Hilbre Island lighthouse (C) John S Turner

SJ1888 : Hilbre Island lighthouse

taken 10 years ago, 3 km from West Kirby, Wirral, Great Britain

Hilbre Island lighthouse

Not the classic lighthouse design that we are familiar with, but nevertheless this one serves a useful purpose protecting ships navigating the waters around Hilbre. Previously operated by the Mersey Docks and Harbour Board this lighthouse came under the control of Trinity House in 1973. It emits a red flash every 3 seconds and can be seen at a range of 5 nautical miles. It is operated by solar power. Also I wonder if the water-filled hollow in the foreground is the base of the 'Rocket Post', recorded on 20th century O.S. maps? See SJ1888 : The base of the 'Rocket Post' on Hilbre?

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Grid Square: SJ1888, 95 images (more nearby )
Photographer: John S Turner (find more nearby)
Date Taken: Thursday, 5 February, 2009 (more nearby)
Submitted: Friday, 10 July, 2009
Category: Lighthouse (more nearby)
Subject Location: OSGB36: SJ 1838 8808 [10m precision]
WGS84: 53:22.9941N 3:13.7132W
Camera Location: OSGB36: SJ 1839 8807
View Direction: Northwest (about 315 degrees)