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Teignbridge District Lighthouses Lighthouse

F Red🇬🇧Teignbridge, GBOperational

Location & Light Range

About Teignbridge District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Built in 1845, this 6-meter high cylindrical tower of unpainted limestone has a focal height of 10 meters. It was first illuminated in 1845 and displays a continuous red light (F R) from a blue lantern. Constructed from stone, the round tower is situated on Den Point, Teignmouth, Devon, serving as the lead light for a navigation range. Its visibility covers 10.4 nautical miles. The site is accessible, but the tower is not open for visits.

Why it matters: As the front light in a navigational range, this structure marks the entrance to Teignmouth Harbour. It has been in continuous operation since 1845 under the Teignmouth Harbour Commission, demonstrating its long-term practical value for maritime traffic.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1845

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
unpainted (limestone) tower with a blue lantern
Material
stone

Structure: round limestone tower with lantern

Location

City
Teignbridge
Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Region
England
Sea Region
Located on the beachfront at Den Point in Teignmouth, Devon, serving as the front light of a range.
Latitude
50.5425°
Longitude
-3.4968°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Teignmouth(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
A0262
NGA No.
0392
ARLHS No.
ENG-153
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Teignbridge District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Teignbridge District Lighthouses displays the characteristic F Red. 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 Teignbridge District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Teignbridge District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Teignmouth at 0.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Bishopsteignton (1.5 NM WNW), Cockwood (4.2 NM NE), Torquay (5.1 NM SSW), Exmouth (5.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Teignbridge District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Teignbridge District 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.
What shipping routes pass near Teignbridge District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Teignbridge District Lighthouses 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 Teignbridge District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Teignbridge District 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.