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Port of Great Wakering

GBGWG🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Great Wakering

Great Wakering is a sheltered anchorage in Essex, England. It serves as a port with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
Great Wakering is a village and civil parish in the Rochford District of Essex, England. It is approximately 4 miles (6 km) east of Southend-on-Sea, its post town. Great Wakering consists mainly of two roads: the High Street, which runs from the junction of Star Lane, and New Road, which begins outside St Nicholas' Parish Church and runs down to the bridges for Foulness Island. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 6,037, and the Great Wakering built up area as defined by the Office for National Statistics had a population of 6,775.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31370 →
GeoNames ID
11610870 →
Wikidata
Q2451497 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBGWG
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-ESS
Latitude
51.5500°
Longitude
0.8000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Great Wakering?+
The approach to Great Wakering is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Marconi Sailing Club Lighthouse at 10.1 NM to the N. Other aids include Heybridge (11.5 NM NNW), Irish Lightship Albatross (12.4 NM SW), Medway Council Area: River Medway Lightships (12.4 NM SW), Trinity House Lightship 15 Trinity (12.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Great Wakering?+
The Port of Great Wakering 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 Great Wakering?+
You can track vessels near Great Wakering (GBGWG) 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 GBGWG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Great Wakering?+
The Port of Great Wakering 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.