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Port of Warkworth

GBWKO🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Warkworth

Warkworth is a small harbor on the Northumberland coast of England. It serves as a marina and handles leisure craft. The harbor offers some shelter and has compulsory pilotage.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
2ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31830 →
GeoNames ID
2634761 →
Wikidata
Q105841907 →
Official Site
www.amble.co.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBWKO
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
GB-NBL
Latitude
55.3500°
Longitude
-1.6000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Warkworth?+
The approach to Warkworth is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Warkworth South Pier Lighthouse at 1.2 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Blyth Snook Range Front (13.9 NM SSE), Trinity House Lightship 50 H.Y. Tyne III (14.3 NM SSE), North Tyneside Borough (North Shields) Lighthouses (17.6 NM SSE), Old Law (Guile Point) West (19.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Warkworth?+
The Port of Warkworth 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 Warkworth?+
You can track vessels near Warkworth (GBWKO) 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 GBWKO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Warkworth?+
The Port of Warkworth 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.