (35.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Cockwood?+
The Port of Cockwood 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 Cockwood?+
You can track vessels near Cockwood (GBCQQ) 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 GBCQQ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Cockwood?+
The Port of Cockwood 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.