North East Lincolnshire

North East Lincolnshire is an administrative area stretching along the Humber Estuary, with three main towns: Grimsby, Cleethorpes, and Immingham. The region combines coastal communities with port and industrial zones.

The area became a unitary authority in 1996 when local government reorganized and the former Humberside county was dissolved. This restructuring shaped its current boundaries and administrative structure.

Fishing shaped how people here live and work. You see this heritage reflected in daily life, from the harbor to local gathering places.

The area is accessible by road and rail connections from major cities. Visitors should know that active ports operate throughout the day, so some waterfront areas may have restricted access during working hours.

The Port of Immingham is one of Britain's largest ports by cargo volume and processes diverse goods daily. This working port is what gives the region its distinctive industrial character.

Location: Lincolnshire

Location: Yorkshire and the Humber

Inception: April 1, 1996

Capital city: Grimsby

Part of: Lincolnshire

Website: http://nelincs.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.55000,-0.10000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:09