Today we travel to Tynemouth, to delve briefly into the history of its 3 lighthouses.
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Pocket-sized men at Southwold Lighthouse | 5 Minute Light(house) Bites
Today we travel together to Southwold Lighthouse in Suffolk, touching on its unusual placement within the town and its TV fame.If you’re interested in visiting this lighthouse, I’m hosting a group trip on the 28th June 2025. Tickets are available at www.lighthouseexplorers.com.
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Haunting of the Point of Ayr Lighthouse | 5 Minute Light(house) bites
Ahead of our group trip in June 2025, I discuss the ghostly past of the Point of Ayr Lighthouse. An infamous ghost hunting spot on the North Welsh coast.I hope you enjoy. If you fancy coming along on the trip, please consider signing up to our group trip at www.lighthouseexplorers.com.See you next Sunday for the next episode; we’ll be chatting about Southwold Lighthouse, of ‘Grandpa in my Pocket’ fame.
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The Birth of New Technologies at South Foreland Lighthouse | 5 Minute Light(house) Bites
South Foreland Lighthouse, perched on the white cliffs of Dover, is a beacon of innovation. Built in 1843, it became the world’s first electrically lit lighthouse in 1859, thanks to experiments overseen by Michael Faraday. Later, in 1898, Guglielmo Marconi used it for groundbreaking wireless communication experiments, paving the way for modern radio and the internet.Join our 2025 group trips to explore South Foreland Lighthouse with fellow lighthouse lovers! Visit www.lighthouseexplorers.com to book your spot.
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The Joys of Lighthouse Keeping | Gerry Butler
In today's episode, Gerry shares his incredible journey as a lighthouse keeper for over 20 years, highlighting this unique maritime tradition's many highs and challenges. (He was even a keeper on Fastnet during the 1979 yacht disaster!)
If you enjoyed this episode and loved hearing from Gerry about his experiences, check out his book: The Lightkeeper!
The podcast for lighthouse enthusiasts and those who have a vague interest in lighthouses... and everyone in-between. We'll be covering the history of lighthouses, folk tales surrounding these mystical beacons, interviews with lighthouse keepers, and more.
New Zealand