Fair Isle South Lighthouse — Attraction in Scotland

Built in 1892, this is 1 of 2 lighthouses on Fair Isle, and was Scotland's last manned lighthouse. There's a panoramic view of the rocky coast and ocean from its shore. The lighthouse is not open to the public for visiting. It has a noble, tragic history. For 150 years, this lighthouse was manned by Robert Stevenson, his family and descendants. His grandson was the famous author Robert Louis Stevenson. In 1941, the lighthouse was struck by an air attack. It sustained significant damage, and the keeper's wife and child...

This fantastic lighthouse still operated by Northern Lighthouse board set on the lower level end of Fair Isle. An ideal location for watching nesting birds and migrating birds. The Lighthouse cottages are available to rent on a B and B basis. There is a small visitor Musuem that includes information and artefacts from the lighthouse service. Stunning views from very high cliffs. Caution should be taken as these are sheer cliffs and can have gusts of wind travelling from sea level up and over...

We stayed at the lighthouse for two nights and had a really special time. Josie and Dave are wonderful hosts and went out of their way to make our stay as easy as possible. The food was excellent and plentiful too. Highlights included waking to the sound of waves, birds and sheep, being minutes away from seals and puffins, and just being on beautiful, peaceful Fair Isle. We...