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Port of Barrow-upon-Humber

GBBHR🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Barrow-upon-Humber

Barrow-upon-Humber is a dock facility located in North Lincolnshire, England. It serves as a port for various vessel types, with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance available.

Background
Barrow upon Humber is a village and civil parish in North Lincolnshire, England. The population at the 2021 census was about 3,000.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
0ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31668 →
GeoNames ID
12095378 →
Wikidata
Q1787722 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.barrowuponhumberpc.org.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBBHR
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
DCK (Dock)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
GB-NLN
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
53.6997°
Longitude
-0.3937°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Barrow-upon-Humber?+
The approach to Barrow-upon-Humber is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Haile Sand Fort Lighthouse at 18.2 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Britische Leuchttürme auf historischen Postkarten (27.3 NM NNE), Orfordness Low (33.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Barrow-upon-Humber?+
The Port of Barrow-upon-Humber is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Barrow-upon-Humber?+
You can track vessels near Barrow-upon-Humber (GBBHR) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for GBBHR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Barrow-upon-Humber?+
The Port of Barrow-upon-Humber operates in the UTC+0 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.