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Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson Lighthouse

Built in 1936, this 30-meter steel lightship, initially identified as ex-Lord Nelson, operated on Great Britain's Cockle and Cork stations, denoting significant shipping lanes. Its service concluded in 1977 when it was decommissioned. The vessel was then acquired by the Sea Cadets Corps in Norwich, where it was renamed T.S. Lord Nelson and functioned as their base. The original light apparatus was moved to Lightship 87. In October 2004, the ship, formerly red, was observed at Rochester painted blue. It was last recorded near Hoo.

Why it matters: The lightship marked important shipping lanes on the Cockle and Cork stations, offering a reference point for ships in busy waters.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
red
Material
steel

Structure: A 30-meter long steel lightship, originally painted red.

Location

Country
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Region
England
Sea Region
Served on the Cockle and Cork stations in Great Britain. Currently moored on the waterfront at Hoo.
Latitude
51.3780°
Longitude
0.4811°

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Construction & History

Year Built
1936

Significant events: Decommissioned 1977, sold to Sea Cadets Corps in Norwich, renamed T.S. Lord Nelson, light tower transferred to Lightship 87, reported moored at Rochester and painted blue in October 2004, visited in November 2009

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Strood(0.8 km)
ARLHS No.
ENG-327
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is STROOD at 0.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Rochester (1.6 NM ENE), Upnor (1.9 NM NE), Chatham (2.7 NM ENE), Gillingham (3.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson 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 Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson Lighthouse?+
Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson 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 Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Trinity House Lightship 88 ex-Lord Nelson 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.