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Port of Fishbourne

GBFBU🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Fishbourne

Also known as: Fishbourne Ferry Port, Fishbourne Harbour

Fishbourne is a small, sheltered harbor on the Isle of Wight, UK. It serves as a port for local traffic and handles yachts and small vessels. Pilotage is compulsory.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
14m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35550 →
GeoNames ID
9796399 →
Wikidata
Q24677735 →
Seamark Type
buoy_lateral

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBFBU
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-IOW
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
English Channel
Latitude
50.7348°
Longitude
-1.2135°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Fishbourne?+
The approach to Fishbourne is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 1 Haslar Marina Lighthouse at 5.1 NM to the NE with a nominal range of 2 NM. Other aids include Calshot Castle (6.5 NM WNW), Southampton City Lightship and Lighthouses (11.9 NM NW), Chichester District Lightbeacons (16.8 NM E), Pagham Yacht Club (18.2 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 Fishbourne?+
The Port of Fishbourne 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 Fishbourne?+
You can track vessels near Fishbourne (GBFBU) 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 GBFBU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Fishbourne?+
The Port of Fishbourne 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.