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 The
lighthouse started operating in 1871 and was, at the
time, the most advanced in the world.
You can explore the lighthouse, starting in the Engine
Room. Learn about how lighthouses work through video,
displays and a variety of navigational equipment.
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See the family living quarters in the Victorian Keepers
Cottage and climb the 76 steps to the top of the tower
to enjoy wide views of the coastline, from the mouth
of the Tyne to the Tees. Or you can enjoy the same view
without leaving the ground floor by operating the remote
controlled CCTV.
 You
can experience the fantastic views of Beaches
and Coastline including, The Leas a 2 ½ miles
stretch of beach, cliff and grassland with spectacular
views and bird sanctuary. Watch the seabirds on the
cliffs and around the great sea-stack of the infamous
Marsden Rock.
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| Details |
Address:
Coast Road, Whitburn, Sunderland,
SR6 7NH
Telephone:
0191 5293161
Fax:
01915290902
Email: souter@nationaltrust.org.uk
Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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| Openings/Times |
| Open 14 March to 1 November 11.00am - 5.00pm, last entry 4.30pm. Closed Fridays, except Good Friday.
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| Charges/Prices |
Adult: £4.85 (£4.40)
Children (aged 5 - 17 years): £3.15 (£2.85)
Family Ticket (2 adults and 3 children): £12.65 (£11.50)
Groups (10+): £4.00
The price in brackets is the standard admission price, without Gift Aid.
There is free admission to National Trust Members, and free entry to all visitors to the shop and tea room.
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| Location/Directions: |
On the
A183 Coast Road at Whitburn, 2 miles south of South Shields,
3 miles north of Sunderland. Buses stop by main gate.
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| Facilities: |
| Disabled
Access: Wheelchair access to ground floor, braille
guide and tactile exhibits, accessible toilet,
CCTV enables those unable to climb the tower to
see the view from the top. Other Facilities:
Car and coach parking, tea-room with indoor & outdoor
facilities, National Trust shop, Education Officer,
dogs on leads are welcome.
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