Lighthouse Keeper Trail
Use your imagination as you take on a day in the life of a lighthouse keeper with a list of important jobs to keep the lighthouse running and impress the inspector!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Step back in time to when the lighthouse was a busy home. See if you are up for the challenge and tackle the lighthouse keepers' daily tasks. Complete your checklist as you explore around the lighthouse, climb 76 steep steps, and identify plants outside. There are many ways to discover what a typical day was like for the keepers.
You can enjoy this trail for free, but regular admission fees still apply.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Accessibility
The trail goes upstairs and on the ground floor of the lighthouse, which has ramped access. When outside the lighthouse, the paths are largely flat and hard-surfaced, but there may be some uneven or muddy spots in grassy areas if the weather is wet.
- Meeting point
Begin your adventure at the lighthouse admission desk.
- Suitability for children
Suitable for children ages 3+. Must be accompanied by an adult.
- What to bring and wear
Wear clothes that are comfortable and suitable for outdoor activities.
Upcoming events
Tuesday health walk
Enjoy a free gentle guided stroll from Souter Lighthouse.
Wednesday health walk
Explore the coast on a free guided walk.
Coffee afternoon by the sea with Age Concern Tyneside South
Join Age Concern Tyneside South at Whitburn Coastal Conservation Centre for a dementia-friendly coffee afternoon.
Shipwrecks and smugglers family trail | October Half Term 2026
Set sail on a journey to uncover shipwrecks and learn about the history of smugglers as you explore the lighthouse on this self-guided family trail.