Heysham Port is a major maritime gateway on the Lancashire coast of northwest England. The port handles roll-on roll-off freight and passenger traffic and provides important connections across the Irish Sea. Its location near Morecambe Bay makes it an important transport point for Lancashire and the wider northwest of England.
Heysham Port: Historical sights and information
Facts about Heysham Port
- Latitude:
- 54.033333
- Longitude:
- -2.916667
- GPS Coordinates:
- 54°02' N, 02°55' W
The transport importance of the port
Heysham Port has direct road connections to the A683 and the wider Lancashire road network. Heysham Port railway station is located adjacent to the port and provides a direct rail connection towards Morecambe and Lancaster. The combination of road, rail and maritime services makes the port an important multimodal transport point.
Travel and connections
The port provides ferry and freight connections with destinations including the Isle of Man, Ireland and Northern Ireland. Heysham is also close to Morecambe, Lancaster and the wider Lancashire coast. Visitors travelling through the port can combine their journey with visits to Morecambe Bay, Lancaster Castle and the surrounding countryside.
Locations & Tours
Discover famous landmarks, historical sites and tourist attractions in Heysham Port.