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Souter Lighthouse and The Leas

North East

A historic lighthouse overlooking nature-rich clifftop grasslands, coastal park and rugged coastline.

Coast Road, Whitburn, Tyne & Wear, SR6 7NH

The red and white striped tower and white buildings of Souter Lighthouse with its square white Foghorn House topped with two large black horns in the foreground.

Important notice

The Changing Places toilet is temporarily out of order. The accessible toilet in Whitburn Coastal Conservation Centre is still available. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Planning your visit

Things to see and do at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas 

Find out what to see and do on a visit to Souter Lighthouse and The Leas. Climb the lighthouse, explore the rock pools and discover this haven for wildlife.

A visitor sits cross legged on a bench on the edge of an area of short grass, looking towards the red and white striped tower and white painted buildings of Souter Lighthouse. Low sunlight casts long shadows. Pink tinged thin grey clouds cover most of the sky above a dark blue-grey strip of sea.

Family-friendly things to do at Souter Lighthouse 

Discover how lighthouse keepers lived and helped keep ships at sea safe. Follow in their footsteps, climbing 76 steps to the top of the tower for a bird's eye view of the coast. Miles of open grassland and hidden rocky bays make Souter ideal for games, picnics, rock pooling and other outdoor adventures.

Two adults and two children look up at the huge, multi-faceted glass optic of Souter Lighthouse's lantern

Visiting Souter Lighthouse and The Leas with your dog 

Dogs are welcome at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas and there are plenty of experiences you can share with them while you're here. Find out about the facilities on offer for your canine companions, along with guidance to help ensure everyone enjoys their visit.

Two visitors walk their dog along the coastline in front of Souter Lighthouse in Tyne and Wear

Souter Lighthouse map 

The grounds of Souter Lighthouse.

School visits and learning at Souter Lighthouse 

Find out how to book a school visit to Souter Lighthouse and The Leas and discover the hands-on workshops and outdoor activity sessions we offer to inspire inquiring minds.

Children learning through hands on activities at Souter Lighthouse and The Leas, Tyne & Wear
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