Name and Location

St. Agnes Lighthouse is located on the Isles of Scilly, off the coast of Cornwall, England.

Construction and History

The St. Agnes Lighthouse was constructed in 1859 by Trinity House, a charitable organization responsible for maintaining aids to navigation in British waters. The need for a lighthouse arose due to the frequent shipwrecks that occurred off the rocky coastline of the Isles of Scilly. Initially intended as an aid to navigation, the lighthouse has also played a significant role in maritime history, serving as a beacon for ships navigating the treacherous waters surrounding the Isles of Scilly.

Architecture and Materials

The St. Agnes Lighthouse is a 14-meter (46-foot) tall tower constructed from granite and featuring a red-and-white striped pattern to make it easily visible to mariners.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse has been fitted with modern equipment, including a solar-powered light source, ensuring its continued operation as an aid to navigation. As of [current year], the St. Agnes Lighthouse remains in operation, serving as one of the most important maritime aids to navigation in British waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

Although not open to the public for visits, the lighthouse continues to be maintained and monitored remotely to ensure its continued reliability.

Notable Views and Landscape

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Anecdotes and Folklore

No relevant stories or anecdotes are known about this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The St. Agnes Lighthouse is an Unstaffed Aid to Navigation (UAN), meaning it is operated without a resident keeper. In 2019, the lighthouse was listed as a Grade II structure by English Heritage, recognizing its cultural and historical significance.

Further Information

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