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Port of Warrington

GBWRN🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Warrington

Also known as: Canal de Trent et Mersey, Grand Trunk Canal, Trent and Mersey Canal, Trent og Mersey-kanalen, Trent-Mersey-Kanal, Trent-Mersey-kanalen

Warrington is a canal port located on the River Mersey in Cheshire, England. It serves as a transshipment point for goods moving inland from the Mersey estuary.

Background
Warrington is an industrial town in Cheshire, England. The town is the main settlement of the Borough of Warrington and sits on the banks of the River Mersey, with the town centre and its suburbs north of that river historically having been part of Lancashire. It is 16 miles (26 km) east of Liverpool and 16 miles (26 km) west of Manchester.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
40m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2635501 →
Wikidata
Q215733 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.warrington.gov.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBWRN
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Marina

Region

Subdivision
GB-WRT
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Irish Sea
Latitude
53.3756°
Longitude
-2.6597°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Warrington?+
The approach to Warrington is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Woodside Landing Stage North Lighthouse at 12.6 NM to the W. Other aids include Formby (17.5 NM NW), Lytham-St.-Anne's (24.7 NM NNW), Blackpool Tower (29.9 NM NNW), Cockersands High (Plover Scar Range Rear) (37.2 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 Warrington?+
The Port of Warrington 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 Warrington?+
You can track vessels near Warrington (GBWRN) 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 GBWRN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Warrington?+
The Port of Warrington 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.