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Maryport Lighthouse

Fl White 1.5s🇬🇧GBOperational

Location & Light Range

About Maryport Lighthouse

Also known as: [Maryport] (South Pierhead)

This square pyramidal lighthouse stands 6 meters tall and was constructed in 1996 from aluminum. Its white tower has no lantern, and the focal height of the light is 10 meters. The light emits a single white flash every 1.5 seconds, providing a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. Located 0.1 kilometers from the nearest port, it marks the entrance to Maryport Harbour on England's Solway Firth. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for the safe entry and exit of vessels at Maryport Harbour, navigating the tidal complexities of the Solway Firth. Its active status and modern design support local shipping and fishing fleets.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 1.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
1.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 1.5s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1996

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
aluminum

Structure: square pyramidal white aluminum tower; no lantern

Location

Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Region
England
Sea Region
Maryport, England, on the Solway Firth, marking the entrance to Maryport Harbour.
Latitude
54.7178°
Longitude
-3.5107°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Maryport(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
A4676
NGA No.
4860
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Maryport Lighthouse at night?+
Maryport displays the characteristic Fl White 1.5s. 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 Maryport Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Maryport Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Workington at 4.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include HARRINGTON (6.7 NM SSW), Southerness (9.5 NM NNW), Silloth (9.9 NM NNE), Whitehaven (10.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Maryport Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Maryport 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 Maryport Lighthouse?+
Maryport 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 Maryport Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Maryport 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.