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Port of Gulval

GBGVL🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Gulval

Gulval is a small, sheltered harbor located in Cornwall, United Kingdom. It serves as a local port with tug assistance available.

Background
Gulval is a village in the civil parish of Penzance, in Cornwall, England. Although historically a parish in its own right, Gulval was incorporated into the parishes of Ludgvan, Madron and Penzance in 1934, and is now considered to be a suburb of Penzance. Gulval still maintains its status as an ecclesiastical parish and parts of the village church date back to the 12th-century. Together with Heamoor, Gulval still retains its status as an electoral ward. The ward population at the 2011 census was 4,185.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
5ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35250 →
GeoNames ID
6621642 →
Wikidata
Q5617932 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-CON
Latitude
50.1333°
Longitude
-5.5167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Gulval?+
The approach to Gulval is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hayle Old Rear Lighthouse at 4.6 NM to the NE. Other aids include Gwennap Head Range Beacons (8.4 NM SW), Falmouth Area Lighthouses (19.3 NM E), Spy House Point (35.4 NM ENE), St. Austell Area Lighthouses (42.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Gulval?+
The Port of Gulval 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 Gulval?+
You can track vessels near Gulval (GBGVL) 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 GBGVL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Gulval?+
The Port of Gulval 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.