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NewMaryportLighthouse

PF9Q+3Q Maryport, UK

Name and Location

The New Maryport Lighthouse is located in the town of Maryport, Cumberland, England, United Kingdom. The lighthouse stands at a height of 10 meters, with a focal height of 12 meters.

2. Construction and History

The New Maryport Lighthouse was constructed during the Victorian era (1837-1901), although the exact year of construction is not specified. It serves as an important maritime structure serving as a beacon for navigation and warning vessels of potential hazards.

3. Architecture and Materials

The architectural style and construction materials of the lighthouse are not specified.

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse's light has a characteristic pattern of Fl(3)W.15s, emitting a white light every 15 seconds and visible for a range of 6 nautical miles. It is assumed that the lighthouse operates automatically, as there is no recorded manual operation history.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors are welcome to access the lighthouse, although specific information on how to reach it or what facilities are available on site is not provided.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape and environment provide a scenic view for visitors, part of the town's coastal area overlooking the Solway Firth.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse stands at a height of 10 meters, with a focal height of 12 meters, and its light is visible for a range of 6 nautical miles.

9. Further Information

For further reading, please consult relevant maritime or historical sources. Nearby attractions include the Maryport Museum, the Allerdale Borough Council offices, and scenic coastal routes along the Solway Firth.

Details

NameNewMaryportLighthouse
CityMaryport
CountryUnitedkingdom
Coordinates54.7177446, -3.5105728
Year of construction19thcentury
Events
Historic significanceImportantnavigationalaidintheCumberlandregion,warningvesselsofpotentialhazardsandaidingnavigation.
Keeper stories
Stories
Construction material
Focal height12meters
Tower height10meters
Landscape typeCoastalarea
View descriptionScenicviewforvisitors.
Facilities
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s
Light range6nauticalmiles