Helliar Holm, Tidal island with lighthouse in Orkney Islands, United Kingdom
Located off the coast of Shapinsay, Helliar Holm features a 42-foot cylindrical lighthouse tower painted white with black lantern and ochre accents.
The Northern Lighthouse Board constructed the navigation lighthouse in 1893, which underwent automation modifications in 1967 to operate without human supervision.
Medieval texts including the Orkneyinga Saga reference this location as Hellisey and Eller Holm, while John of Fordun documented it as Helene-holm.
Access to the island requires timing visits during low tide periods, when walking from Shapinsay becomes possible through the exposed connection.
The solar-powered lighthouse maintains an 18-meter focal height for maritime navigation, earning Heritage Category B status for its architectural significance.
Location: Orkney Islands
Inception: 1893
Part of: Orkney Islands
GPS coordinates: 59.02389,-2.89500
Latest update: March 6, 2025 00:58
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