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St. Andrews Lighthouses Lighthouse

Oc White/Red/Green 2s🇬🇧GBOperational

Location & Light Range

About St. Andrews Lighthouses Lighthouse

A round, cylindrical stone tower, 15 meters high, stands on the east coast of Fife. It guides small craft into the harbor of St. Andrews, situated near the ruins of the ancient cathedral. The light displays white, red, or green signals, cycling every 2 seconds, with a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed to the public. This lighthouse operates on the east side of the cathedral ruins, approximately 0.2 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for small craft, providing critical directional guidance with its multi-colored light to safely navigate the entrance to St. Andrews harbor. Its strategic location, integrated directly into the historic cathedral ruins, offers a unique blend of ancient heritage and modern maritime utility.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White/Red/Green 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc WGR 2s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Region
Scotland
Sea Region
east coast of Fife, guiding small craft into the harbor of St. Andrews, located above the harbor on the east side of the cathedral ruins.
Latitude
56.3402°
Longitude
-2.7868°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saint Andrews(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
A3104.5
NGA No.
2614

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
stone

Structure: round cylindrical stone tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify St. Andrews Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
St. Andrews Lighthouses displays the characteristic Oc White/Red/Green 2s. 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does St. Andrews Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
St. Andrews Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is St Andrews at 0.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Tayport (7.3 NM NNW), Crail (7.3 NM SE), Saint Monance (Saint Monans) (7.4 NM S), Anstruther (7.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is St. Andrews Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, St. Andrews Lighthouses 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 St. Andrews Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near St. Andrews Lighthouses 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.