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Port of North Finchley

GBNFC🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of North Finchley

North Finchley is a marina established in 1932, located in the London Borough of Barnet, England. It serves as a small recreational harbor.

Background
North Finchley is a suburb of London in the London Borough of Barnet, situated seven miles (11 km) north-northwest of Charing Cross. North Finchley is centred on Tally Ho Corner, the junction of the roads to East Finchley, Church End, Friern Barnet and Whetstone.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
7m

Region

Subdivision
GB-BNE
Latitude
51.6167°
Longitude
-0.1667°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
9883962 →
Wikidata
Q150209 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBNFC
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1932

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of North Finchley?+
The approach to North Finchley is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 95 Inner Dowsing Lighthouse at 9.3 NM to the SE. Other aids include Trinity House Lightship 93 (9.9 NM SE), Greater London Lighthouses (15.3 NM ESE), Dartford Borough Lighthouse (19.9 NM ESE), Thurrock Yacht Club (20.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of North Finchley?+
The Port of North Finchley 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 North Finchley?+
You can track vessels near North Finchley (GBNFC) 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 GBNFC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of North Finchley?+
The Port of North Finchley 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.