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Brancaster Harbour Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇬🇧King's Lynn and West Norfolk, GBOperational

Location & Light Range

About Brancaster Harbour Lighthouse

This navigational light is situated at Brancaster Beach, near King's Lynn and West Norfolk. Instead of a typical tower, the light is mounted on a two-story clubhouse. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds and has a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. The structure stands 8 meters above sea level. The light serves the waters of Brancaster Harbour, which is adjacent to the Royal West Norfolk Golf Club.

Why it matters: The light guides vessels into Brancaster Harbour, a tidal inlet on the Norfolk coast. Its placement atop a clubhouse is a distinctive feature of coastal navigation infrastructure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
King's Lynn and West Norfolk
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Region
England
Sea Region
Brancaster Harbour, located at Brancaster Beach adjacent to the Royal West Norfolk Golf Club.
Latitude
52.9749°
Longitude
0.6384°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Structure: The light is mounted atop a 2-story clubhouse.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Wells(8.0 km)
Admiralty No.
A2348.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Brancaster Harbour Lighthouse at night?+
Brancaster Harbour displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Brancaster Harbour Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Brancaster Harbour Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Brancaster Staithe at 1.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Hunstanton (5.9 NM WSW), Wells (7.7 NM E), Wells-next-the-Sea (7.7 NM E), Morston (12 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Brancaster Harbour Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Brancaster Harbour Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Brancaster Harbour Lighthouse?+
Brancaster Harbour Lighthouse is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Brancaster Harbour Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Brancaster Harbour Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.