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    Souter Lighthouse
    © NTPL / Matthew Antrobus
    Souter Lighthouse
    Coast Road, Whitburn, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear SR6 7NH
    Telephone: 01670 773966 (Infoline)
    Other building  Industrial heritage  Coast  Nature reserve  Shop  Refreshments  Tours  Picnics  Events  Walking 
    Functions  1990 
    Striking Victorian lighthouse
    • The world's first electric lighthouse
    • Fantastic views over Marsden Bay and the notorious currents of 'Whitburn Steel'
    • Cliff-top walk along The Leas
    • Nesting seabirds on cliffs and stacks
    • Tea-room serving delicious local specialities
    • Hands-on activities and events for all the family
    Opening arrangements
     22 Mar–2 Nov 08  11–5 Mo Tu We Th Closed Fridays Sa Su
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    Open Good Fri. Last admission 30mins before closing

    Contact details

    01670 773966 (Infoline)
    0191 529 3161
    Fax: 0191 529 0902
    Email: souter@nationaltrust.org.uk


    Admission prices

    Gift Aid Admission (Standard Admission prices in brackets): £4.65 (£4.20), child £3 (£2.70), family £12.10 (£10.90). Groups (10+) (£3.80), child (£2.50). Entry to shop and tea-room free


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