On the 12th of October, we had our final group trip of 2025. This marked our sixth outing of the year and our ninth lighthouse visit together overall. Back in June, six of us climbed the gorgeous Southwold Lighthouse. At the time, we still had two more trips planned. Spirits were high that day; what … Continue reading Our Final Group Trip of 2025: Trinity Buoy Wharf Lighthouse
Our last group trip was Southwold lighthouse at the end of June. At the time, I had no idea that there would be no more trips over the next few months. Spurn Point and Tynemouth were firmly set in the diary, for July and August respectively. Unfortunately, storms then hit the north east of England. … Continue reading The final chance to join the 2025 group trips
This week, I had the great fortune to talk to Ed Peppitt about his travels around England and Wales. These included cycling 3,500 miles, spotting over 300 lighthouses, and raising over £15,000 for Shift MS. Ed’s book, ‘The Beacon Bike‘, is absolutely brilliant. In it, he shares the highs and lows of this huge undertaking. … Continue reading Talking to Ed Peppitt about his 3,500 mile cycle ride
This year has already been an incredible journey with Lighthouse Explorers, and we’ve had five group trips to some of England and Wales’ most striking lighthouses. In June, we added two more special towers to our adventure: first standing beneath the weathered charm of Point of Ayr Lighthouse on the 1st, and later, heading to … Continue reading From North Wales to Suffolk: Our June Group Trips
I have some incredibly exciting news to share! Before I get into the details, I wanted to tell you a bit about how we got here along my slightly messy career path, the choices shaped (and derailed) by Covid, and why this moment feels so special. Today, I’ve taken a leap forward in building my … Continue reading Building a Future in Heritage: Some Big News
When you walk up to Leasowe Lighthouse on the windswept Wirral coast, it feels almost timeless. Built in 1763, it’s Britain’s oldest brick-built lighthouse. It’s also been out of use for over 100 years; it’s light was extinguished in 1908. Currently, a team of dedicated volunteers called ‘The Friends of Leasowe Lighthouse’ keep the metaphorical … Continue reading Why you should volunteer at Leasowe Lighthouse
Welcome back to another dose of lighthouse history and exploration! Today’s post is all about our sixth Lighthouse Explorers group trip (and the third of the 2025 season). This one was particularly special. Cared for by the National Trust, South Foreland Lighthouse is one of the most beautifully preserved lighthouses I’ve ever had the fortune … Continue reading Exploring South Foreland Lighthouse with (a couple of) strangers
It’s been far too long since my last lighthouse-related adventure. Life’s been hectic, but I’ve also had one big thing to look forward to: the Summer of Lighthouse Adventures! This summer will take me on seven different lighthouse group trips, plus a spectacular cycling expedition along part of the Irish coastline. The 2024 Group Trips … Continue reading Exploring Smeaton’s Tower & Eddystone Lighthouse: Our First Group Trip of 2025
Earlier this week I released ‘The Joys of Lighthouse Keeping‘, an interview with ex-lighthouse keeper, Gerry Butler. This is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. If podcasts aren’t your cup of tea, the transcript is below. Enjoy! Introducing Gerry: ex-lighthouse keeper, and current caretaker of Galley Head Lighthouse Annie: I was fortunate enough to get … Continue reading Lighthouse Keeper Interview Transcript (Gerry Butler)
Recently, I had the pleasure of talking to Gerry about his years as a lighthouse keeper. He started with the Commissioners of Irish Lights in 1969, formally retiring in 1990. He had an incredible career, even serving at Fastnet Lighthouse in 1979, during the infamous yacht race disaster. For the full interview, you can listen … Continue reading The Joys of Lighthouse Keeping, an Interview with Gerry Butler
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