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Managing Organization:
Clan Sinclair Study Centre
Website: http://www.clansinclair.co.uk
Email:
Contact Address Information:
Nosshead Estate
Wick, Caithness
United Kingdom
Notes:
A library in the Study Centre at the lighthouse has a number of historical texts, as well as information on Sinclair and Girnigoe Castles.
Tower Height: 59
Characteristic and Range: Flashing white/red every 20 seconds, visible for 25 (white) and 21 (red) nautical miles.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1849
Date Present Tower Built: 1849
Fog Signal: Discontinued (was 3 blasts every 90 seconds).
Current Use: Active aid to navigation, study center, overnight accommodations.
Open To Public? Grounds and outbuildings.
Nearby Lodging: The "Laird's Retreat" is the principal keeper's cottage. It is available for rent throughout the year. Phone: 01955 606700
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