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Stump Lighthouse

33 Ward Parade, Bluff 9814, New Zealand

Name and Location

The Stump Lighthouse is located in the picturesque town of Bluff, Southland Region, New Zealand, at 33 Ward Parade, Bluff 9814, New Zealand.

2. Construction and History

The Stump Lighthouse was built in 1879 during the colonial era of New Zealand's history. It stands proudly at an impressive height of unknown, with a focal height of unknown.

3. Architecture and Materials

The Stump Lighthouse features a distinctive architectural style, constructed using local limestone.

4. Light and Navigation

Although it is no longer operational as a traditional aid to navigation, the beacon continues to serve as an important marker for mariners. The light characteristic of the beacon is unknown.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the Stump Lighthouse through various modes of transportation, including unknown. The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of unknown.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse was originally operated manually, but it is now automated.

9. Further Information

For further reading on the history and significance of the Stump Lighthouse, please refer to unknown.

Details

NameStump Lighthouse
CityBluff
CountryNew Zealand
Coordinates-46.6120593, 168.359975
Year of construction1879
Eventsshipwrecks; rescues
Construction material"local limestone"
Heritage statustrue
Access descriptionby car, boat
Accessibletrue
Landscape typecoastal
View descriptionbreathtaking views of the surrounding landscape or environment
Guided toursfalse
Facilitiestoilets, cafe, gift shop
Automatedtrue