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Port of Tameside

GBTAM🇬🇧United Kingdom

Port Location

About Port of Tameside

Also known as: Macclesfield Canal

Tameside is a canal port located in Greater Manchester, England. Established in 1974, it serves as a waterway hub within the region.

Background
Tameside is a metropolitan borough of Greater Manchester, England, named after the River Tame, which flows through it, and includes the towns of Ashton-under-Lyne, Audenshaw, Denton, Droylsden, Dukinfield, Hyde, Mossley and Stalybridge. Tameside is bordered by the metropolitan boroughs of Stockport to the south, Oldham to the north and northeast, Manchester to the west, and to the east by the Borough of High Peak in Derbyshire. As of 2024, the population of Tameside was 239,643, making it the 8th-most populous borough of Greater Manchester.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
101m

Region

Subdivision
GB-TAM
Latitude
53.4833°
Longitude
-2.0833°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2643265 →
Wikidata
Q1423078 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.tameside.gov.uk →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

History

Established
1974

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tameside?+
The approach to Tameside is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Woodside Landing Stage North Lighthouse at 33.5 NM to the W. Other aids include Formby (35.3 NM W), Lytham-St.-Anne's (35.7 NM WNW), Blackpool Tower (39.9 NM WNW), Cockersands High (Plover Scar Range Rear) (41 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Tameside?+
The Port of Tameside 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 Tameside?+
You can track vessels near Tameside (GBTAM) 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 GBTAM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tameside?+
The Port of Tameside 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.