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Port of Gosport

GBGOS🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Gosport

This marina is located on the western side of Portsmouth Harbour in Hampshire, England. It serves as a hub for leisure craft and is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Background
Gosport is a town and non-metropolitan district with borough status in Hampshire, England. At the 2021 Census, the town had a population of 70,131 and the district had a population of 81,952. Gosport is situated on a peninsula on the western side of Portsmouth Harbour, opposite the city of Portsmouth, to which it is linked by the Gosport Ferry.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35600 →
GeoNames ID
13512350 →
Wikidata
Q936263 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.gosport.gov.uk →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-HAM
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
English Channel
Latitude
50.8013°
Longitude
-1.1272°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Gosport?+
The approach to Gosport is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 1 Haslar Marina Lighthouse at 0.7 NM to the SE with a nominal range of 2 NM. Other aids include Calshot Castle (9.1 NM W), Southampton City Lightship and Lighthouses (11.6 NM WNW), Chichester District Lightbeacons (14.6 NM ESE), Pagham Yacht Club (15 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 Gosport?+
The Port of Gosport 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 Gosport?+
You can track vessels near Gosport (GBGOS) 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 GBGOS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Gosport?+
The Port of Gosport 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.