Port of Hythe

GBHTH🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Port of Hythe

Hythe is a small harbor on the coast of Kent, United Kingdom. It primarily serves as a marina with facilities for leisure craft.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
0ft
Tidal Range
6ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
35700 →
GeoNames ID
11102852 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBHTH
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
MAR (Marina)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
GB-KEN
Latitude
51.0667°
Longitude
1.0833°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hythe?

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The approach to Hythe is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Deal Pier Lighthouse at 11.9 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Rye East Arm (14.3 NM SW), Herne Bay (19 NM N), Eastbourne District Lighthouses (22.5 NM WSW), Hastings Range Rear (22.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Hythe?

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The Port of Hythe 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 Hythe?

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You can track vessels near Hythe (GBHTH) 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 Hythe?

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The Port of Hythe is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBHTH — 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 GBHTH 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 Hythe?

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The Port of Hythe 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.