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Port of Sompting

GBSPT🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Sompting

Sompting is a pier located on the English Channel in West Sussex, United Kingdom. It is a small harbor with good shelter, requiring compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
Sompting is a village and civil parish in the coastal Adur District of West Sussex, England between Lancing and Worthing. It is half grassland slopes and half developed plain at the foot of the South Downs National Park. Twentieth-century estates dovetail into those of slightly larger Lancing.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35630 →
GeoNames ID
11153505 →
Wikidata
Q1783032 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.sompting.org.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBSPT
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-WSX
Body of Water
English Channel
Latitude
50.8167°
Longitude
-0.3500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sompting?+
The approach to Sompting is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Littlehampton Approaches Lighthouse at 6 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Littlehampton East Pier Range Rear (7.3 NM W), Brighton Marina West Breakwater (9.2 NM E), Pagham Yacht Club (15 NM W), Chichester District Lightbeacons (17.4 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 Sompting?+
The Port of Sompting 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 Sompting?+
You can track vessels near Sompting (GBSPT) 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 GBSPT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sompting?+
The Port of Sompting 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.