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Port of Weston-Super-Mare

GBWSM🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Weston-Super-Mare

This pier is located in Weston-super-Mare on the Bristol Channel. It functions as a pleasure pier, extending 366 meters into the water.

Background
The Grand Pier is a pleasure pier in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, situated on the Bristol Channel approximately 18 miles (29 km) southwest of Bristol. It opened in 1904 and has been Listed Grade II since 1983. It is 366 metres (1,201 ft) long.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
GB-NSM
Latitude
51.3500°
Longitude
-2.9667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11103127 →
Wikidata
Q2472573 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Weston-Super-Mare?+
The approach to Weston-Super-Mare is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear Lighthouse at 6.7 NM to the S. Other aids include Hinkley Point (10.2 NM SW), Western Somerset Lighthouses (16.9 NM SW), Britische Leuchttürme auf historischen Postkarten (18.4 NM NE), Lyde Rock (19.9 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Weston-Super-Mare?+
The Port of Weston-Super-Mare 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 Weston-Super-Mare?+
You can track vessels near Weston-Super-Mare (GBWSM) 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 GBWSM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Weston-Super-Mare?+
The Port of Weston-Super-Mare 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.