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Port of Paddington

GBPAT🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Paddington

Paddington is a pier located on the River Thames in central London, United Kingdom. It serves as a point for vessel operations, with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance available.

Background
Paddington is an area in the City of Westminster, in central London, England. A medieval parish then a metropolitan borough of the County of London, it was integrated with Westminster and Greater London in 1965. Paddington station, designed by the engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel opened in 1847. It is also the site of St Mary's Hospital and the former Paddington Green Police Station.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
6ft
Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31470 →
GeoNames ID
12122407 →
Wikidata
Q124230 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBPAT
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River basin
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-KEC
Body of Water
River Thames
Latitude
51.5000°
Longitude
-0.1833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Paddington?+
The approach to Paddington is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 95 Inner Dowsing Lighthouse at 7.2 NM to the E. Other aids include Trinity House Lightship 93 (7.9 NM E), Greater London Lighthouses (13.9 NM E), Dartford Borough Lighthouse (18.6 NM E), Thurrock Yacht Club (19 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 Paddington?+
The Port of Paddington 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 Paddington?+
You can track vessels near Paddington (GBPAT) 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 GBPAT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Paddington?+
The Port of Paddington 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.