Port of Hunslet/Leeds

GBHLU🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Hunslet/Leeds

Also known as: Canal Leeds-Liverpool, Kanal Leeds dan Liverpool, Kanal Leeds-Liverpool, Kanał Leeds-Liverpool, Leeds and Liverpool Canal, Leeds and Liverpool-kanalen

This inland port is situated on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal in Leeds, United Kingdom. It serves as a transshipment point for goods moving along the canal network.

Background
The Leeds and Liverpool Canal is a canal in Northern England, linking the cities of Leeds and Liverpool.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
58m

Region

Subdivision
GB-LDS
Latitude
53.7833°
Longitude
-1.5333°

Nearby Vessels

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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2644687 →
Wikidata
Q2424148 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hunslet/Leeds?

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The approach to Hunslet/Leeds is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cockersands High (Plover Scar Range Rear) Lighthouse at 48.8 NM to the WNW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Hunslet/Leeds?

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The Port of Hunslet/Leeds 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 Hunslet/Leeds?

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You can track vessels near Hunslet/Leeds (GBHLU) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Hunslet/Leeds?

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The Port of Hunslet/Leeds is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBHLU — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE GBHLU mean?

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The first two characters, GB, are the ISO country code for GB. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hunslet/Leeds?

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The Port of Hunslet/Leeds 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.