Lighthouses · North East England
Fish Quay Low Light
In or near South Shields.
Fish Quay Low Light — lighthouse in Tyne and Wear, England.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- North Shields · 0.9 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Fish Quay Low Light is a lighthouse on the coast of the Scottish Lowlands. Built or established in 1807, it dates from the Georgian period. Operated by Newcastle-upon-Tyne Trinity House. It sits within the Tynemouth parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is North Shields, about 0.9 km away. Postcode area NE30.
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Official information
The Old Low Light is a heritage centre located at North Shields Fish Quay, dedicated to sharing the local history and stories of the area. Visitors can explore exhibitions and events that highlight the town's seafaring past and community involvement. The centre also plays a role in preserving the iconic building, which was once a guiding light for ships entering the Tyne.
Place summary
Fish Quay Low Light is a Georgian lighthouse located in North Tyneside, within the Scottish Lowlands. Established in 1807, it is operated by Newcastle-upon-Tyne Trinity House. The structure serves as a navigational aid for vessels entering the River Tyne.
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- Coordinates
- 55.0091, -1.4345
- District
- North Tyneside
- Parish
- North Tyneside, unparished area
- Postcode
- NE30 1JA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Tynemouth
- Phone
- +44 191 257 4506
- Established
- 1807
- Nearest railway station
- North Shields — 0.9 km
- Official site
- oldlowlight.co.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q28465915 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Fish Quay Low Light (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Low Light, North Shields Fish Quay - geograph.org.uk - 1651361.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Fish Quay Low Light?
- Fish Quay Low Light is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE30 1JA), in the parish of North Tyneside, unparished area.
- What is Fish Quay Low Light?
- Fish Quay Low Light — lighthouse in Tyne and Wear, England.
- How do I get to Fish Quay Low Light?
- The nearest railway station is North Shields, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE30 1JA.
- When was Fish Quay Low Light built?
- Built or established in 1807.
- Who runs Fish Quay Low Light?
- Fish Quay Low Light is operated by Newcastle-upon-Tyne Trinity House.
- Is Fish Quay Low Light free to visit?
- Yes, Fish Quay Low Light is free to enter.
- How do I get to Fish Quay Low Light?
- The nearest railway station is North Shields, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE30 1JA.