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Port of Little Haven

GBLHV🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Little Haven

This port is located on the Milford Haven Waterway in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is a small, sheltered harbor.

Background
Little Haven is a village at the south-east corner of St Bride's Bay, Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Together with Broad Haven to the north, Little Haven forms The Havens community for which the 2001 census recorded a population of 1,328.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
2009

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBLHV
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-PEM
Body of Water
Milford Haven Waterway
Latitude
51.7667°
Longitude
-5.1000°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34880 →
GeoNames ID
13526654 →
Wikidata
Q16894201 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.southhooklng.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Little Haven?+
The approach to Little Haven is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Middle Channel Rock Lighthouse at 6.2 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Trinity House Lightship 72 Juno (47.5 NM E), Torridge District: Mainland Lighthouses (49.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Little Haven?+
The Port of Little Haven 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 Little Haven?+
You can track vessels near Little Haven (GBLHV) 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 GBLHV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Little Haven?+
The Port of Little Haven 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.