Lighthouses · Scottish Islands
Helliar Holm Lighthouse
Helliar Holm Lighthouse — lighthouse in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Helliar Holm Lighthouse is a lighthouse on the coast of the Scottish Islands. Built or established in 1893, it dates from the Victorian period. Officially recognised as category B listed building. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency. Postcode area KW17.
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Heritage listing
Category B Date Added 09/12/1977 Local Authority Orkney Islands Planning Authority Orkney Islands Parish Shapinsay NGR HY 48363 15001 Coordinates 348363, 1015001 — c.1900. Small circular tower. Lime-washed, KEEPERS' HOUSES: 2 storeys. Double-ridged roof. Lean-to's at ends. BOUNDARY WALL.
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Place summary
Helliar Holm Lighthouse is a Victorian lighthouse located in the Scottish Islands (postcode KW17). Established in 1893, it is recognised as a Category B listed building, notable for its architectural significance and historical importance.
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- Coordinates
- 59.0189, -2.9010
- District
- Orkney Islands
- Postcode
- KW17 2DX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Orkney and Shetland
- Established
- 1893
Sources
- wikidata: Q17828293 (CC0)
- commons: Folded sedimentary rock foreshore of southern Helliar Holm (geograph 1489065).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Helliar Holm Lighthouse?
- Helliar Holm Lighthouse is in the Scottish Islands, United Kingdom (postcode KW17 2DX).
- What is Helliar Holm Lighthouse?
- Helliar Holm Lighthouse — lighthouse in Orkney Islands, Scotland, UK.
- How do I get to Helliar Holm Lighthouse?
- Drivers can use postcode KW17 2DX.
- When was Helliar Holm Lighthouse built?
- Built or established in 1893.
- Is Helliar Holm Lighthouse a listed building?
- Helliar Holm Lighthouse is officially recognised as category B listed building listed.
- Is Helliar Holm Lighthouse free to visit?
- Yes, Helliar Holm Lighthouse is free to enter.
- How do I get to Helliar Holm Lighthouse?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode KW17 2DX. It sits within the Orkney and Shetland parliamentary constituency.