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Godley Head Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇳🇿Linwood-Central-Heathcote Community, NZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Godley Head Lighthouse

A square pyramidal skeletal tower built of steel stands 8 meters tall at Godley Head. It was erected in 2015 and painted white. The light source is positioned at a focal height of 127 meters and emits a single green flash every 5 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 27.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located near Linwood-Central-Heathcote Community in the Canterbury region of New Zealand.

Why it matters: This light guides vessels into Lyttelton Harbour and helps mariners identify the northern approach to the port, ensuring safe navigation around the headland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
127m
Geographic Range
27.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2015

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lyttelton(4.1 km)
Admiralty No.
K4286
NGA No.
5232

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower painted white

Location

City
Linwood-Central-Heathcote Community
Country
🇳🇿New Zealand
Region
Canterbury
Latitude
-43.5869°
Longitude
172.8071°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Godley Head Lighthouse at night?+
Godley Head displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Godley Head Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Godley Head Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Lyttelton at 4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Akaroa (14.8 NM SSE), Rolleston (18.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Godley Head Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Godley Head 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.
How can I track vessels near Godley Head Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Godley Head 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.