Lighthouses · Scottish Islands
Scarinish Lighthouse
In or near Kilmoluaig.
Scarinish Lighthouse — lighthouse in Scarinish.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Scarinish Lighthouse is a lighthouse on the coast of the Scottish Highlands. Built or established in 1897, it dates from the Victorian period. Operated by Northern Lighthouse Board. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency. Postcode area PA77.
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Official information
An Iodhlann is a historical centre located in Tiree, dedicated to preserving and showcasing the island's history and culture. Visitors can explore a collection of over 11,800 items, including photographs, documents, and artefacts related to Tiree and its diaspora.
Place summary
Scarinish Lighthouse is a Victorian-era lighthouse located in the Scottish Highlands, postcode PA77. Established in 1897, it is operated by the Northern Lighthouse Board.
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- Coordinates
- 56.5002, -6.8043
- District
- Argyll and Bute
- Postcode
- PA77 6UH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber
- Phone
- (+44) 01879 220793
- Established
- 1897
- Opening
- Easter holidays plus July and August – Monday to Friday 10.30 – 3.30; at other times, open when staff are working and by request.
- Official site
- www.aniodhlann.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q106257744 (CC0)
- commons: Beach near Scarinish - geograph.org.uk - 315866.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Scarinish Lighthouse?
- Scarinish Lighthouse is in the Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom (postcode PA77 6UH).
- What is Scarinish Lighthouse?
- Scarinish Lighthouse — lighthouse in Scarinish.
- How do I get to Scarinish Lighthouse?
- Drivers can use postcode PA77 6UH.
- When was Scarinish Lighthouse built?
- Built or established in 1897.
- Who runs Scarinish Lighthouse?
- Scarinish Lighthouse is operated by Northern Lighthouse Board.
- Is Scarinish Lighthouse free to visit?
- Yes, Scarinish Lighthouse is free to enter.
- How do I get to Scarinish Lighthouse?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode PA77 6UH. It sits within the Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber parliamentary constituency.