Port of Eccles

GBECS🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Eccles

Eccles is a harbor located in Greater Manchester, United Kingdom. It is a tidal harbor with limited shelter. The port requires compulsory pilotage and tug assistance for vessels.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
37m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34700 →
GeoNames ID
11876680 →
Wikidata
Q7230921 →
Official Site
www.portsalford.co.uk →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-SLF
Latitude
53.4833°
Longitude
-2.3333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Eccles?

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The approach to Eccles is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Woodside Landing Stage North Lighthouse at 24.7 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Formby (26.4 NM W), Lytham-St.-Anne's (27.9 NM WNW), Blackpool Tower (32.5 NM NW), Cockersands High (Plover Scar Range Rear) (35.5 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Eccles?

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The Port of Eccles 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 Eccles?

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You can track vessels near Eccles (GBECS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Eccles?

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The Port of Eccles is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBECS — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE GBECS mean?

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The first two characters, GB, are the ISO country code for GB. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Eccles?

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The Port of Eccles 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.