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Managing Organization:
Trinity House
Website: http://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/interactive/gallery/trevose_head.html
Contact Address Information:
Trevose Head Lighthouse: The Attendant
St. Merryn, Padstow
Cornwall
United Kingdom
Notes:
This lighthouse was once known as the Trevose Head High Light. The Low Light was discontinued in 1882.
Tower Height: 89
Height of Focal Plane: 204
Characteristic and Range: White flash every 5 seconds; range 20 nautical miles.
Description of Tower: White conical tower.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1847
Date Present Tower Built: 1847
Date Automated: 1995
Optics: First order Fresnel lens.
Fog Signal: Automated horn, two blasts every 30 seconds.
Current Use: Active aid to navigation.
Open To Public? No.
Mapquest URL: Click here to get a map to this lighthouse!
Nearby Lodging: There are four cottages offering overnight accommodations at the lighthouse. Email info@ruralretreats.co.uk for information.
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