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Port of Old Kilpatrick

GBOKK🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Old Kilpatrick

Also known as: Canal Foirthe agus Cluaidh, Canal Forth y Clyde, Canal de Forth et Clyde, Canàl Foirthe agus Cluaidh, Canál Foirthe agus Cluaidh, Forth - Clyde

Located on the River Clyde in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland, Old Kilpatrick is a port with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance. It is a small, fully sheltered harbor.

Background
Old Kilpatrick, is a village in West Dunbartonshire, Scotland. The name Old Kilpatrick is said to be derived from St. Patrick ostensibly being born here. It has an estimated population of 4,820. It belonged to the parish of Old Kilpatrick which itself was only a few thousand people strong.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
65m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
U
Repair Code
D

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
33460 →
GeoNames ID
2649176 →
Wikidata
Q2064938 →
Wikipedia
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Seamark Type
light_minor

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBOKK
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-WDU
Body of Water
River Clyde
Latitude
55.9167°
Longitude
-4.4500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Old Kilpatrick?+
The approach to Old Kilpatrick is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Dumbuck Lighthouse at 3.2 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Falkirk Lighthouses (26.4 NM ENE), Ayr North Breakwater (27.6 NM SSW), Edinburgh City Lighthouses (35.2 NM E), Upper Firth of Forth (North Queensferry Area) Lighthouses (35.9 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 Old Kilpatrick?+
The Port of Old Kilpatrick 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 Old Kilpatrick?+
You can track vessels near Old Kilpatrick (GBOKK) 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 GBOKK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Old Kilpatrick?+
The Port of Old Kilpatrick 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.