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Marconi Sailing Club Lighthouse

F White🇬🇧Maldon, GBOperational

Location & Light Range

About Marconi Sailing Club Lighthouse

A cylindrical lamppost supporting a white light stands atop a two-story brick building. This structure is situated on the south bank of the Blackwater estuary, near Maldon, at the end of Stansgate Road. The light has a focal height of 7 meters and a geographic range of 9.3 nautical miles. It emits a continuous white flash. The nearest port, Maylandsea, is 1 kilometer away.

Why it matters: This light is essential for safe navigation within the Blackwater estuary, assisting recreational vessels and local traffic connected to the Marconi Sailing Club in identifying the south bank and avoiding shallow waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Maldon
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Region
England
Sea Region
Blackwater estuary, on its south bank at the end of Stansgate Road
Latitude
51.7182°
Longitude
0.7952°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
cylindrical

Structure: A cylindrical lamppost supporting a light, mounted atop a two-story brick building.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Maylandsea(1.0 km)
Admiralty No.
A2179.6.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Marconi Sailing Club Lighthouse at night?+
Marconi Sailing Club displays the characteristic F White. 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 Marconi Sailing Club Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Marconi Sailing Club Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Maylandsea at 2.3 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Bradwell Waterside (3.4 NM ENE), Heybridge (3.5 NM W), Med (5 NM SE), Creeksea (5.1 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Marconi Sailing Club Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Marconi Sailing Club 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 Marconi Sailing Club Lighthouse?+
Marconi Sailing Club 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 Marconi Sailing Club Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Marconi Sailing Club 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.