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Port of Barton upon Humber

GBBNH🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Barton upon Humber

Also known as: Ancholme River, New River Ancholme

This port is located on the south bank of the Humber Estuary in North Lincolnshire, England. It is a small harbor with pilotage and tug assistance available.

Background
Barton-upon-Humber or Barton is a town and civil parish in the North Lincolnshire district, in the ceremonial county of Lincolnshire, England. The population at the 2011 census was 11,066. It is situated on the south bank of the Humber Estuary at the southern end of the Humber Bridge. It is 6 miles (10 km) south-west of Kingston upon Hull and 31 miles (50 km) north north-east of the county town of Lincoln. Other nearby towns include Scunthorpe to the south-west and Grimsby to the south-east.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
0ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
4m

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
2641583 →
Wikidata
Q809550 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.bartonuponhumber.org.uk →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBBNH
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
GB-NLN
Latitude
53.6667°
Longitude
-0.4333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Barton upon Humber?+
The approach to Barton upon Humber is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Haile Sand Fort Lighthouse at 18.4 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Britische Leuchttürme auf historischen Postkarten (29.7 NM NNE), Orfordness Low (31.4 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 Barton upon Humber?+
The Port of Barton 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 Barton upon Humber?+
You can track vessels near Barton upon Humber (GBBNH) 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 GBBNH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Barton upon Humber?+
The Port of Barton 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.