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Port of Porthoustock

GBPOH🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Porthoustock

This small port on the east coast of Cornwall's Lizard Peninsula handles coastal trading vessels. Ships up to 82 meters can dock at the pier to load quarried aggregates. Fishing boats also operate from the beach.

Background
Porthoustock is a hamlet near St Keverne in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, on the east coast of Lizard Peninsula. Aggregates are quarried nearby and Porthoustock beach is dominated by a large concrete stone silo that was once used to store stone ready to load ships but is now disused. Coastal trading ships of up to 82 metres can dock alongside the pier along the southern edge of the beach to be loaded with stone. Fishing boats operate from the pebble beach, with lobster and crab potting, net fishing and hand lines as the principal fishing methods. The South West Coast Path passes through Porthoustock.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35290 →
GeoNames ID
11886637 →
Wikidata
Q7231793 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-CON
Latitude
50.0500°
Longitude
-5.0667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Porthoustock?+
The approach to Porthoustock is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Falmouth Area Lighthouses Lighthouse at 5.8 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Hayle Old Rear (16.6 NM WNW), Spy House Point (23.2 NM NE), Gwennap Head Range Beacons (23.5 NM W), St. Austell Area Lighthouses (29.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Porthoustock?+
The Port of Porthoustock 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 Porthoustock?+
You can track vessels near Porthoustock (GBPOH) 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 GBPOH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Porthoustock?+
The Port of Porthoustock 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.