Original Flamborough Lighthouse — Attraction in Great Britain

Lovely piece of history, so bright in direct sunlight that hurts the eyes :P The octagonal chalk tower on Flamborough Head, East Riding of Yorkshire, England. It is described as England's oldest surviving lighthouse since it was built as a light tower in 1674 by Sir John Clayton but he went bankrupt soon after it was completed. It was designed for a coal or wood fire to be burned on its top, however it is not clear whether it was ever actually used. It was restored in 1996. A modern (1806) lighthouse lies 300 metres southeast...

This is the original lighthouse but was never lit. It's in a beautiful condition and near to the beaches,cafe and new lighthouse. The Lighthouse is not open, but you can look at it close up from the nearby footpath 24 hours a day. There is also what appears to be a trig point by the side of it, but never got close to it to...

The original Flamborough lighthouse was built out of chalk in 1674. It was restored in 1996 and is in very good condition. It was used as a signal tower. There are 99 steps up to the top. There is a good information board next to the road. It has been grade ll listed since 1952. It is not open...