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Neist Point lighthouse

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Neist Point

Tower height: 19 metres, white conical tower

Elevation: 43 metres

Range: Flashing white every 5 seconds, visible for 16 miles

This light is operational

built between 1907 - 1909 by David and Charles Stevenson

Date automated: 1990

Current use: Active aid to navigation, overnight accommodation

Take a walk down the (re-opened) steep path to the lighthouse. You'll be rewarded with stunning views!
location

Northwest corner of the Isle of Skye, Duirinish Peninsula, near Waterstein

useful links
Neist Point lighthouse website
Northern Lighthouse Board - Neist Point


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