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Port of Blyth

GBBLY🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Blyth

Established in 1788, Blyth is a harbor on the coast of Northumberland, England. It handles a variety of bulk cargo and is equipped with tugs.

Background
Blyth is an industrial port town as well as a civil parish in southeast Northumberland, England. It lies on the coast, to the south of the River Blyth. It has a population of 39,731 as of the 2021 census, up 6% from the 2011 census and population of 37,347.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
B

History

Established
1788
Operator (Wikidata ID)
Blyth Harbour Commission

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBBLY
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-NBL
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
North Sea
Latitude
55.1301°
Longitude
-1.5055°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31820 →
GeoNames ID
11153220 →
Wikidata
Q886899 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
portofblyth.co.uk →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Blyth?+
The approach to Blyth is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Blyth Snook Range Front Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Trinity House Lightship 50 H.Y. Tyne III (0.8 NM SSE), North Tyneside Borough (North Shields) Lighthouses (4.1 NM SSE), South Tyneside Borough (South Shields) Lighthouses (7.8 NM SSE), Tyne Swing Bridge (10.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Blyth?+
The Port of Blyth 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 Blyth?+
You can track vessels near Blyth (GBBLY) 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 GBBLY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Blyth?+
The Port of Blyth 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.