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Port of Pwllheli

GBPWL🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Pwllheli

Pwllheli is a harbor located on the Llŷn Peninsula in Gwynedd, north-west Wales. It serves as a local port and marina.

Background
Pwllheli is a market town and community on the Llŷn Peninsula, in Gwynedd, north-west Wales. It had a population of 4,076 in 2011, which declined slightly to 3,947 in 2021; a large proportion (81%) were Welsh speaking. Pwllheli is the place where Plaid Cymru was founded. It is the birthplace of the Welsh poet Sir Albert Evans-Jones.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
47m

Region

Subdivision
GB-GWN
Latitude
52.8833°
Longitude
-4.4167°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2635473 →
Wikidata
Q1025821 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.pwllheli.cymru →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Pwllheli?+
The approach to Pwllheli is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Aberystwyth South Breakwater Lighthouse at 5.5 NM to the SSW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Pwllheli?+
The Port of Pwllheli 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 Pwllheli?+
You can track vessels near Pwllheli (GBPWL) 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 GBPWL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Pwllheli?+
The Port of Pwllheli 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.