The Port of Southampton is one of the busiest ports in the UK, handling around 42 million tonnes of cargo and welcoming over 2 million cruise passengers annually. It is the UK's number one vehicle handling port, exporting nearly 900,000 vehicles each year. Operated by Associated British Ports (ABP), it contributes over £2.5 billion to the UK economy and supports 45,600 jobs nationwide.
Nestled along the shores of Southampton Water, a live webcam in Netley offers ship enthusiasts an immersive experience with real-time video and audio. From towering cruise liners and powerful cargo ships to naval vessels cutting through the waves, viewers can watch and listen as maritime traffic moves through one of the UK's busiest shipping lanes.
Ferry
The live webcam captures the Red Funnel ferries operating between Southampton and Cowes, Isle of Wight, one of the busiest ferry routes in the UK, with over 3 million passengers transported annually. The webcam provides real-time video and continuous audio, allowing viewers to watch ferries as they depart and dock, hearing the sounds of engines and waves. With a crossing time of around 25 minutes, this webcam offers an up-close look at the daily rhythm of the ferries.
Cruise
Situated near the center of the city's waterfront, the webcam focuses on Harbour House, a historic building with the busy Port of Southampton in the background, offering continuous sound for an immersive experience. Viewers can watch massive cruise ships, including world-famous liners, as they dock and depart from one of Europe's premier cruise terminals.
Cowes
The webcam offers views of The Solent, showing ships passing in and out of the Port of Southampton, including ferries, cruise ships, container vessels, and more. As ships pass by, the camera zooms in for a closer look at each vessel. With real-time footage, viewers can watch the constant movement of maritime traffic in this busy waterway.
