Pakefield Lighthouse, Maritime beacon in Pakefield, Suffolk, England
Pakefield Lighthouse is a white tower standing on the Suffolk coast to guide vessels through challenging waters near Lowestoft. The structure helps ships navigate safely past sandbanks and other natural hazards in this busy shipping area.
Trinity House commissioned architect Richard Suter to build this beacon in 1832 to improve navigation along this treacherous coast. During World War II, the tower served as an observation post and endured enemy bombardment in the 1940s.
The lighthouse changed its light from white to red in 1835 to prevent confusion with the illuminated windows of neighboring Kessingland houses.
The lighthouse now serves as a coastal observation station maintained by local volunteers and is visible from the shoreline. Visitors can view the structure from outside and enjoy views along the coastal area.
The tower survived an attack from a German aircraft during the war and still bears marks from this period. This history makes the site a quiet reminder of the local wartime experience.
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