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St. David'S Lighthouse

Fl (2) WRG 20s🇧🇲Bermuda, BMOperational

Location & Light Range

About St. David'S Lighthouse

Built in 1879, this lighthouse stands 22 meters tall on St. David's Island. Its octagonal tower, constructed from limestone, is painted white with a red band. The light emits two white flashes every 20 seconds and has a geographic range of 15 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 65 meters above sea level. This navigational aid has been operational since its construction in 1879.

Why it matters: As one of only two traditional lighthouses in Bermuda, St. David's Lighthouse is a recognized tourist attraction.

Background
St. David's Lighthouse is an active 19th century lighthouse sited at the eastern end of St. David's Island on a hill overlooking the headland of St. David's in Bermuda. It is one of only two 'traditional lighthouses' in Bermuda, the other being Gibbs Hill Lighthouse at the south-western end of the main island, both lights are well known tourist attractions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) WRG 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 20s
Focal Height
65m
Geographic Range
15NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1879

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J4472
NGA No.
J 4472
Wikipedia
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Wikidata
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
22m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white and red
Material
limestone

Structure: White octagonal tower, red band. F.R.G. 207 63

Location

City
Bermuda
Country
🇧🇲BM
Latitude
32.3638°
Longitude
-64.6517°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify St. David'S Lighthouse at night?+
St. David'S displays the characteristic Fl (2) WRG 20s — 2 wrg flashes every 20 seconds. 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 wrg color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does St. David'S Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
St. David'S Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint George at 1.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Devonshire (6.3 NM SW), Hamilton (8 NM SW), Freeport (9.6 NM WSW), Kings Wharf (9.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is St. David'S Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, St. David'S 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. David'S Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near St. David'S 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.