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Contributions Are Now Open for the Travelling Pharology Archive

After many months of planning, research, and ethical review, I am delighted to announce that contributions are now open for the Travelling Pharology Archive! The Archive forms part of my research in Cultural Heritage Studies at University College London (UCL), where I am exploring the question: How can a community-generated travelling lighthouse archive contribute to … Continue reading Contributions Are Now Open for the Travelling Pharology Archive

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Why you should volunteer at Leasowe Lighthouse

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

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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