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Exploring Smeaton’s Tower & Eddystone Lighthouse: Our First Group Trip of 2025

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

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Lighthouse Keeper Interview Transcript (Gerry Butler)

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)

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The Joys of Lighthouse Keeping, an Interview with 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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A gem of the Scottish coast: Rattray Head lighthouse

The lighthouse built despite repeated rejections from Trinity House: Rattray Head lighthouse. The tower was originally proposed by engineer Alan Stevenson in 1851, however, the lighthouse’s construction was postponed repeatedly due to skepticism over its necessity. I visited the lighthouse in September 2023, and was blown away by its beauty. Continue reading A gem of the Scottish coast: Rattray Head lighthouse