Name and Location

The West Head Light is located at 51.1131333° N, 1.3300029° E in Dover, England, United Kingdom.

2. Construction and History

The West Head Light was constructed in 1840 during the Victorian era. It was built to guide mariners through the English Channel.

3. Architecture and Materials

Unfortunately, the architectural style of the lighthouse is unclear, as well as the construction materials used.

4. Light and Navigation

The light range of the West Head Light is approximately 18 kilometers (11 miles), with a characteristic of Oc (occulting) red every 30 seconds. The height of the lighthouse is 21 meters (69 feet), with a focal height of 21 meters (69 feet) above sea level.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

The West Head Light is open to the public for visits. Visitors can reach it by following the Unnamed Road in Dover, CT17 9TF, UK. The lighthouse is automated.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

From its vantage point, the West Head Light offers a panoramic view of the English Channel and surrounding coastline. The lighthouse is situated near the busy port city of Dover, with a mix of urban and natural landscapes nearby.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no notable photos or gallery mentions are available at this time. There are also no recorded significant historical events associated with the West Head Light.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The managing authority for this lighthouse is the Dover Harbour Board. The coordinates of the lighthouse are 51.1131333° N, 1.3300029° E. A map link can be found here: unknown.

9. Further Information

The West Head Light does not have a recognized heritage status.