The Bell Rock Lighthouse
The Bell Rock Lighthouse
One of the Seven Wonders of the Industrial World
The Bell Rock Lighthouse is the oldest surviving sea-washed lighthouse and is an outstanding feat of nineteenth century engineering. Built by Scottish engineer Robert Stevenson between 1807 and 1811, it stands 35m above the waves on the Inchcape Reef, 11 miles off the coast of Arbroath and the light is visible from 18 nautical miles.
200 years after Robert Stevenson oversaw construction, the iconic structure is Britain's oldest surviving rock lighthouse, still warning shipping of the jagged Bell Rock.
Regular boat trips leave from Arbroath harbour in the summer, weather permitting.
Visit the Arbroath Signal Tower Museum to find out more about the Bell Rock Lighthouse.
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Historic Buildings & Monuments
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Observing
Science
Technology
Activities for people with SEN/Disabilities:
No
Curriculum:
Geography / Geology
History
Science
Technology / Engineering
Suitability:
Key Stage 2 (8-11)
Key Stage 3 (12-14)
Key Stage 4 (15-16)
Key Stage 5 (17+)
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Venue Address:
Arbroath