Caldey

Caldey Island lighthouse

Caldey (Ynys Bŷr)

LocationSS 14319 95945 / 51.6316, -4.6843 / ticked.typically.wanted
Established / Rebuilt / Automated / Closed1829 / — / 1927 / —
Architect or BuilderJoseph Nelson
Height of tower (m) / above sea level (m) / Range (NM)16 / 65 / 13
CharacterFl(3) WR 20s
Optic2nd order fixed catadioptric
OwnerTrinity House

A lighthouse was established on the southern tip of this island to mark the entrance to Carmarthen Bay. It also guides ships up the Bristol Channel, in conjunction with the Lundy North light on the English side. It was the last Trinity House light to be converted from acetylene to electricity in 1997. The island is a popular tourist destination for day trips from Tenby, and it is a pleasant walk from the harbour to the lighthouse.