Strumble Head Lighthouse, White lighthouse on Ynys Meicel island in Pembrokeshire, Wales
Strumble Head Lighthouse is a cylindrical stone tower on a small rocky island off the northern coast of Pembrokeshire, Wales. A narrow iron bridge connects the island to the mainland, giving visitors access to the tower and its surrounding buildings.
The tower was built in 1908 to replace a light vessel that had been warning ships passing through Cardigan Bay. Over the course of the 20th century it was electrified and then fully automated.
Inside the lantern room, a verse from Psalm 127 is displayed, linking the Welsh coastal tradition of seafaring with Christian faith. For the fishing and sailing communities of this coast, such a detail was a source of comfort rather than decoration.
The island is reached by crossing the iron bridge, which is generally open throughout the year, though strong winds or rough seas can make the crossing difficult. The site is remote, so bring weatherproof clothing and do not count on facilities nearby.
Although the tower now works automatically, the site also serves as a navigation point for transatlantic flights through the Strumble VOR radio beacon system. Pilots flying between Europe and North America use this reference on a regular basis.
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