




Ocean Quay Marina
Ocean Quay Marina sits at James' Wharf in the heart of Southampton, offering something you won't find at most marinas — a genuine dry dock and boatyard with serious boat and superyacht restoration capabilities on site. It has the feel of a working maritime hub rather than a polished resort, which makes it a great base if you have a vessel that needs more than a simple overnight stay. The facility is well-connected to Southampton city centre, putting you close to one of the UK's busiest ports and its rich seafaring history.
Based on AIS data
quiet → busy
Marinas and anchorages near Ocean Quay Marina · times are dock to dock
Popular Times
How full it gets, by local hour — tallest when the most boats are here.
- Fullest around 05:00, emptiest around 12:00
- Half the boats arrive by 14:00
- 91% of visits are overnight
- Typical day stop: ~3h · max recorded 28 boats
Plan a Passage
Popular
24 legs boats have actually been recorded sailing.
How busy is it?
typically 12th busiest of 17 nearby spots across the year

















