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Port of Upnor

GBUPR🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Upnor

This dockyard on the River Medway in Kent, UK, historically served Royal Navy defenses. It is a small, sheltered harbor that requires pilots and tugs for operations.

Background
Lower Upnor and Upper Upnor are two small villages in Medway, Kent, England. They are in the civil parish of Frindsbury Extra on the western bank of the River Medway. Today both Lower Upnor and Upper Upnor are mainly residential and a centre for small boats moored on the River Medway, but Upnor Castle is a preserved monument of English Heritage, that was built from October 1559 until April 1567 as part of the coastal and riverine defences of the Royal Navy.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
9m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31390 →
GeoNames ID
11821226 →
Wikidata
Q7898393 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBUPR
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
DCKY (Dockyard)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River basin
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-KEN
Latitude
51.4000°
Longitude
0.5167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Upnor?+
The approach to Upnor is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Irish Lightship Albatross Lighthouse at 1.6 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Medway Council Area: River Medway Lightships (1.6 NM ENE), Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson (1.9 NM SW), Trinity House Lightship 21 Seven Stones (4.1 NM NW), Gravesham Borough Lighthouses (7.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Upnor?+
The Port of Upnor 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 Upnor?+
You can track vessels near Upnor (GBUPR) 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 GBUPR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Upnor?+
The Port of Upnor 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.