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Port of Strangford

GBSJL🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Strangford

Strangford is a small tidal harbor located in County Down, Northern Ireland. It serves as a ferry terminal connecting the Ards Peninsula with the mainland. The port primarily handles roll-on/roll-off traffic for cars and passengers.

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Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Subdivision
GB-DOW
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Irish Sea
Latitude
54.3722°
Longitude
-5.5556°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBSJL
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q7231397 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Strangford?+
The approach to Strangford is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Killyleagh Lighthouse at 3.5 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Pladdy Lug (7.8 NM NNW), Cranfield Point (Haulbowline shore station) (27.4 NM SW), Crammag Head (29.6 NM NE), Portpatrick Range Rear (32.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Strangford?+
The Port of Strangford 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 Strangford?+
You can track vessels near Strangford (GBSJL) 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 GBSJL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Strangford?+
The Port of Strangford 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.