Souter Lighthouse and The Leas (National Trust)
Souter Lighthouse
Coast Road
Whitburn
Sunderland
Tyne and Wear
SR6 7NH
England
Website
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/souter-lighthouse-and-the-leas
Telephone
0191 529 3161
Fax
0191 529 0006
Striking Victorian lighthouse. Now boldly painted in red and white hoops, Souter lighthouse opened in 1871 and was the first to use alternating electric current, the most advanced lighthouse technology of its day. The Engine Room, light tower and keeper’s living quarters are all on view, and there is a video, model and information display. A ground-floor closed-circuit TV shows views from the top for those unable to climb.
The Compass Room contains hands-on exhibits for all visitors, covering storms at sea, communication from ship to shore, pirates and smugglers, lighthouse life, lighting the seas and shipwreck. Immediately to the north is The Leas, 2½ miles of beach, cliff and grassland with spectacular views, flora and fauna, and to the south, Whitburn Coastal Park, with coastal walks to the Whitburn Point Local Nature Reserve.
Venue Type:
Ship or maritime heritage site
Additional info
Teacher resource packs available for those pre-booking education visits.
The Great Geocache Treasure Hunt
Hunt for treasure the 21st century way and discover the world of geocaching.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
11:30am-1:30pm
Where
Meet in the foghorn field
Admission
Booking Essential.
Please wear appropriate footwear for walking.
Ffi contact: Anne Cauwood, 0191 5290909, anne.cauwood@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
The Great Geocache Treasure Hunt
Hunt for treasure the 21st century way and discover the world of geocaching.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
When
11:30am-1:30pm
Where
Meet in the foghorn field
Admission
Booking Essential.
Please wear appropriate footwear for walking.
Ffi contact: Anne Cauwood, 0191 5290909, anne.cauwood@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Website
Crafts for Kids
Self led art & craft activities in our family room. Craft packs available from the front desk.
Suitable for
When
11am-4pm
Admission
Per Item: £0.5
Booking Not Needed.
Ffi contact: Anne Cauwood, 0191 5290909, anne.cauwood@nationaltrust.org.uk.
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