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Folkestone

United Kingdom

Nautical Conditions

Port Size
Small
Shelter
Good
Anchorage depth
(least, chart datum)
17.0 m
Cargo pier depth
(deepest berth, chart datum)
5.0 m
Mean tidal range
6.0 m
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Bunkers
Available

Source: World Port Index, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) — public domain.

Reference values from the World Port Index (NGA, public domain), 2019 edition. Depths refer to chart datum and do not replace current port information or nautical charts.

Master Data

UN/LOCODE
GB FOL
Coordinates
51.1000, 1.2000
Port Authority
Folkestone Harbour Co Ltd
Address
Folkestone Harbour
Phone
+44 1303 254597

Companies listed for this port

2 companies listed.

Wikipedia

Folkestone Harbour is the main harbour of the town of Folkestone in Kent, England. The harbour was developed during the 19th century, and became prominent after the South Eastern Railway (SER) began running boat trains to France. It was an important embarkation point for soldiers during both World Wars, and continued to be a popular traffic route for holidaymakers and goods traffic. The opening of the Channel Tunnel in 1994, along with a reduction in the local fishing industry, caused the harbour to decline in importance. In the 21st century, it has been redeveloped into a centre for leisure and tourism.

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