Managing Organization: Trinity House
Website: http://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/interactive/gallery/flatholm.html
Notes: This lighthouse (built by William Crispe and Benjamin Lund.) 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: 1737 Date Present Tower Built: 1737 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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