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Port of Milford-on-Sea

GBMFS🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Milford-on-Sea

Milford-on-Sea is a small harbor on the Hampshire coast of England. It offers good shelter and is accessible to pilots.

Background
Milford on Sea, often hyphenated, is a large coastal village and civil parish in the New Forest district, on the Hampshire coast, England. The parish had a population of 4,660 at the 2011 census and is centred about 3 miles (4.8 km) south of Lymington.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35560 →
GeoNames ID
11102854 →
Wikidata
Q3857874 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.milfordonsea.org.uk →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal tide gate
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-HAM
Latitude
50.7167°
Longitude
-1.5833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Milford-on-Sea?+
The approach to Milford-on-Sea is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Calshot Castle Lighthouse at 9.3 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Southampton City Lightship and Lighthouses (13.1 NM NNE), Trinity House Lightship 1 Haslar Marina (18.3 NM ENE), Chichester District Lightbeacons (30.8 NM E), Pagham Yacht Club (32.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Milford-on-Sea?+
The Port of Milford-on-Sea 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 Milford-on-Sea?+
You can track vessels near Milford-on-Sea (GBMFS) 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 GBMFS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Milford-on-Sea?+
The Port of Milford-on-Sea 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.