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Port of Luxulyan

GBLUX🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Luxulyan

This port is located in Cornwall, United Kingdom. It is a small, sheltered harbor.

Background
Luxulyan, also spelt Luxullian or Luxulian, is a village and civil parish in mid Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. The village lies four miles (6.5 km) northeast of St Austell and six miles (10 km) south of Bodmin. The population of the parish was 1,371 in the 2001 census. This had risen to 1,381 at the 2011 census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35320 →
GeoNames ID
13308414 →
Wikidata
Q1913013 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-CON
Latitude
50.3833°
Longitude
-4.7500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Luxulyan?+
The approach to Luxulyan is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Spy House Point Lighthouse at 5.2 NM to the SE. Other aids include St. Austell Area Lighthouses (11.6 NM E), Falmouth Area Lighthouses (17.8 NM SW), Queen Anne's Battery Range Rear (23.3 NM E), Hayle Old Rear (28.8 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 Luxulyan?+
The Port of Luxulyan 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 Luxulyan?+
You can track vessels near Luxulyan (GBLUX) 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 GBLUX on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Luxulyan?+
The Port of Luxulyan 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.