Cromer Lighthouse, Grade II listed lighthouse in Cromer, United Kingdom.
Cromer Lighthouse is an octagonal brick structure on the Norfolk coast that stands 18 meters tall, with its light positioned high enough above sea level to be seen from far offshore. The navigation system operates remotely and broadcasts its signal across the North Sea to guide ships away from the rocky coast.
The present lighthouse was built in 1833 to replace earlier navigation aids, including a light shown from Cromer parish church tower. The structure has undergone technical changes over time to adapt to evolving maritime needs.
The lighthouse serves as a symbol of Cromer's maritime heritage and remains visible from many parts of the town. It reflects how closely the community's identity connects to seafaring traditions and coastal life.
The lighthouse sits at the northern edge of town and is easily visible from several vantage points, especially in clear weather. Visitors can view and photograph the exterior, but access to the interior is not available to the public.
In its early decades, the lighthouse employed two women as its first keepers, an unusual arrangement for maritime work of that era. These women earned one pound per week and were pioneers in female maritime employment, decades before it became common practice.
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