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Port of Heysham

GBHYM🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Heysham

Also known as: Heysham Ferry Port

Heysham Port is a key ferry terminal on the northwest coast of England, handling primarily roll-on/roll-off freight. It operates passenger services to the Isle of Man and freight routes to Ireland. The port is connected by rail to Lancaster.

Background
Heysham Port is situated by the village of Heysham, Lancashire, England. The harbour ships mainly roll-on/roll-off freight, with one passenger service run by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Company, which operates a twice daily sailing to Isle of Man. There are three freight routes run by CLdN RoRo and Stena Line which all sail to Ireland daily. Heysham Port railway station links it to Lancaster via Morecambe. Adjacent to the dock site is Heysham nuclear power station.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
9ft
Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
34640 →
GeoNames ID
9253621 →
Wikidata
Q5749787 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-LAN
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Sub-area
Irish Sea
Latitude
54.0329°
Longitude
-2.9185°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Heysham?+
The approach to Heysham is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Heysham South Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Cockersands High (Plover Scar Range Rear) (3.5 NM SSE), Weston Point (11.7 NM NNW), Blackpool Tower (13.9 NM SSW), Lytham-St.-Anne's (17.9 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 Heysham?+
The Port of Heysham 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 Heysham?+
You can track vessels near Heysham (GBHYM) 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 GBHYM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Heysham?+
The Port of Heysham 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.