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Blythswood Beacon

VHRX+86 Renfrew, UK

Name and Location

The Blythswood Beacon is a historic lighthouse located at "VHRX+86 Renfrew, UK" in Renfrewshire, Scotland.

Construction and History

The exact year of construction of the Blythswood Beacon remains unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century. Its historical significance is unclear, but it likely served as a vital aid to mariners and ships navigating the waters around Renfrew.

Architecture and Materials

The architectural style of the Blythswood Beacon is characterized by its simple yet functional design. The lighthouse stands at an approximate height of 10 meters, with a focal height of 8 meters.

Light and Navigation

The light characteristic of the Blythswood Beacon is marked as "Fl (2) green", indicating a flashing green light every 1.7 seconds, with a range of 8 nautical miles.

Accessibility and Visiting

As of today, the current use of the Blythswood Beacon is unknown. While its original purpose as a lighthouse has been fulfilled, it may still be accessible for public visitation or educational purposes. Unfortunately, specific information regarding visitor access, opening hours, and guided tours is unavailable at this time.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Blythswood Beacon is situated in the heart of Renfrewshire, Scotland, an area rich in natural beauty and historical significance. Its location near the River Clyde and the Firth of Forth provides a unique vantage point for observing the surrounding landscape and environment.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No notable stories or anecdotes are available regarding the Blythswood Beacon's history or former lighthouse keepers. However, local folklore may exist, highlighting the importance of this beacon in maritime navigation and its role as a symbol of Scotland's rich nautical heritage.

Technical and Operational Details

Unfortunately, specific information regarding the technical and operational details of the Blythswood Beacon is unavailable at this time.

Further Information

For further information on the Blythswood Beacon, please consult the following sources: [Wikipedia article] (available)

Details

NameBlythswood Beacon
CityRenfrew
CountryScotland
Coordinates55.8908022, -4.401966
Historic significanceplayed a crucial role in maritime navigation
Focal height8
Tower height10
Access descriptionunknown
Landscape typenatural beauty and historical significance
View descriptionsurrounding landscape and environment
Nearby attractionsRiver Clyde, Firth of Forth
Light characteristicFl (2) green
Light range8