West Usk Lighthouse, Historical lighthouse in Wentlooge, Wales.
The cylindrical brick tower rises 17 meters above the Severn Estuary, featuring a white exterior and a lantern room at its summit.
James Walker constructed this lighthouse in 1821 as his first lighthouse project, marking the beginning of his career designing 21 additional lighthouses.
The lighthouse gained media recognition through appearances in Doctor Who and Channel 5's The Hotel Inspector, highlighting its role in entertainment.
Visitors can reach the lighthouse via a private road from B4239 or by walking along the sea wall footpath from the nearby parking area.
The structure includes circular rooms throughout its design and maintains a moat-style bridge leading to its main entrance.
Location: Wentlooge
Inception: 1821
Architects: James Walker
Elevation above the sea: 8.3 m
Height: 17 m
Made from material: brick
GPS coordinates: 51.54062,-2.99467
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:24
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