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Managing Organization:
Trinity House
Website: http://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/interactive/gallery/flatholm.html
Notes:
This lighthouse was substantially altered in 1819, when a new structure was built around the original one. It was altered again in 1867. The Flat Holm Society works for the preservation of this station; see flatholm.co.uk
Tower Height: 99
Height of Focal Plane: 164
Characteristic and Range: Three flashes every 10 seconds, white and red sectors.
Description of Tower: White, conical stone tower attached to one-story dwelling.
This light is operational
Date Established: 1727
Date Present Tower Built: 1727
Fog Signal: Foghorn deactivated in 1988.
Current Use: Active aid to navigation.
Open To Public? Grounds only.
Directions:
Guided tours leave from Barry from April to October. For information call 01446 747661.
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