Explore: Humber Estuary
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Description:
This huge estuary on England’s northeast coast, is approximately 6 miles wide just past its entrance at Spurn Point, narrowing to 1.5 miles some 30 miles upriver. This vast expanse of open water, with its fast-flowing currents, shifting sands and shallow waters, can be a dangerous place and should be treated with respect. Yachtsmen are advised to obtain the latest charts, which are available from the Harbour Master’s office.
The old fishing port of Grimsby is on the eastern side of the river about 2nm fron the entrance, while the city of Hull is on the northern shore 20nm up the river.
Position:
53° 32.82’N, 00° 05.27’E (off Spurn Point)
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Related Businesses
Harbour Masters Office – Humber Estuary
Address: Port House, Northern Gateway, Hull, United Kingdom, HU9 5PO
HM Customs & Port Health Authority
Address: United Kingdom,
VHF Channel 12, 14, 16
Any boat carrying animals or birds is obliged by law to report these facts not more than 12 hours and, where... Read More
HM Immigration Office
Address: Unit 4, Anchor Court, Francis Street, Hull, United Kingdom, HU2 8DT
On arrival from abroad, the Q flag must be flown and kept in place until cleared (it must be illuminated at night). Form C.1329 must... Read More
Docking
The Humber Estuary is home to a thriving community of marinas and small boat clubs as well as the important ports of Grimsby and Hull. Consequently, this is a very busy stretch of water.
Always report your presence in the river at night or in poor visibility to VTS Humber of VHF ch 12.
For yachts arriving off Grimsby in inclement weather, local advice is to call the lock keepers by VHF to see if it is possible to enter the lock pit or seek temporary shelter in the Royal Dock Basin. As this is a busy commercial dock, it is essential not to enter the Royal Dock Basin without permission
The deepwater channel to Grimsby is well marked and most yachts should have no trouble following the outer edge of the marked channel. During the day the prominent Victorian Dock Tower is an obvious landmark, which is normally floodlit at night.
Access through the lock is on a free-flow basis on a level for 2 hours before and after high water. Essential to call Lock Keepers on Ch 74 to seek permission to enter the lock. There is a traffic light system displayed on the conspicuous lattice framework on the western side of the lock. 3 greens indicate safe passage through the lock. It is possible to pen into the lock (only with permission) for an additional 2 hours either side of high water. At Spring tides the lock gates may close for a period at high water. When transmitting the lock, it’s helpful to keep the engine at fairly high revs as some turbulence may occur. Once through the lock, the marina entrance is dead ahead. Visitors moorings are on your port side on long pontoon running in front of the clubhouse.
Last updated January 2013
Related Businesses
Associated British Ports
Address: P.O. Box 1, Port House, Northern Gate, Hull, HU9 5PQ
Can supply the latest charts of the Estuary.... Read More
Barrow
The haven at Barrow is situated on the south side of the Humber, accommodates coastal shipping and is rather remote from any shopping facilities, but... Read More
Fish Dock Island Dockmaster
Contact Dockmaster on approach to basin... Read More
Goole Boathouse
Address: The Timber Pond, Dutch Riverside, Goole, DN14 5TB
Goole Boathouse is located in a basin beside the Aire & Calder Canal. The water is kept at a constant level so that boats remain... Read More
Grimsby Marina
Address: Meridian Quay Fish Docks, Grimsby, South Humberside, DN31 3RP
There are 25 visitors berths. Access is gained through Royal Dock and Union Dock at HW +/-3hrs. Diesel fuel, petrol (in cans), fresh water, calor... Read More
Hessle Haven
Located on the north side of the river, Hessle Haven is within an easy walking distance of the village square, which has a large, well-appointed... Read More
Hull Marina
Address: Warehouse 13, Kingston Street, Hull, Yorkshire, United Kingdom, HU1 2DQ
Situated on River Humber not far away from the city center.The marina has 217 berths and features a large boatyard with a 50-tonne hoist, boat trailer,... Read More
Humber Cruising Association.
Address: Grimsby, Humberside, DN31 3LN
Information on berthing. Clubhouse open nightly in the summer season.Shower & toilet block, Relaxed bar and kitchen area, 35 tonne dedicated boat lift, Jet wash,... Read More
Meridian Quay Marina
Address: Humber Cruising Association, Meridian Quay, Auckland Road, Fish Dock, Grimsby, DN31 3SD
Situated in the locked fish dock of Grimsby at the mouth of River Humber. 200 alongside berths plus 30 more for visitors. Accessed 2 hours... Read More
South Ferriby Marina
Address: Red Lane, Barton on Humber, Lincolnshire, DN18 6JH
South Ferriby Sluice lies on the south side of the river, approximately 28 miles from Spurn Point. The small village of South Ferriby is situated... Read More
Stone Creek
Located on the north side of the river, Stone Creek is opposite the Port of Immingham and is 1.75 miles from the village of Stone... Read More
Tetney Haven
Address: Humber Mouth Yacht Club,
There is 1.5m at about HW +/-2hrs. It starts to dry at about half tide, but it is well protected and little risk of bumping... Read More
Yacht Clubs
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Grimsby and Cleethorpes Yacht Club
Address: Lockhill Road, Grimsby, Humberside, DN31 3PG
Grimsby Marina
Address: Meridian Quay Fish Docks, Grimsby, South Humberside, DN31 3RP
There are 25 visitors berths. Access is gained through Royal Dock and Union Dock at HW +/-3hrs. Diesel fuel, petrol (in cans), fresh water, calor... Read More
Humber Yawl Club
Address: Brough Haven, Saltgrounds Road, Brough, East Yorks, HU15 1ED
Tetney Haven
Address: Humber Mouth Yacht Club,
There is 1.5m at about HW +/-2hrs. It starts to dry at about half tide, but it is well protected and little risk of bumping... Read More
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