SAINT HELENS ANCH

  • GBTLE
  • Latitude: 50.7121
  • Longitude: -1.03769
  • UK Coast & Atlantic
  • Anchorage in UK

Location: UK

Saint Helens Anchorage, commonly known as Saint Helens Anchorage or SAINT HELENS ANCH, is located near the Isle of Wight in the United Kingdom. This anchorage serves as a safe mooring location for vessels waiting to enter the English Channel or to dock at nearby ports.

Description:

  • Location: Off the northeast coast of the Isle of Wight, UK, near the town of Ryde.
  • Geographical Coordinates: Approximately 50.7058° N latitude and 1.1087° W longitude.
  • Key Features:
    • Sheltered bay providing excellent protection from adverse weather.
    • Clear demarcation for anchorage areas, ensuring the safety of the anchored vessels.
  • Surroundings:
    • Near popular seaside towns and tourist spots.
    • Proximity to shipping lanes in the Solent and the English Channel.

Specifications:

  • Water Depth: Varies from 8 to 20 meters, accommodating a wide range of vessel sizes.
  • Sea Bottom: Composed mostly of sand and mud, offering good holding ground for anchors.
  • Capacity:
    • Can accommodate multiple vessels, depending on their size and draft.
    • Typically used by commercial cargo ships, ferries, and sometimes leisure crafts.
  • Navigation:
    • Well-charted and marked on all major nautical maps.
    • Navigational aids such as buoys and lights to guide vessels safely in and out of the anchorage area.
  • Services:
    • Limited on-site services as it is primarily an anchorage rather than a full-service port.
    • Proximity to nearby ports on the Isle of Wight and mainland for additional maritime services.
  • Regulations:
    • Governed by UK maritime laws and the local harbor authority regulations.
    • Ships are required to follow specific anchorage protocols and guidelines to ensure safety and environmental protection.

Additional Information:

  • Weather Conditions:
    • Generally moderate, but can be subject to rapid changes typical of the English Channel.
    • Mariners should consult up-to-date weather forecasts and advisories.
  • Access and Transport:
    • Easily accessible by sea from the English Channel and the Solent.
    • No direct road or rail access, but nearby towns on the Isle of Wight provide necessary facilities.
  • Environmental Considerations:
    • Efforts are made to minimize environmental impact, especially considering the nearby protected marine areas.

Saint Helens Anchorage provides a strategic and safe mooring location for vessels, playing an important role in the maritime activities around the Isle of Wight and the broader English Channel region.

Vessels in the port

Flag Name Type Destination Date/Time
MAINGAS Tanker GBFAW 12:56:25
LORD LUPO Tanker GBFAW 12:24:15
VERSUTIUS Tanker FAWLEY 12:23:48
ULTRAMARINE Passenger VLISSINGEN 4/22/2025
BRITANNIA BEAVER Dredging PORTSMOUTH 4/21/2025
LADY BERTA Tanker GBFAW 4/21/2025
MONA SWAN Tanker NL RTM>GB FAW 4/21/2025
ECO NICAL Tanker MA AGA 4/21/2025
CAROLINE A Tanker GBSOU 4/18/2025
SD NAVIGATOR Towing/Tug PORTSMOUTH 4/17/2025
WHITE ROSE PH279 Fishing 4/16/2025
CGAS MAUD Tanker GBFAW ANCH. 4/15/2025
BIRGIT G Cargo GBSOU 4/15/2025
GAS XANADU Tanker GB FAW 4/15/2025
OPTIMUS Tanker GBPME 4/15/2025
COTE D'ALBATRE Passenger DIEPPE 4/13/2025
WHITCHAMPION Tanker GBTLE 4/13/2025
CITY OF LONDON Dredging NAB DA351 4/10/2025
DUTCH EMERALD Tanker FAWLEY 4/7/2025
NEPTUNUS Tanker GBFAW 4/7/2025

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