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Port Penrhyn

GBPPE🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port Penrhyn

Port Penrhyn is a harbor on the Menai Strait in north Wales. Historically, it served as the primary export point for slate from the Penrhyn Quarry.

Background
Port Penrhyn is a harbour located just east of Bangor in north Wales at the confluence of the River Cegin with the Menai Strait. It was formerly of great importance as the main port for the export of slate from the Penrhyn Quarry, the largest slate quarry in the world at the end of the nineteenth century. The quarry and the port were connected by the Penrhyn Quarry Railway.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11103410 →
Wikidata
Q2104766 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
GB-GWN
Latitude
53.2349°
Longitude
-4.1103°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Penrhyn?+
The approach to Port Penrhyn is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Aberystwyth South Breakwater Lighthouse at 29.3 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Woodside Landing Stage North (40.7 NM ENE), Formby (41.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port Penrhyn?+
The Port Penrhyn 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 Penrhyn?+
You can track vessels near Port Penrhyn (GBPPE) 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 GBPPE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Penrhyn?+
The Port Penrhyn 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.