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Name: Eshaness Light  

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Also known as: Esha Ness Lighthouse

Nearest Town or City:
Stenness , , United Kingdom

Location: West coast of Shetland Islands, Scotland


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Photo: Ken Ross

Managing Organization:
Shetland Amenity Trust

Website: http://www.lighthouse-holidays.com
Email: shetamenity.trust@zetnet.co.uk

Notes:
The Shetland Amenity Trust acquired the property from writer Sharma Krauskopf in early 2005. The Northern Lighthouse Board still maintains the active light and related equipment.

Tower Height: 40

Height of Focal Plane: 199

Characteristic and Range: Flashing white every 12 seconds, visible for 25 nautical miles.

Description of Tower: White square tower attached to dwelling.

This light is operational

Date Established: 1929

Date Present Tower Built: 1929

Date Automated: 1974

Current Use: Active aid to navigation.

Open To Public? Yes.

Nearby Lodging: The dwelling has been converted into self-catering accommodations. Email shetamenity.trust@zetnet.co.uk for details.


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