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Port of Llangollen

GBLNL🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Llangollen

Also known as: Llangollen Branch, Llangollen Canal

This port is a section of the Llangollen Canal, a navigable waterway in Wales. It connects Llangollen with Hurleston, serving as a link within the historic Shropshire Union Canals system.

Background
The Llangollen Canal is a navigable canal crossing the border between England and Wales. The waterway links Llangollen in Denbighshire, north Wales, with Hurleston in south Cheshire, via the town of Ellesmere, Shropshire. The name, which was coined in the 1980s, is a modern designation for parts of the historic Ellesmere Canal and the Llangollen navigable feeder, both of which became part of the Shropshire Union Canals in 1846.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
95m

Region

Subdivision
GB-DEN
Latitude
52.9833°
Longitude
-3.1833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBLNL
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2644020 →
Wikidata
Q1545923 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Llangollen?+
The approach to Llangollen is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Woodside Landing Stage North Lighthouse at 25.5 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Formby (33.6 NM N), Lytham-St.-Anne's (45.8 NM N), Aberystwyth South Breakwater (48 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Llangollen?+
The Port of Llangollen 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 Llangollen?+
You can track vessels near Llangollen (GBLNL) 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 GBLNL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Llangollen?+
The Port of Llangollen 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.