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Port of Polruan

GBPLR🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Polruan

Polruan is a small, sheltered harbor on the River Fowey in Cornwall, England. It serves as a haven for small vessels and offers pilotage and tug services.

Background
Polruan is a coastal village in the parish of Lanteglos-by-Fowey in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is bounded on three sides by water: to the north by Pont Creek, to the west by the River Fowey and to the south by the English Channel and neighbouring village Bodinnick to the north, connected by a 4-mile walk along the hill tops. Polruan is very steep and well protected from the prevailing winds and Polruan Pool is a haven for small boats.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
6ft
Elevation
32m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35340 →
GeoNames ID
2649124 →
Wikidata
Q752484 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.polruan.org.uk →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Latitude
50.3167°
Longitude
-4.6167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Polruan?+
The approach to Polruan is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Spy House Point Lighthouse at 1.3 NM to the WNW. Other aids include St. Austell Area Lighthouses (6.6 NM ENE), Queen Anne's Battery Range Rear (18.4 NM E), Falmouth Area Lighthouses (18.6 NM SW), Hayle Old Rear (32.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Polruan?+
The Port of Polruan 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 Polruan?+
You can track vessels near Polruan (GBPLR) 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 GBPLR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Polruan?+
The Port of Polruan 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.