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Port of Luxborough

GBLXG🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Luxborough

This harbor is located in Somerset, England, within the Exmoor National Park. It serves as a small port, though specific cargo or vessel types are not detailed.

Background
Luxborough is a small village and civil parish located some 6 miles (9.7 km) south of Dunster, lying amongst the Brendon Hills and the Exmoor National Park in Somerset, England. It is divided into the hamlets of Churchtown, Kingsbridge and Pooltown, which lie within a mile of each other. Luxborough, 'Lolochesberie' in the Domesday Book, means 'stronghold or hill of a man called Lulluc'.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
7m

Region

Subdivision
GB-SOM
Latitude
51.1167°
Longitude
-3.4667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11103121 →
Wikidata
Q1851067 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Luxborough?+
The approach to Luxborough is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Western Somerset Lighthouses Lighthouse at 6.6 NM to the NE. Other aids include Hinkley Point (13.8 NM ENE), Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear (19.1 NM ENE), Instow Range Front (27 NM W), Teignbridge District Lighthouses (34.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Luxborough?+
The Port of Luxborough 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 Luxborough?+
You can track vessels near Luxborough (GBLXG) 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 GBLXG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Luxborough?+
The Port of Luxborough 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.