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Port of Tynemouth

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About Port of Tynemouth

Also known as: Shields Harbour, South Shields Harbor

Tynemouth is a harbor situated at the mouth of the River Tyne on England's North Sea coast. It serves as a port with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance. The harbor is classified as moderate in size and exposed, with a large drydock available.

Background
Tynemouth is a coastal town in the metropolitan borough of North Tyneside, in Tyne and Wear, England. Historically the easternmost town in Northumberland, it is located on the north side of the mouth of the River Tyne, hence its name. It is eight miles east-northeast of Newcastle upon Tyne. The medieval Tynemouth Priory and Castle stand on a headland overlooking both the mouth of the river and the North Sea, with the town centre lying immediately west of the headland.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
15m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Large
Repair Code
A

History

Established
1864

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GBTYM
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River tide gate
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
GB-NTY
Latitude
55.0167°
Longitude
-1.4333°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
31765 →
GeoNames ID
2637986 →
Wikidata
Q1755020 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Tynemouth is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is South Tyneside Borough (South Shields) Lighthouses Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the SSE. Other aids include North Tyneside Borough (North Shields) Lighthouses (3.3 NM N), Trinity House Lightship 50 H.Y. Tyne III (6.5 NM NNW), Tyne Swing Bridge (6.7 NM WSW), Blyth Snook Range Front (6.9 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Tynemouth?

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The Port of Tynemouth 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 Tynemouth?

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You can track vessels near Tynemouth (GBTYM) 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 GBTYM on the live map.

Where is the Port of Tynemouth?

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The Port of Tynemouth is a port in GB. Its UN/LOCODE is GBTYM — 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 GBTYM 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 Tynemouth?

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The Port of Tynemouth 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.