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Port of Wareham

GBWRH🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Wareham

Also known as: Poole Harbour, Poole Limani, Poole Limanı, Poole hamn, Puerto de Poole, pu er gang

Wareham is a small harbor located on the River Frome in Dorset, United Kingdom. It primarily serves local leisure craft and small commercial vessels. The port's limited facilities cater to recreational boating and light cargo handling.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
GB-DOR
Latitude
50.6833°
Longitude
-2.1167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2640099 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Wareham?+
The approach to Wareham is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Portland Breakwater Fort Head Lighthouse at 12.8 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Portland Breakwater B Head (13.1 NM WSW), Portland Breakwater C Head (13.1 NM WSW), Calshot Castle (29.2 NM ENE), Southampton City Lightship and Lighthouses (30.3 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 Wareham?+
The Port of Wareham 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 Wareham?+
You can track vessels near Wareham (GBWRH) 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 GBWRH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Wareham?+
The Port of Wareham 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.