Lighthouses · Central Scotland
Kerrera Lighthouse
In or near Dunbeg.
Kerrera Lighthouse — lighthouse on Kerrera, Argyll and Bute, Scotland.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Oban · 1.8 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Kerrera Lighthouse is a working or historic lighthouse on the United Kingdom coast. Wikidata describes it as: "lighthouse on Kerrera, Argyll and Bute, Scotland". Coordinates: 56.4247°, -5.4926°.
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Official information
Hutcheson’s Monument is a granite obelisk memorial located on Kerrera, commemorating David Hutcheson, a key figure in steamship travel in Scotland. The monument offers insights into Hutcheson’s contributions to regional transportation and is recognized for its architectural significance.
Place summary
Kerrera Lighthouse is located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode PA34. This functional lighthouse serves as a navigational aid in the waters surrounding Kerrera Island.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4247, -5.4926
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA34 5TT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- Nearest railway station
- Oban — 1.8 km
- Official site
- lahsoc.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q116950110 (CC0)
- commons: Kerrera's northern beacon - geograph.org.uk - 1754328 (cropped).jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Kerrera Lighthouse?
- Kerrera Lighthouse is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA34 5TT).
- What is Kerrera Lighthouse?
- Kerrera Lighthouse — lighthouse on Kerrera, Argyll and Bute, Scotland.
- How do I get to Kerrera Lighthouse?
- The nearest railway station is Oban, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode PA34 5TT.
- Is Kerrera Lighthouse free to visit?
- Yes, Kerrera Lighthouse is free to enter.
- How do I get to Kerrera Lighthouse?
- The nearest railway station is Oban, about 1.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode PA34 5TT.