Port of Shoreham-by-Sea

GBESH🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Shoreham-by-Sea

Shoreham Port is a small, sheltered harbor on the English Channel coast of West Sussex, UK. It handles general cargo and is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
Shoreham-by-Sea is a coastal town and port in the Adur district, in the county of West Sussex, England. In 2011 it had a population of 20,547.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35630 →
GeoNames ID
6696222 →
Wikidata
Q770599 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.adur.gov.uk →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-WSX
Body of Water
English Channel
Latitude
50.8333°
Longitude
-0.2667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Shoreham-by-Sea?

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The approach to Shoreham-by-Sea is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Brighton Marina West Breakwater Lighthouse at 6.3 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Littlehampton Approaches (9.3 NM WSW), Littlehampton East Pier Range Rear (10.6 NM W), Pagham Yacht Club (18.3 NM WSW), Sovereign Harbour Marina (Langney Point, Eastbourne) (20.2 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 Shoreham-by-Sea?

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The Port of Shoreham-by-Sea 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 Shoreham-by-Sea?

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You can track vessels near Shoreham-by-Sea (GBESH) 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 Shoreham-by-Sea?

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The Port of Shoreham-by-Sea is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBESH — 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 GBESH 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 Shoreham-by-Sea?

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The Port of Shoreham-by-Sea 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.