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Name: Berwick-upon-Tweed Breakwater Light  

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Nearest Town or City:
Berwick, , United Kingdom

Location: Entrance to River Tweed, North Sea, England.


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Photo: John Mobbs

Managing Organization:
Berwick Harbour Commission

Notes:
The town of Berwick-upon-Tweed changed hands 14 times between England and Scotland from 1018 to 1482.

Tower Height: 43

Height of Focal Plane: 49

Characteristic and Range: White flash every 5 seconds.

Description of Tower: Conical white tower with red lower portion, at end of breakwater.

This light is operational

Date Established: 1826

Current Use: Active aid to navigation.

Open To Public? Grounds only.


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