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Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear Lighthouse

F Red🇬🇧GBOperational

Location & Light Range

About Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear Lighthouse

Also known as: Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear (St. Andrew's Church)

A square stone church tower, standing 11 meters tall, serves as the rear range light for Burnham-on-Sea. Its focal plane is 12 meters above sea level, and it emits a continuous red light visible for 11 nautical miles. The structure is part of the St. Andrew's Church complex, which has been a landmark since 1315. This light's history traces back to the 1700s when a light was first displayed from the church tower. The navigational light was later moved to the Round Tower in 1801 and then integrated into the Trinity House range light system in 1832.

Why it matters: This light is significant for its integration into the historic St. Andrew's Church, a medieval structure serving the community since 1315. Its continuous red light provides guidance for vessels navigating near Burnham-on-Sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Significant events: light displayed from church tower in 1700s, light moved to Round Tower in 1801, light moved to Trinity House range lights in 1832

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
square
Material
stone

Structure: square stone church tower

Location

Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Region
England
Sea Region
Burnham-on-Sea
Latitude
51.2396°
Longitude
-2.9979°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bridgwater(4.4 km)
Admiralty No.
A5572.1
NGA No.
6180
ARLHS No.
ENG-323
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear displays the characteristic F Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Weston-Super-Mare at 6.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include Bridgwater (7.4 NM S), Westonzoyland (8.9 NM SSE), Congresbury (10.2 NM NE), Barry Dock (12.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear 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 Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear 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 Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Burnham-on-Sea Seafront Range Rear 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.