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Port of Seaford

GBSFR🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Seaford

Seaford is a small harbor on the south coast of England. It is primarily used by leisure craft and small fishing vessels.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
6ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35650 →
GeoNames ID
13100071 →
Wikidata
Q7231216 →
Official Site
www.newhavenportauthority.co.uk →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-ESX
Latitude
50.7667°
Longitude
0.1000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Seaford?

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The approach to Seaford is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sovereign Harbour Marina (Langney Point, Eastbourne) Lighthouse at 5.7 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Brighton Marina West Breakwater (8.2 NM WNW), Eastbourne District Lighthouses (19.4 NM ENE), Hastings Range Rear (19.4 NM ENE), Littlehampton Approaches (22.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Seaford?

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The Port of Seaford 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 Seaford?

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You can track vessels near Seaford (GBSFR) 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 GBSFR on the live map.

Where is the Port of Seaford?

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The Port of Seaford is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBSFR — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE GBSFR mean?

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The first two characters, GB, are the ISO country code for GB. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Seaford?

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The Port of Seaford 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.