Managing Organization: Trinity House
Website: http://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/
Notes: This lighthouse has never had a resident keeper; it was maintained by an attendant. Attractions in Bamburgh include historic Bamburgh Castle and a museum devoted to Grace Darling, the heroic daughter of the keeper of Longstone Light. Tower Height: 29 Height of Focal Plane: 39 Characteristic and Range: White, red or green light depending on direction; occulting twice every 8 seconds. Description of Tower: Square building with lantern on roof.
This light is operational
Earlier Towers? 1910: Iron skeletal tower. In 1975, the light was moved to the roof of a service building. Date Established: 1910 Date Present Tower Built: 1975 Current Use: Active aid to navigation. Open To Public? Grounds only.
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