Berry Head Lighthouse, Coastal lighthouse at Berry Head, Brixham, United Kingdom.
Berry Head Lighthouse is a white cylindrical tower standing on a limestone cliff along the Devon coast. The structure sits roughly 58 meters above sea level and operates entirely automatically today.
The tower was built in 1906 by engineer Thomas Matthews for Trinity House to guide ships. The light originally used gas before later upgrades changed its operation.
Today this lighthouse sits within the Berry Head National Nature Reserve, where you can see coastal cliffs, grassland, and old military fortifications from the Napoleonic era. The area draws people who want to experience both natural surroundings and historical traces together.
This location sits on a cliff with good views over the harbor and Torbay's bay. You can reach it by walking, but the area is open and exposed, so be ready for changing weather.
Despite its tower being only 5 meters tall, it achieves a high light elevation because it sits on a tall cliff. This makes it an interesting example of how location and construction work together for effective navigation.
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