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River Tees Range Rear Lighthouse

F Red 10s🇬🇧GBOperational

Location & Light Range

About River Tees Range Rear Lighthouse

A round, cylindrical tower constructed of cast iron stands 13 meters tall, with its light positioned 20 meters above sea level. This rear range light is located 560 meters southwest of its front counterpart, marking a shipping lane within the River Tees. It emits a continuous red light, which, when aligned with the front light, guides vessels through the river's channels. The structure features a lantern and gallery at its summit. This light operates in a busy industrial area, with Redcar located approximately 2.9 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This range light is indispensable for commercial vessels navigating the heavily industrialized River Tees, ensuring safe passage through its dredged channels. Its precise alignment with the front light allows ships to maintain their course, preventing groundings or collisions in a waterway critical for regional trade and industry.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red 10s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Interval
10s
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Location

Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Region
England
Sea Region
The River Tees in Great Britain, marking a shipping lane in an industrial area, located 560 m southwest of the front light.
Latitude
54.6190°
Longitude
-1.0656°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
iron

Structure: round cylindrical cast iron tower with lantern and gallery

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Redcar(2.9 km)
Admiralty No.
A2627.1
NGA No.
2028
ARLHS No.
ENG-131
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify River Tees Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
River Tees Range Rear displays the characteristic F Red 10s. 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 River Tees Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
River Tees Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Redcar at 1.3 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Seal Sands (2.5 NM WNW), Teesport (3.7 NM W), Brotton (5.6 NM SE), Greatham (5.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is River Tees Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, River Tees 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 River Tees Range Rear Lighthouse?+
River Tees 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 River Tees Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near River Tees Range Rear 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.