- Strumble Head Lighthouse is in Pembrokeshire, Wales.
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About Strumble Head Lighthouse
Strumble Head Lighthouse stands on the small tidal island of Ynys Meicel off the Pembrokeshire coast, connected to the mainland by a narrow suspension bridge. It marks one of the most dangerous stretches of the Welsh coast and remains an operational Trinity House light.
The story of Strumble Head Lighthouse
The lighthouse was built in 1908 by Trinity House to improve safety on the approach to Fishguard and the dangerous reefs around Strumble Head. The site was chosen after several wrecks on the Carregwladus rocks, and the tower was built on Ynys Meicel with a bridge to the mainland keepers' accommodation. The lighthouse was automated in 1980 and converted to solar power, and the keeper's cottages are now in private hands. The nearby Strumble Head observation post was used during the Second World War to spot submarines.
Visiting with care
The lighthouse and bridge are on private land but can be viewed from the coast path, which passes along the cliff top above the tower. Strumble Head is a renowned spot for watching passing cetaceans, gannets and migratory seabirds, with a former wartime observation post used as a lookout by wildlife enthusiasts.
Interesting facts
- Built in 1908 by Trinity House on the islet of Ynys Meicel.
- Connected to the mainland by a suspension bridge for keepers.
- Automated in 1980; keeper's cottages now privately owned.
- A wartime observation post nearby is now used for seabird and dolphin watching.
Getting there
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