Needles Lighthouse, Maritime lighthouse on the western end of Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
The granite tower rises 31 meters above sea level at the edge of three chalk stacks known as The Needles, marking a critical navigation point.
Engineer James Walker designed this lighthouse in 1859 to replace an earlier structure that stood high on the cliffs where fog often impeded its effectiveness.
The lighthouse holds Grade II listed status, recognizing its role in maritime heritage and the protection of vessels traversing the Solent Strait.
The automated beacon emits white, red, and green light sequences every 20 seconds, reaching vessels up to 17 nautical miles away through modern control systems.
In 2010, engineers conducted extensive foundation repairs by installing stabilizing posts and concrete reinforcement to prevent the structure from collapsing into the sea.
Location: Isle of Wight
Location: Totland
Inception: 1859
Architects: James Walker
Height: 31 m
Made from material: stone, granite
GPS coordinates: 50.66222,-1.59167
Latest update: May 11, 2025 22:50
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