Port of Silloth (GB SIL)
United Kingdom
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| Port information | |
|---|---|
| UN/LOCODE | GB SIL |
| Coordinates | 54.8667, -3.4000 (54°52′N 3°24′W) |
| Region | GB-CMA |
| Nearest city | Silloth |
| Body of water | Irish Sea; North Atlantic Ocean |
| First port of entry | Yes |
| Harbor | |
|---|---|
| Harbor size | Small |
| Harbor type | Coastal, tide gates |
| Shelter | Good |
| Tidal range | 4 m |
| Channel depth | 4.9 m |
| Anchorage depth | 6.4 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 4.9 m |
| Services | |
|---|---|
| Pilotage compulsory | Yes |
| Pilotage available | Yes |
| Tug assistance | No |
| Repairs | Limited |
| Marine railway (slipway) | Small |
| Medical facilities | Yes |
| Nearest airport | Yes |
| Rail connection | Yes |
| Entrance restricted by ice | No |
| Entrance restricted by tide | Yes |
| Overhead limits | Yes |
Facilities
Wharves
Anchorage
Mediterranean mooring
Cranes
Mobile crane
Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Fuel oil
Fresh water
Diesel fuel
Silloth operates as a working harbor in United Kingdom, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Small harbor laid out as Coastal, tide gates sets the scale of operations at Silloth. Draft at the approach to Silloth is constrained by a 4.9 m channel depth.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is the port of Silloth located?
- Silloth is a seaport in United Kingdom.
- What is the UN/LOCODE of Silloth?
- The UN/LOCODE for Silloth is GB SIL.
- What is the channel depth at Silloth?
- The channel depth at Silloth is 4.9 m.
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