Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Needhams Point Lighthouse

Fl Red 8s🇧🇧Bridgetown, BBOperational

Location & Light Range

About Needhams Point Lighthouse

The Needhams Point Lighthouse is a 17-meter tall, square cylindrical skeletal tower located on the southwestern coast of Barbados. It is painted with red and white horizontal bands. From a focal plane of 59 meters, it projects a red light with a characteristic of a flash every 8 seconds. The light's visibility extends to 20 nautical miles. This structure marks the southwestern coast and facilitates entry into Bridgetown's port, situated 2.3 kilometers distant. It functions as an active navigation reference point.

Why it matters: This lighthouse assists ships approaching Needhams Point and entering the harbor at Bridgetown.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl R 8s
Focal Height
59m
Geographic Range
20NM

Location

City
Bridgetown
Country
🇧🇧Barbados
Region
Saint Michael
Sea Region
Needhams Point, Barbados, guiding vessels along the southwestern coast towards Bridgetown.
Latitude
13.0787°
Longitude
-59.6127°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower colored with red and white bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bridgetown(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
J5807
NGA No.
15108
ARLHS No.
BAR-001
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Needhams Point Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near Barbados, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Needhams Point Lighthouse at night?+
Needhams Point displays the characteristic Fl Red 8s. 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 Needhams Point Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Needhams Point Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Bridgetown at 1.9 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Saint Michael (2.4 NM NNE), OISTINS (4.5 NM ESE), SPEIGHTSTOWN (10.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Needhams Point Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Needhams Point 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 Needhams Point Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Needhams Point 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.