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Port of Westbury on Severn

GBWYS🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Westbury on Severn

Also known as: Gloucester and Berkeley Canal, Gloucester and Sharpness Canal, Gloucester and Sharpness Ship Canal

Westbury on Severn is a canal port located in Gloucestershire, England. It serves as a point on the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal, facilitating inland waterway transport.

Background
Westbury-on-Severn is a rural village in England that is the centre of the large, rural parish, also called Westbury-on-Severn.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
2m

Region

Subdivision
GB-GLS
Latitude
51.8167°
Longitude
-2.4167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2648403 →
Wikidata
Q7987190 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Westbury on Severn?+
The approach to Westbury on Severn is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Berkeley Pill Range Front Lighthouse at 7.5 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Berkeley Pill Range Rear (7.6 NM SSW), Fishing House Range Front (8.8 NM SSW), Fishing House Range Rear (8.9 NM SSW), Sheperdine Range Rear (10.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Westbury on Severn?+
The Port of Westbury on Severn 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 Westbury on Severn?+
You can track vessels near Westbury on Severn (GBWYS) 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 GBWYS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Westbury on Severn?+
The Port of Westbury on Severn 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.