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Port of Freshwater East

GBFWE🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Freshwater East

Freshwater East is a harbor located on the coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales. It serves as a small coastal anchorage.

Background
Freshwater East is a village in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The majority of the village is on a cliff overlooking a bay. It is approximately 7 miles (11 km) from Pembroke by road, and 2 miles (3.2 km) south of Lamphey, and is in the parish and community of Lamphey. Freshwater East is the site of a Green Coast Award Beach.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
9m

Region

Subdivision
GB-PEM
Latitude
51.6500°
Longitude
-4.8667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11103272 →
Wikidata
Q5503119 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Freshwater East?+
The approach to Freshwater East is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Middle Channel Rock Lighthouse at 11.2 NM to the W. Other aids include Trinity House Lightship 72 Juno (38.3 NM E), Torridge District: Mainland Lighthouses (39.8 NM SSE), Instow Range Front (43.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Freshwater East?+
The Port of Freshwater East 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 Freshwater East?+
You can track vessels near Freshwater East (GBFWE) 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 GBFWE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Freshwater East?+
The Port of Freshwater East 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.