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Port of Meppershall

GBMHJ🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Meppershall

Meppershall is a canal port located in Bedfordshire, United Kingdom. It serves as a transit point on the canal system, primarily handling leisure craft and narrowboats.

Background
Meppershall is a hilltop village in Bedfordshire near Shefford, Campton, Shillington, Stondon and surrounded by farmland.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
52m

Region

Subdivision
GB-CBF
Latitude
52.0000°
Longitude
-0.3333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6947185 →
Wikidata
Q1522900 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Meppershall?+
The approach to Meppershall is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Trinity House Lightship 95 Inner Dowsing Lighthouse at 32.2 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Trinity House Lightship 93 (32.6 NM SSE), Greater London Lighthouses (36.3 NM SSE), Dartford Borough Lighthouse (40 NM SE), Thurrock Yacht Club (40 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Meppershall?+
The Port of Meppershall 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 Meppershall?+
You can track vessels near Meppershall (GBMHJ) 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 GBMHJ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Meppershall?+
The Port of Meppershall 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.