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Port of Worthing

GBWOT🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Worthing

Worthing is a pier located on the English Channel coast of West Sussex, United Kingdom. It primarily serves as a recreational pier, with no significant cargo handling operations or commercial vessel traffic documented.

Background
Worthing is a seaside town and borough in West Sussex, England, at the foot of the South Downs, 11 miles (18 km) west of Brighton, and 18 miles (29 km) east of Chichester. With a population of 113,094 and an area of 12.5 square miles (32.4 km2), the borough is the second largest component of the Brighton and Hove built-up area, the 15th most populous urban area in the United Kingdom. Northern parts of the borough, including the Worthing Downland Estate, form part of the South Downs National Park. In 2019, the Art Deco Worthing Pier was dubbed the best in Britain.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
GB-WSX
Body of Water
English Channel
Latitude
50.8167°
Longitude
-0.3833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11153505 →
Wikidata
Q671348 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.worthing.gov.uk →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Worthing?+
The approach to Worthing is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Littlehampton Approaches Lighthouse at 5 NM to the SW. Other aids include Littlehampton East Pier Range Rear (6.1 NM W), Brighton Marina West Breakwater (10.5 NM E), Pagham Yacht Club (13.7 NM WSW), Chichester District Lightbeacons (16.3 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 Worthing?+
The Port of Worthing 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 Worthing?+
You can track vessels near Worthing (GBWOT) 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 GBWOT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Worthing?+
The Port of Worthing 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.