




Morcambe - April 2025
Standing sentinel at the end of Morecambe's Stone Jetty, the Morecambe Stone Pier Lighthouse has guided mariners since its construction in 1855. This 8-meter (26-foot) tall octagonal sandstone tower, crowned with a white-painted lantern and gallery, was designed by Thomas Stevenson, a prominent Scottish lighthouse engineer. The lighthouse emits a flashing white light every five seconds, with a focal plane 12 meters (39 feet) above sea level, aiding navigation into Morecambe Bay . Adjacent to the lighthouse is the former railway station building, established in the early 1850s. This station served as a terminus for the North Western Railway, facilitating passenger transfers between trains and steamers bound for Ireland. The combination of rail and maritime transport made Morecambe a bustling hub during the Victorian era . Today, while the railway station is no longer in operation, the lighthouse remains active, managed by the Lancashire Port Authority . It stands as a testament to Morecambe's rich maritime heritage, offering a picturesque glimpse into the town's historical significance in coastal navigation and transport.