2018
TM5594 : Lowestoft lighthouse
taken 8 years ago, near to Lowestoft, Suffolk, England
This is 1 of 6 images, with title Lowestoft lighthouse in this square
Lowestoft lighthouse
The tower is 16 metres tall from the ground level and 37 metres above mean high water. It was electrified in 1936 and fully automated in 1975.
Its 380,000 candela light can be seen for 23 nautical miles.
The plaque Link
An alternative view Link
Its 380,000 candela light can be seen for 23 nautical miles.
The plaque Link
An alternative view Link
See other images of Listed buildings in Lowestoft and suburbs
Lowestoft High Street Plaques :: TM5593
There are a number of circular grey plaques on various buildings in Lowestoft High Street.
Most bear the words "SVFFOLK VILLA LOWISTOFF" around a winged angel holding a crown with a rose below; an element of Lowestoft's coat of Arms.
The original wording of which is "SOFFOCHE VILLA LOWISTOFT".
The Heraldic Arms of Lowestoft, originally registered in 1913 bear the Motto "POINT DU JOUR" referring to Lowestoft being the most easterly point on the British Isles and the first town each day to greet the sunrise.
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- Grid Square
- TM5594, 154 images (more nearby 🔍)
- Photographer
- Adrian S Pye (more nearby)
- Date Taken
- Monday, 11 June, 2018 (more nearby)
- Submitted
- Monday, 11 June, 2018
- Subject Location
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OSGB36:
TM 5509 9431 [10m precision]
WGS84: 52:29.2209N 1:45.3500E - Camera Location
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OSGB36: TM 5511 9431
- View Direction
- WEST (about 270 degrees)
