Corran Point

Corran Point is situated on the western side of the Narrows of Loch Linnhe, in Lochaber. The lighthouse is equipped with a white/red/green sector light and now works in conjunction with two Precision Directional Lights subsequently installed on either side of the Narrows (Corran Narrows NE and Rubha Cuil-Cheanna).

History

1860: The lighthouse was established by Thomas and David Stevenson to assist vessels navigating the narrow channel through its strong tidal streams.

1898: The Lighthouse was one of the first in Britain to become automated, approximately 10 years before any lighthouses in England.

1970: To assist with increased traffic on the loch, Corran Narrows North East was established on the south shore.

2021: Rubha Cuil-Cheanna was established at Onich.

Details

Year Established

1860

Engineer

Thomas and David Stevenson

Position

Latitude   56°43.25'N
Longitude 005°14.54'W

Character

Iso WRG 4s

Elevation

13 metres

Range

White 10 nautical miles. Red 7 nautical miles. Green 7 nautical miles

Structure

13 metre high white painted tower with a gold painted gallery-lining and service room, below the lantern

Public Access

No

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