Name and Location

Dungeness Old Lighthouse Located in Dungeness, Romney Marsh, Kent, United Kingdom

Construction and History

The Dungeness Old Lighthouse was constructed in 1860. With a rich history dating back to its construction, it has been a vital aid to navigation for mariners.

Architecture and Materials

Designed by James Walker in the Gothic Revival style, the lighthouse features a round tower with a lantern room at the top, supported by a sturdy iron framework.

Light and Navigation

The original optic was replaced in 1911 with a more modern Fresnel lens. The lighthouse displayed a light characteristic of Fl (3) W 15s, showing three white flashes every 15 seconds.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the site via a footpath that leads to the lighthouse's base. The surrounding area offers stunning views of the English Channel and the Romney Marshes.

Notable Views and Landscape

The area offers excellent views for nature enthusiasts and history buffs.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Technical and Operational Details

In its operational days, the lighthouse was manually operated by a keeper. It was automated in 1982, marking the end of an era for manual operation.

Further Information

The Dungeness Old Lighthouse is listed on the UK's National Heritage List for England.