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Port of Bosham

GBOHM🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Bosham

Also known as: Chichester Harbour

Bosham is a small harbor located in West Sussex, England. It serves as a local port, primarily handling leisure craft and small vessels.

Background
Bosham is a coastal village, ecclesiastical parish and civil parish in the Chichester District of West Sussex, within the historic county of Sussex, England, centred about 2 miles (3.2 km) west of Chichester with its clustered developed part west of this.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
GB-WSX
Latitude
50.8167°
Longitude
-0.8667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2653190 →
Wikidata
Q2143046 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.bosham.org →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Bosham?+
The approach to Bosham is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pagham Yacht Club Lighthouse at 5.7 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Chichester District Lightbeacons (7.5 NM SSE), Trinity House Lightship 1 Haslar Marina (9.6 NM W), Littlehampton East Pier Range Rear (12.3 NM E), Littlehampton Approaches (14.5 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 Bosham?+
The Port of Bosham 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 Bosham?+
You can track vessels near Bosham (GBOHM) 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 GBOHM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Bosham?+
The Port of Bosham 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.