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Port of Landore

GBLAO🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Landore

Landore is a pier located in Swansea, United Kingdom. It is a small, sheltered facility that requires pilotage and tug assistance for vessels.

Background
Landore is a district and community in Swansea, Wales. The district falls in the Landore council ward. A mainly residential area, it is located about 2.5 miles north of Swansea city centre. The north-easterly part of Landore is known as Morfa. There have been a number of new developments in the 21st century, such as the Liberty Stadium, now the Swansea.com Stadium, and the Morfa Shopping Park, which opened in 2005. It had a population of 6,168 as of the 2011 UK census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
6ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34950 →
GeoNames ID
11103260 →
Wikidata
Q6484919 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBLAO
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-SWA
Latitude
51.6333°
Longitude
-3.9167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Landore?+
The approach to Landore is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 72 Juno Lighthouse at 3.1 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Western Somerset Lighthouses (34.8 NM SE), Instow Range Front (35.8 NM SSW), Hinkley Point (38.6 NM SE), Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear (41.7 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 Landore?+
The Port of Landore 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 Landore?+
You can track vessels near Landore (GBLAO) 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 GBLAO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Landore?+
The Port of Landore 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.