Arbroath Lighthouse

The Arbroath Lighthouse is situated at Danger Point, on the North Sea coast of Angus, Scotland.

History

• The lighthouse has a rich history dating back to 1821, when it was first constructed to aid navigation in the treacherous waters off the east coast of Scotland.
• The lighthouse was designed by Robert Stevenson, who also designed several other notable lighthouses in Scotland.

The construction materials used for the lighthouse are primarily stone and brick, with a distinctive octagonal tower design that has become iconic in Scottish architecture.

Light Characteristics

• The Arbroath Lighthouse emits a green light, visible from a range of approximately 5 nautical miles.
• The light is shown every 3 seconds, and is reported to be audible as a siren sound at intervals of 60 seconds.

Current Status

The Arbroath Lighthouse is currently an automated aid to navigation, with the light being displayed on a rotating beam that sweeps across the sea.

However, the lighthouse remains an important part of Scotland's maritime heritage, and is still maintained by the General Lighthouse Authority.

Location and Accessibility

The Arbroath Lighthouse is located at Danger Point, near the town of Arbroath in Angus, Scotland.

The lighthouse can be accessed via a short walk from the nearby harbour, where visitors can also see exhibits on the history of the town and its maritime heritage.

Heritage Status

The Arbroath Lighthouse has been designated as a Category A listed building by Historic Environment Scotland, recognizing its importance as an example of 19th-century Scottish architecture and engineering.

Notable Historical Events

• The Arbroath Lighthouse played a significant role in the history of navigation off the east coast of Scotland.
• In 1885, the lighthouse was involved in a notable incident when Arbroath Football Club set a world record for the number of goals scored in a professional football match against Bon Accord of Aberdeen, with the game being played at the nearby harbour.