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Port of Bolt Head

GBLTD🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Bolt Head

Bolt Head is a natural harbor located on the south coast of Devon, England. It serves as a sheltered anchorage and is part of the scenic South West Coast Path.

Background
Bolt Head is a National Trust headland on the South Coast of Devon, England, United Kingdom, situated west of the Kingsbridge Estuary. It is a popular viewpoint on the South West Coast Path between Hope Cove, Bolt Tail, Bolberry Down and Salcombe.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
42m

Region

Latitude
50.2167°
Longitude
-3.7833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBLTD
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
3210387 →
Wikidata
Q4940105 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bolt Head?+
The approach to Bolt Head is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kingswear Daymark Lighthouse at 11.4 NM to the NE. Other aids include Torbay Borough Lighthouses (15.4 NM NE), Queen Anne's Battery Range Rear (16.4 NM WNW), Teignbridge District Lighthouses (22.4 NM NNE), St. Austell Area Lighthouses (26.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Bolt Head?+
The Port of Bolt Head 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 Bolt Head?+
You can track vessels near Bolt Head (GBLTD) 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 GBLTD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Bolt Head?+
The Port of Bolt Head 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.