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Port of PERRANPORTH

GBPNP🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of PERRANPORTH

This port is located on the north coast of Cornwall, England, facing the Atlantic Ocean. It serves as a small harbor for local vessels.

Background
Perranporth is a seaside resort town on the north coast of Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is 2.1 miles east of the St Agnes Heritage Coastline, and around 7 miles south-west of Newquay. Perranporth and its 2 miles (3 km) long beach face the Atlantic Ocean. It has a population of 3,066, and is the largest settlement in the civil parish of Perranzabuloe. It has an electoral ward in its own name whose population was 4,270 in the 2011 census.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
9m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11821572 →
Wikidata
Q390260 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.perranporthinfo.co.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBPNP
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Celtic Sea
Latitude
50.3469°
Longitude
-5.1552°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of PERRANPORTH?+
The approach to PERRANPORTH is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Falmouth Area Lighthouses Lighthouse at 13.5 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Hayle Old Rear (14.3 NM SW), Spy House Point (19.5 NM E), St. Austell Area Lighthouses (27 NM E), Gwennap Head Range Beacons (27.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of PERRANPORTH?+
The Port of PERRANPORTH 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 PERRANPORTH?+
You can track vessels near PERRANPORTH (GBPNP) 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 GBPNP on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of PERRANPORTH?+
The Port of PERRANPORTH 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.