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The 10 Best Lighthouses in South West England, England
Discover the best top things to do in South West England, United Kingdom including Lizard Point, Trevose Head Lighthouse, Smeaton's Tower, Portland Bill Lighthouse, Start Point Lighthouse, Pendeen Lighthouse, Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre, Anvil Point Lighthouse, Hartland Point Lighthouse, Bull Point Lighthouse.
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1. Lizard Point
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 175 reviews
Reviewed By EileenRoyalWindsor - Windsor, United Kingdom
Breathtaking views of the rocky coastline - Britain's most southerly point, and walks along the headland reveal more spectacular sights at every turn. .
2. Trevose Head Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By 656nigelh - London, United Kingdom
Stayed in Pelarus cottage, fantastic sea views. A wonderful property very well kept, clean and very well presented. Quiet secluded property with fantastic views. Hamper on arrival was exceptional.
3. Smeaton's Tower
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 598 reviews
Smeaton's Tower is closed over the winter of 2019 for repainting. It will re-open in spring 2020. A centrepiece on Plymouth's Hoe, Smeaton's Tower is one of the city's most recognisable and well-loved landmarks. The lighthouse was originally built out on the notorious Eddystone Reef in 1759. It was taken down in the early 1880s and approximately two thirds of its structure moved stone by stone to its current resting place. Now standing at 72 feet high, it offers brilliant views of Plymouth Sound and beyond.
Reviewed By FionaN950 - Villach, Austria
Visited with my sister and brother-in-law on their most recent visit to Plymouth. It’s very interesting and the view across the Hoe is awesome. Incredible to think this is the third of four lighthouses to be built on the Eddystone rocks, with the current lighthouse visible on the horizon on a clear day. Originally built from Cornish granite in 1759, it was taken down in the early 1880s when it was discovered that it was being undermined by the sea. The base of Smeaton's Tower still in position next to the current Eddystone Lighthouse. You can find out about all four lighthouses on your visit. It is possible to go to the very top and to go outside onto the balcony area around the light, on the way up to the lantern room, which is particularly cool!
4. Portland Bill Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,492 reviews
For nearly 300 years a lighthouse has stood on Portland Bill to guide vessels heading for Portland and Weymouth and acting as a waymark for vessels navigating in the English Channel. A red sector light warns mariners of the hazardous Shambles Bank lying three miles offshore. Tours of Portland Bill Lighthouse are organised by AMH Support Services under licence from the Corporation of Trinity House.
Reviewed By SophieParry97 - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Me and my partner visited last week on a beautiful sunny day, lighthouse was very easy to find, beautiful scenery. Car park nearby was fairly priced, plenty of spaces available. Due to arriving late on the site we were unable to visit the shop underneath the lighthouse although the place was neatly presented from outside. I believe the option to climb up the lighthouse wasn't available due to the current corona virus pandemic. Upon exploring the surrounding area the entire site was litter free and well maintained, pulpit rock was also a very short walk from the lighthouse which was an interesting monument to visit. I thoroughly enjoyed the visit and am planning to return with my friends at a later date, definitely recommend!
5. Start Point Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 300 reviews
The striking Start Point Lighthouse is situated on one of the most exposed peninsulas on the English Coast, running sharply almost a mile into the sea on the south side of Start Bay between Kingsbridge and Dartmouth.
Reviewed By Snoopy17
Stunning view from the car park, lovely walk along a properly surfaced road to the lighthouse then, as you round the headland, the great reveal. The lighthouse comes into view, right in front of you. very interesting tour guide, Hugh, lots of stories of the human endeavour of being a lighthouse keeper in the early days. Solitude, subsistence and tenacity. Finally, the reason for visiting, the light. Brilliant!!
6. Pendeen Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By CornishCowboy - Paris, France
To stay actually in an old lighthouse keepers cottage within the enclosure of the lighthouse is just fabulous. The views are uninterrupted (obviously) and your either subjected to terrific sunsets or wonderful storm conditions on the rugged headland. The cottage is superbly presented and equipped you could ask for nothing more and for a quiet relaxing hideaway nowhere better.
7. Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 563 reviews
With the help of a generous grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund, Trinity House renovated the Engine Room at Lizard Lighthouse, retaining some of the old engines. It now also features new exhibition material, an audio visual room and a number of interactive displays. The Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre was officially opened in 2009 by HRH The Princess Royal. The distinctive twin towers of Lizard Lighthouse mark the most southerly point of mainland Britain. See displays depicting Trinity House's history, housed in the original engine room. It was commissioned in 1752. For over 250 years, the lighthouse has provided a welcoming landfall light to vessels crossing the Atlantic Ocean. Tours of Lizard Lighthouse are organised under licence from the Corporation of Trinity House.
Reviewed By Jackfranks - Caerphilly, United Kingdom
We decided to visit the lizard lighthouse and what a fantastic day out it was. The exhibition hall was great with plenty to do and to read. And plenty of games and fun for children. We done the guided tour of the lighthouse tower with Caroline who has been a lighthouse keeper at the station since 2007 she could answer any questions I had and more everything about the tour was in-depth and well explained. Definitely worth a visit. Cheap day out and loads to do.
8. Anvil Point Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By Roganroy - Leatherhead, United Kingdom
The walk from the Durlston Head car park, where there is also an excellent cafe, is a delight. Beyond the lighthouse, however, the coast path is rough and attracts a claggy form of mud in damp weather! The lighthouse is not open to visitors, but you can stay in the former keepers cottages through Rural Retreats.
9. Hartland Point Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By Z5336ULelizabethw - Moreton-in-Marsh, United Kingdom
Worth the drive to get to this far flung lighthouse. Amazing position on Hartland Point and we had clear views across the Bristol Channel to South Wales. Absolutely stunning on a sunny day.
10. Bull Point Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By MikeS519 - St. Albans, United Kingdom
This lighthouse is very pretty and well worth the hilly coastal path that takes you there. The scenery all the way along the path is amazing and we often saw seals playing along the coast line. Loads of amazing views, wildlife and well marked paths.
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