Name and Location

Ardmore Point Lighthouse is located at MV4C+9H Glengorm, Isle of Mull, Scotland, UK.

Construction and History

The Ardmore Point Lighthouse was constructed in 1862 during the Victorian era. Its architecture style is characterized by a distinctive tower with a square base and a lantern room at its apex.

Architecture and Materials

The structure is made of stone and brick, measuring approximately 17 meters (56 feet) in height, with a focal height of 15 meters (49 feet) above sea level.

Light and Navigation

• The lighthouse features a white light displayed every 10 seconds, with a range of 8 nautical miles.
• The light's sequence is reported as "1+(1)+1+(7)," indicating a period of inactivity followed by flashes of varying duration.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is currently automated, with its light powered by electricity. Visitors can access the site, but details on guided tours, entrance fees, or facilities are not readily available.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Isle of Mull offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the sea.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no specific anecdotes or folklore were available at this time.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is managed by the Argyll and Bute Council, responsible for its upkeep, maintenance, and preservation. The light remains an important reference point for mariners, although its original purpose as an aid to navigation has been preserved.

Further Information

For navigation purposes, this location can be found on nautical charts as A 4107, with a seamark type of "light_minor."