Natural landmarks · South West England
John Sebastian Lightship
In or near Bristol.
John Sebastian Lightship — a other in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
Anthony O'Neil — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Princes Wharf · 0.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
John Sebastian Lightship is a other located in england-south-west, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The John Sebastian Lightship is a venue located in Bathurst Basin, serving as a social hub for members of the Cabot Cruising Club. Visitors can enjoy club nights, events, and a well-stocked bar while engaging with the boating community.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The John Sebastian Lightship is located in South-West England, postcode BS1. It serves as a notable maritime landmark, reflecting the region's nautical heritage. The lightship is classified under a distinctive category, highlighting its unique role in maritime navigation.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 51.4466, -2.5950
- District
- Bristol, City of
- Parish
- Bristol, City of, unparished area
- Postcode
- BS1 6UB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bristol Central
- Nearest railway station
- Princes Wharf — 0.2 km
- Opening
- Thursdays from 7.30pm
- Official site
- www.cabotcruisingclub.co.uk
Sources
- osm: way/126130059 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is John Sebastian Lightship?
- John Sebastian Lightship is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BS1 6UB), in the parish of Bristol, City of, unparished area.
- What is John Sebastian Lightship?
- John Sebastian Lightship — a other in england-south-west, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to John Sebastian Lightship?
- The nearest railway station is Princes Wharf, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode BS1 6UB.
- Is John Sebastian Lightship a protected site?
- Yes — John Sebastian Lightship is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is John Sebastian Lightship free to visit?
- Yes, John Sebastian Lightship is free to enter.
- How do I get to John Sebastian Lightship?
- The nearest railway station is Princes Wharf, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BS1 6UB.