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Port of Ilfracombe

GBILF🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Ilfracombe

Ilfracombe is a small harbour on the North Devon coast of England. It primarily serves leisure craft and fishing vessels. The port offers limited facilities for commercial traffic.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Bristol Channel
Latitude
51.2104°
Longitude
-4.1122°

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBILF
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0

Operations & Services

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ilfracombe?+
The approach to Ilfracombe is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Instow Range Front Lighthouse at 9.3 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Torridge District: Mainland Lighthouses (19.3 NM SW), Trinity House Lightship 72 Juno (28.3 NM NNE), Western Somerset Lighthouses (29.5 NM E), Hinkley Point (36.8 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 Ilfracombe?+
The Port of Ilfracombe 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 Ilfracombe?+
You can track vessels near Ilfracombe (GBILF) 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 GBILF on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ilfracombe?+
The Port of Ilfracombe 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.