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Port of Rock Ferry

GBRFR🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Rock Ferry

Also known as: Birkenhead Ferry Port

Rock Ferry is a port located on the Wirral Peninsula in England. It is equipped with compulsory pilotage and tug services. The port's harbor type is rated as large and exposed.

Background
Rock Ferry is an area of Birkenhead on the Wirral Peninsula, England. Administratively it is a ward of the Metropolitan Borough of Wirral. Before local government reorganisation on 1 April 1974, it was part of the county of Cheshire. At the 2011 Census, the population was 14,298.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
6ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34690 →
GeoNames ID
9253618 →
Wikidata
Q9311387 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-WRL
Latitude
53.3667°
Longitude
-3.0000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Rock Ferry?+
The approach to Rock Ferry is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Woodside Landing Stage North Lighthouse at 1.8 NM to the N. Other aids include Formby (10.6 NM NNW), Lytham-St.-Anne's (22.2 NM N), Blackpool Tower (27 NM N), Cockersands High (Plover Scar Range Rear) (37.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Rock Ferry?+
The Port of Rock Ferry 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 Rock Ferry?+
You can track vessels near Rock Ferry (GBRFR) 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 GBRFR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Rock Ferry?+
The Port of Rock Ferry 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.