Port of South Ronaldsay

GBSRY🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of South Ronaldsay

Also known as: St Margarets Hope Ferry Port, St Margarets Hope Harbour

This port is located on the island of South Ronaldsay in the Orkney Islands, Scotland. It serves as a harbor within the archipelago.

Background
South Ronaldsay is one of the Orkney Islands off the north coast of Scotland. It is linked to the Orkney Mainland by the Churchill Barriers, running via Burray, Glimps Holm and Lamb Holm.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
7ft
Elevation
7m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
32470 →
GeoNames ID
9848066 →
Wikidata
Q584681 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-ORK
Latitude
58.7333°
Longitude
-2.9667°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of South Ronaldsay?

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The approach to South Ronaldsay is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Wick North Pier Lighthouse at 18 NM to the SSW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of South Ronaldsay on?

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The Port of South Ronaldsay is situated on the North Sea in GB. The area falls within the subarctic climate zone with cold winters and potential ice conditions, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of South Ronaldsay?

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You can track vessels near South Ronaldsay (GBSRY) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of South Ronaldsay?

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The Port of South Ronaldsay is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBSRY — 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 GBSRY 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 South Ronaldsay?

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The Port of South Ronaldsay 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.