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Plover Scar Lighthouse

Tourist attraction Historical landmark

👍 Lovely, quiet and secluded lighthouse near Cockersands Abbey. The little lighthouse, which had to be reconstructed throughout 2017 after a ship crashed into it, has retained its character nicely. Plenty of bird life around. The only thing that blights the view is the big, ugly reactor building at He... People often mention lighthouse, tide,


Address

Lancaster LA2 0AY, United Kingdom

Website

www.lancasterdistrict.co.uk

Contact

+44 1524 67447

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (36 reviews)

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  • 4/5 Adam C. 5 years ago on Google
    Lovely, quiet and secluded lighthouse near Cockersands Abbey. The little lighthouse, which had to be reconstructed throughout 2017 after a ship crashed into it, has retained its character nicely. Plenty of bird life around. The only thing that blights the view is the big, ugly reactor building at Heysham. Because of the flat nature of the coast the tide can rise up very quickly so be aware if you intend to spend some time out there.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Craig S. 5 months ago on Google
    A great structure to photograph at sunset when the tide is out. Make sure you don't linger here as the tide can come in really fast & it's quite a long way back to the shore from the lighthouse. There's not really a beach here, mostly shingle, mud & mussel beds but no mud you'll sink into if you stick to the rocky areas. There's a small car park nearby but only cars & vehicles with very good ground clearance can get to it. It's NOT suitable for vehicles with long wheel bases, such as vans. You'll get stuck. You have been warned. No toilets or other amenities. As with most nice, peaceful places it now seems to be a spot that the local youth gather in the evenings & ruin the atmosphere. One star off for that. The road to the car park is mainly only wide enough for one car & there aren't too many passing places.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tom W. 11 months ago on Google
    A gorgeous bit of shoreline, enabling wonderful photos of the lighthouse. Some uneven terrain to get out there, and at full low tide you can get pretty close. If you are going to wander out, PLEASE check tides & the weather before you head out - the mud & gravel shifts so you could easily get cut off if you're not careful. The carpark shuts at sunset, so be sure to leave before then.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mel J. 2 years ago on Google
    Built in 1847, as the lower light of a pair. A pleasant walk from Glasson dock
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jan W. 1 year ago on Google
    Really cool lighthouse out on the Lune estuary, though beware the tides.

  • 3/5 Lesley B. 6 years ago on Google
    In a very scenic place, looks better when the tide is in. Can see hills/mountains of the lake District, over farmland to the Bowland fells, and along the coast in both directions. Can be seen easily from coast path or nearby roads. However, the lighthouse is very small, probably smaller than you would imagine.

  • 5/5 Lee D. 3 years ago on Google
    Check the local tide times and visit at the lowest you can. You will be able to approach right up to the lighthouse then. Well worth seeing as are the many shore birds all year round.

  • 4/5 Nigel W. 5 years ago on Google
    There is a small amount of parking space there. It is just a really nice place to park-up and have lunch, with a pair of binoculars to view the 🐦 life. I also like to cycle nearby lanes.


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