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Port of Ventnor

GBVEN🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Ventnor

Ventnor is a small port located on the Isle of Wight in the United Kingdom. It primarily serves local fishing vessels and pleasure craft.

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Classification

Type
Port

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Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Region

Subdivision
GB-IOW
Latitude
50.6000°
Longitude
-1.2000°
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ventnor?+
The approach to Ventnor is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 1 Haslar Marina Lighthouse at 12 NM to the NNE with a nominal range of 2 NM. Other aids include Calshot Castle (12.8 NM NNW), Chichester District Lightbeacons (17.4 NM ENE), Southampton City Lightship and Lighthouses (19.3 NM NNW), Pagham Yacht Club (20.3 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Ventnor?+
The Port of Ventnor 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 Ventnor?+
You can track vessels near Ventnor (GBVEN) 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 GBVEN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ventnor?+
The Port of Ventnor 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.