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Port of Dungeness

GBDSS🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Dungeness

Dungeness is an anchorage located on the Kent coast of England. It is a natural shelter formed by a shingle headland, protecting Romney Marsh.

Background
Dungeness is a headland on the coast of Kent, England, formed largely of a shingle beach in the form of a cuspate foreland. It shelters a large area of low-lying land, Romney Marsh. Dungeness spans Dungeness Nuclear Power Station, the hamlet of Dungeness, and an ecological site at the same location. It lies within the civil parish of Lydd.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
GB-KEN
Latitude
50.9167°
Longitude
0.9667°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBDSS
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3210385 →
Wikidata
Q911577 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.dungeness.org.uk →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Dungeness?+
The approach to Dungeness is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rye East Arm Lighthouse at 7.4 NM to the W. Other aids include Eastbourne District Lighthouses (14.7 NM WSW), Hastings Range Rear (14.7 NM WSW), Deal Pier (20.5 NM NE), Camiers (Armand, Lornel) (26.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Dungeness?+
The Port of Dungeness 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 Dungeness?+
You can track vessels near Dungeness (GBDSS) 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 GBDSS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Dungeness?+
The Port of Dungeness 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.