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Inward Rocks Range Rear Lighthouse

🇬🇧Forest of Dean, GBOperational

Location & Light Range

About Inward Rocks Range Rear Lighthouse

Constructed in 1985, the Inward Rocks Range Rear light is a component of Great Britain's coastal navigation system. Functioning as a rear range light, it partners with a front light to offer mariners precise alignment for safe transit. This structure, standing 23 meters in height, possesses a geographic range of 13.8 nautical miles. Its current operational status confirms its continuing function in maritime safety. The light is located near the Forest of Dean and the port of Chepstow, directing vessels clear of the Inward Rocks.

Why it matters: This range rear light provides main guidance for vessels transiting a specific channel or navigating past the Inward Rocks, helping to avoid groundings and ensure safe passage. Its role within a range system offers exact alignment, important for large vessels moving through confined or hazardous areas.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1985

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chepstow(1.7 km)
Admiralty No.
A5548.1.

Tower & Structure

Structure: Inward Rocks Range Rear, established in 1985, serves as a crucial navigational aid within Great Britain's coastal waters. As a range rear light, it works in tandem with a front light, providing mariners with a precise alignment to safely navigate a particular channel or avoid hazards. Its relatively modern construction reflects ongoing efforts to enhance maritime safety with up-to-date technology. The light's active status underscores its continued importance in guiding vessels, ensuring smooth passage through potentially tricky waters. While not a grand, historic structure, its functional role is indispensable for local shipping and any vessels transiting the area where the Inward Rocks pose a threat. It stands as a testament to continuous investment in safe passage along the British coastline.

Location

City
Forest of Dean
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Region
England
Sea Region
Coastal waters of Great Britain, guiding vessels past the Inward Rocks.
Latitude
51.6537°
Longitude
-2.6274°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Inward Rocks Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Inward Rocks Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chepstow at 1.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Lydney (5.6 NM NE), Sharpness (7 NM NE), Avonmouth (9.5 NM SSW), Portbury (10 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Inward Rocks Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Inward Rocks 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 Inward Rocks Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Inward Rocks 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 Inward Rocks Range Rear Lighthouse?+
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