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Lundy South Lighthouse

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Lundy South Lighthouse (Torridge District)
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Lundy South Lighthouse

The Lundy South Lighthouse is situated on the English island of Lundy, located in the Bristol Channel, approximately 3 miles long and 5⁄8 mile wide.

The lighthouse can be accessed by boat from Bideford or Ilfracombe, with most visitors arriving at the island's Beach Road.

History

  • Lundy has a turbulent history, frequently changing hands between the British crown and various usurpers.
  • In the 1920s, the island's owner, Martin Harman, attempted to issue his own coinage and was subsequently fined.
  • Two German Heinkel He 111 bombers crash landed on the island in 1941, with their crews being captured.

Architecture

The Lundy South Lighthouse is a man-made structure, constructed as a lighthouse.

The tower height is reported at 53 meters (173 feet), while the focal height is believed to be around 16 meters (52 feet).

Light Characteristics

The Lundy South Lighthouse emits a Fl (first order) light, with a sector start at 170 degrees and an end at 73 degrees.

The light's character is reportedly a horn signal, with a category specified as "horn".

Current Status

The lighthouse is currently fully automated, with one of its installations being solar-powered.

Heritage Status

Lundy has been designated as Britain's first Marine Conservation Zone in 2010.

Notable Historical Events

  • In the 1920s, Martin Harman attempted to issue his own coinage and was fined.
  • Two German Heinkel He 111 bombers crash landed on the island in 1941, with their crews being captured.

Details

NameLundy South Lighthouse
CityTorridge District
CountryUnited Kingdom
Coordinates51.162052, -4.655828