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Port of Saint Mawes

GBSMV🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Saint Mawes

Saint Mawes is a port located on the Roseland Peninsula in Cornwall, England, situated on the eastern side of Falmouth Harbour. It is a sheltered harbor that handles general cargo and serves as a base for fishing and tourist vessels.

Background
St Mawes is a village on the end of the Roseland Peninsula, in the eastern side of Falmouth harbour, on the south coast of Cornwall, England. The village, formerly two separate hamlets, lies on the east bank of the Carrick Roads, a large waterway created after the Ice Age from an ancient valley which flooded as the melt waters caused the sea level to rise. The immense natural harbour thus created is claimed to be the third largest in the world. St Mawes was once a busy fishing port, but the trade declined during the 20th century and the village now serves as a popular tourist location, with many properties functioning as holiday accommodation. The village is in the civil parish of St Just in Roseland and lies within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35290 →
GeoNames ID
11886637 →
Wikidata
Q993884 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.stmawes.info →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-CON
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Celtic Sea
Latitude
50.1575°
Longitude
-5.0140°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Saint Mawes?+
The approach to Saint Mawes is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Falmouth Area Lighthouses Lighthouse at 1 NM to the S. Other aids include Hayle Old Rear (16.4 NM W), Spy House Point (17.4 NM NE), St. Austell Area Lighthouses (24.5 NM ENE), Gwennap Head Range Beacons (26.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Saint Mawes?+
The Port of Saint Mawes 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 Saint Mawes?+
You can track vessels near Saint Mawes (GBSMV) 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 GBSMV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Saint Mawes?+
The Port of Saint Mawes 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.