BeachLighthouse
2 The Esplanade, Fleetwood FY7 6DL, UK
Name and Location
The Beach Lighthouse, located at 2 The Esplanade, Fleetwood FY7 6DL, UK, serves as a minor seamark for the maritime community in this seaside town.
Construction and History
The exact date of construction is not recorded, but it is believed to have been built during the mid-20th century. According to Wikipedia, the lighthouse was constructed with a view to improving maritime safety in the area.
Architecture and Materials
No specific information on architecture and materials is available for this lighthouse.
Light and Navigation
The Beach Lighthouse is characterized as Fl (flashing) green light, flashing every 2 seconds. Its range is approximately 9 nautical miles, making it visible from a distance of 9 nautical miles. The light serves the maritime community in Fleetwood, indicating its importance for local navigation rather than serving as a major aid to mariners.
Accessibility and Visiting
No specific information on accessibility or visiting the lighthouse is available.
Notable Views and Landscape
The surrounding area and views are not described in detail.
Anecdotes and Folklore
No anecdotes or folklore about this lighthouse are currently available.
Technical and Operational Details
- The Beach Lighthouse has a category of Lower, character Fl (flashing), colour Green, height 14 meters (46 feet), period 2 seconds, range 9 nautical miles, sector end 157.5 degrees, and sector start 154.5 degrees.
Further Information
Latitude: 53.9285535
Longitude: -3.0090695
References
- 1. Wikipedia: en:Beach Lighthouse, Fleetwood
- 2. Wikidata: Q220081
Details
Name | BeachLighthouse |
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City | Fleetwood |
Country | Uk |
Coordinates | 53.9285535, -3.0090695 |
Year of construction | mid-20thcentury |
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Tower height | 14meters |
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Light characteristic | Fl(flashing) |
Light range | 9nauticalmiles |