Southerness lighthouse, Maritime beacon at Southerness Point, Scotland.
The white stone lighthouse stands 10 meters tall at the edge of Solway Firth, marking the entrance to the Nith Estuary for maritime traffic.
Built in 1749 by Dumfries Town Council, the structure underwent height increases in 1785 and 1840s before its decommissioning in 1936.
The lighthouse represents the maritime heritage of Dumfries and Galloway, where sea trade dominated local commerce before the development of road networks.
Visitors can reach the lighthouse by taking the A710 road south of Kirkbean village and following the coastal path to Southerness Point.
Engineer Robert Stevenson and James Slight improved the lighthouse in 1805, incorporating advanced maritime safety features of the period.
Location: Dumfries and Galloway
Location: Kirkbean
Inception: 1749
Height: 10 m
GPS coordinates: 54.87293,-3.59525
Latest update: March 16, 2025 02:00
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