Mull of Galloway Lighthouse
Perched high on the top of the cliffs is the lighthouse with its 26 metre high tower. Built from a design by Robert Stevenson it came into use in 1830. today its light is powered by an array of sealed-beam electric lamps, flashing away every 20 seconds. Since its automation in 1988 the lighthouse has been remotely monitored from the Northern Lighthouse Board's Headquarters in Edinburgh.
This is the most southerly point in Scotland, a dramatic setting with spectacular views across the Irish Sea to the Isle of Man and Ireland. On clear days the Cumbrian Fells appear on the horizon. The Mull is flanked by 85 metre cliffs, which show almost vertical layering of greywacke rocks, sculpted over millions of years by ice, rain, sea and wind.
These cliffs are hme to our regions largest seabird colony. Guillemots, kittiwakes, fulmars, shags and a handful of puffins make this their home for the summer, bringing life to the barren rock face. Above peregrine falcon patrol the sky while gannets and Manx shearwaters pass by out at sea.
The Lighthouse is open April - September; Weekends 100.00am - 3.30 pm.
Opening Hours
The Lighthouse is open April to September Saturady and Sunday, plus Friday in July & August. 10am - 3.30pm. Adults £2 Children £1
Contact
Mull of Galloway Lighthouse
South Rhins Community Development
Stoneykirk Community Hall, Stoneykirk
Stranraer
Dumfries & Galloway
DG9 9JH
Scotland
Tel: +44 (1776) 840539
E-Mail: srcdt@tiscali.co.uk
