Name and Location

The Burnham-on-Sea Low Lighthouse is located on the River Parrett in Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, England, UK, at a latitude of 51.248404�� N and longitude of -3.005913° W.

Construction and History

The Burnham-on-Sea Low Lighthouse was built in 1883 by Trinity House, an organization responsible for maritime navigation aids in England and Wales. Its construction responded to growing concerns about safety on the River Parrett, which had seen a significant increase in shipping traffic during the Industrial Revolution.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse stands at approximately 9 meters (29.5 feet) tall, with a characteristically British red and white striped tower. Its design is typical of low-level lighthouses built in the late 19th century to guide mariners through narrow channels and estuaries.

Light and Navigation

The Burnham-on-Sea Low Lighthouse serves as a vital aid to navigation for vessels entering and exiting the River Parrett and the Bristol Channel. Its light characteristic is a white sector flashing every 7.5 seconds, with a range of approximately 12 nautical miles (22 kilometers). The lighthouse also features three green sectors and one red sector, providing additional guidance to mariners.

Accessibility and Visiting

No information available on accessibility or visiting the Burnham-on-Sea Low Lighthouse.

Notable Views and Landscape

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Anecdotes and Folklore

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Technical and Operational Details

• * Height: approximately 9 meters (29.5 feet)
• * Light Characteristic: white sector flashing every 7.5 seconds
• * Range: approximately 12 nautical miles (22 kilometers)

Further Information

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