Skerries Lighthouse, Maritime navigation tower on Ynys Y Moelrhoniaid islands, Wales.
The limestone tower rises 23 meters from the largest of The Skerries islands, directing ships through the Irish Sea with its powerful beam.
William Trench constructed the first lighthouse in 1717 after his son perished near the rocks, marking the beginning of maritime safety in this area.
The structure represents the transition from private to public lighthouse management in Britain, being the last privately owned beacon acquired by Trinity House.
The automated lighthouse produces a beam visible from 22 nautical miles away, operating continuously under remote control from the Holyhead station.
The lighthouse grounds contain castellated dwellings with cobbled yards and a stone well-head building, reflecting the architectural style of its period.
Website: https://trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouses-and-lightvessels/skerries-lighthouse
GPS coordinates: 53.42118,-4.60827
Latest update: March 15, 2025 23:17
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